Guar or Cluster bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba L.) has been cultivated for grains as well as for green vegetable purposes since ancient times in India. This study examines the trends and growth performance of guar gum exports from India along with its major importing countries dur...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i54229
Papaya (Carica papaya L.) is a widely cultivated tropical fruit crop valued for its nutrition, industrial uses, and enzyme-rich unripe fruits, but its high nutrient demand often leads to heavy chemical fertilizer use that can degrade soil health, highlighting the need for sustain...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i54230
The Kou Valley in Burkina Faso experiences abiotic and biotic stresses, including iron toxicity and prevalent rice diseases, which restrict the productivity of local varieties. This study evaluated the tolerance of 54 rice accessions to iron toxicity and major diseases to identif...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i54231
Ethylene plays a particularly important regulatory role in the control of sex determination in Cucurbita pepo, with exogenous application of ethylene-releasing compounds promoting femaleness and reducing the male-to-female flower ratio. Under high temperature and long photoperiod...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i54232
Rice fallows in coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh, India are well suited for pulse crops viz., blackgram and green gram. Studies were under taken on performance evaluation of stubble manager cum crop planter under rice fallows after the operation of combine harvester for black...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i54233
Soil contamination has emerged as a significant threat to agricultural sustainability, with chromium toxicity representing a major concern. The presence of chromium in soils disrupts microbial communities and diminishes enzymatic activity, thereby adversely affecting essential so...
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Research Article10.9734/ajee/2026/v25i5932
This study evaluates the salinity and sodicity hazards of groundwater and their impact on irrigation suitability in Bharuch district, Gujarat. It was undertaken to assess groundwater quality for irrigation. The total of 210 samples were collected from seven talukas viz., Bharuch,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajee/2026/v25i5933
In the modern apparel industry, there is a growing demand for sustainable and high-performance fabrics that combine aesthetic appeal with comfort and durability. Fibre blending has emerged as an effective strategy to enhance textile properties and develop versatile materials suit...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54171
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.), popularly known as ‘dhania’, is one of the oldest seed spices used by mankind that belongs to the family ‘Apiaceae’, synonym to ‘Umbelliferae’. Wilt disease of coriander, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. coriander, poses a major threat to crop...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54172
The primary objective of this research study is to know the livelihood security status of the farmers of Cooch Behar district who are not following Integrated Framing System (IFS). The study was undertaken in six villages of three blocks of Cooch Behar district of West Bengal. A...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54173
In semi-arid coastal regions, increasing water demand and salinity intrusion pose significant challenges to the quality and sustainability of surface and groundwater resources. Understanding the hydrogeochemical characteristics of water is essential for evaluating its suitability...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54174
Background: Energy constitutes a fundamental driver of economic growth, wealth creation, and social development, with buildings accounting for a substantial proportion of global energy consumption and consequently exerting significant environmental impacts. Aims: The study aims t...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54175
Ethephon (2-chloroethylphosphonic acid) is one of the most widely utilised ethylene-releasing plant growth regulators in cucurbit production. When applied as a foliar spray at the two- to four-leaf stage, it decomposes within plant tissues to release Ethylene. This process suppre...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i54176
The consumption of processed foods has increased significantly due to modern, fast-paced lifestyles. These foods typically contain a higher concentration of additives compared to fresh foods. Although most additives are used within prescribed safety limits, certain preservatives...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52042
Value-added dairy products significantly elevate the nutritional quality, functional attributes and economic worth of traditional dairy foods, effectively addressing the dynamic and health-conscious demands of modern consumers. In this context, Chia seeds emerge as a powerful fun...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i52043