Development of novel SNP/InDel markers through amplicon sequencing in dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L.)

Introduction Dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet, Fabaceae) is one of the oldest cultivated plants, with records dating back to 1500 BC in India [1]. The plant is presently grown throughout tropical regions in Asia and Africa either as mono-crop…

Phytochemical Studies in Capparis divaricata Lam. leaf extract using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and HPTLC Fingerprinting

INTRODUCTION Medicinal plants have a long history of use in folk medicine and continue to be used in many countries for the treatment of various diseases. With the growing awareness of the importance of optimal nutrition and health, people are…

Interaction of Continuous Fertilization Practices on Tembotrione Degradation in Tropical Soil of India

Introduction The behavior of herbicides in the agriculture ecosystem is influenced directly or indirectly by intrinsic soil variables such as soil fertility and chemistry. In many instances, soil-applied nutrients and its quantity compete for herbicide adsorption sites in the soil…

Impact of Microclimatic Regime on Growth, Yield and Requirement of Growing Degree Days of Kharif Rice (Oryza sativaL.) under System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Brahmaputra Valley, Assam

1.          INTRODUCTION                        Rice (Oryza sativa L) is the principal crop in the state of Assam growing in 25.03 lakh ha area with a production of 51.93 lakh t and productivity of 2.1tha-1 [1]. In contemporary times the state is…