India’s one of the most popular fruits is the ber (Ziziphus mauritiana Lamk.). Ziziphus mauritiana is sometimes referred to as Indian plum or desert apple. Oidium erysiphoides f. sp. Ziziphi, which causes powdery mildew of ber, is more common and a threat in northern states. The...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i2703
K. N. D Bhavanee, A. Krishnamoorthi, Hemangini M. Rathva, Sampada C mareguddikar, Abhishek Singh, Budhesh Pratap Singh, Nageshwar & Karthik Chittibomma·Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology·2024
Genetic engineering has emerged as a powerful tool in the field of horticulture to enhance the traits of crops, leading to improved yield, quality, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. This comprehensive review explores the recent advancements in genetic engineering tec...
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Aims/ objectives: This study aims to improve stable and sustainable rice varieties adaptable to changing climatic conditions. It involves assessing genetic variability and Genotype X Environment interaction (G x E) among 186 diverse rice genotypes. The goal is to select genotypes...
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Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease occurring in sub-Saharan Africa and affecting almost 250 million people. The drug of choice for treatment for Schistosomiasis has been Praziquantel which has been used for many years and there is a need to develop new drugs. The imm...
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Maize stands as a crucial cereal crop on a global scale, encountering up to 112 diseases, with over 70 being seed-borne. Use of bioagents not only safeguards the environment but also enhances the cost-effectiveness of production initiatives and addresses concerns related to pesti...
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Pollination stands as a crucial process vital for ecosystem maintenance, with pollinators serving as pivotal vectors. Approximately 80% of pollination relies on insects, with bees emerging as primary contributors. Their significant role in ecosystem services and economic value ca...
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The present study was designed to evaluate the role of Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) for management of diabetes instead of manufactured drugs, which led to many complications. Medicinal plants would be higher useful for this purpose because they are considered to be effective an...
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM) represents a paradigm shift in pest control, moving away from heavy reliance on chemical pesticides to a more sustainable, environmentally friendly approach. This article explores IPM, an ecosystem based strategy that integrates biological, ecolog...
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In the course of the study, native bioagents isolated from the rhizosphere of the chili crop were used to manage the soil-borne pathogens Rhizoctonia solani. The study was conducted in the laboratory of the Department of Plant Pathology and Nematology, RPCAU, Pusa, Bihar in the y...
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Gladiolus (Gladiolus hybridus Hort.) is one of the most important commercial ornamentals cut flower used in the floriculture industry. Among cut flowers, gladiolus is popular for its glamour, perfection and attractive colorful spikes. The longevity of cut flowers is one of the ma...
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