M. Senthil Kumar, M. Deivamani, P. Senthilkumar, K. Govindan, P. Ayyadurai, K. Sasikumar & V. K. Satya·Advances in Research·2026
A field experiment was conducted during 2024–25 in a farmer’s pear orchard at Manjakuttai, Yercaud, Tamil Nadu, to monitor the seasonal abundance of Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel) in pear (Pyrus communis L., Var. Local) and compare an integrated pest management (IPM) module with th...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61762
Foods made from sustainable resources are gaining momentum because of their high nutritional value and potential health benefits in the global market. The study explored buckwheat and sago as raw materials for developing multigrain bread. Data were statistically assessed using on...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61763
Rinkesh A. Gosavi, A. A. Sawant, A. G. Mohod, S. V. Pathak, P. B. Bansode & S. B. Kalse·Advances in Research·2026
The economic feasibility of a vacuum osmotic dehydration (VOD)-based processing system for pineapple slices was evaluated for potential small-scale application. The developed VOD unit had a batch capacity of 8 kg and a fabrication cost of ₹66,700. Economic assessment was undertak...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61761
Smart highways increasingly integrate smart cameras, IoT sensors, connected vehicles, edge–cloud computing, and digital twins to enhance traffic management and infrastructure services. However, existing research often emphasises technological capabilities rather than verified ope...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61759
Background: Incorporating plant-derived ingredients into chicken meat patties may alter their technological, compositional and sensory properties. The effects of cooked shredded unripe plantain used to replace part of the meat remain insufficiently characterised. Objective: This...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61760
Pragati S. Khodke, S. S. Thakare, K. G. Thakur & M. S. Naware·Advances in Research·2026
Cotton cultivation is an important component of the agricultural economy of Amravati district, Maharashtra, where production takes place under irrigated and rainfed conditions. This study compared the technical, economic and allocative efficiencies of cotton cultivation under the...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61758
Sustainable procurement integrates economic, environmental and social considerations into purchasing decisions and may contribute to organisational performance. This study examined the drivers of sustainable procurement practices and their relationship with organisational perform...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61757
Agricultural by-products are generated in substantial quantities, and their disposal or burning can contribute to environmental pollution. This review examines the potential of agricultural residues as raw or modified biosorbents for removing contaminants from water and wastewate...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61756
Naseer Agha Shirzad, Hamid Aman, Bahirullah Rahmani & Sayed Basit Sadat·Advances in Research·2026
Background: Groundwater is the primary source of water supply in Kabul City, Afghanistan, but rapid population growth, unplanned urbanization, excessive groundwater abstraction, and climate variability have contributed to declining groundwater levels. Despite increasing groundwat...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61755
Transportation infrastructure provides long-term connectivity but generates environmental burdens through material production, construction, operation, maintenance and end-of-life management. This narrative review examines green construction technologies for roads, bridges and tu...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2026/v27i61754