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Amino Acid Profile and Functional Properties of Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan) Flours as Affected by Processing Methods and Sensory Acceptability of the Balls

D. C. Arukwe, B. I. Offia-Olua, I. F. Okereke, N. L. Nwanagba & C. J. Nwafor · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

This study investigated the effect of processing methods on amino acid profile and functional properties of pigeon pea flours and sensory acceptability of the balls. Flours were produced from soaked, boiled and soaked/boiled pigeon pea seeds, and designated as soaked for 12 h (S1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i4868

Characterization and Evaluation of the Chemical Properties of Three Common Varieties of Musk Melon Grown in Enugu State, Nigeria

N. N. Umerah, G. N. Onyeji & C. S. Ugwu · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

This study was carried out to evaluate the nutrients, phytochemical and anti-nutritional composition of three muskmelon fruit varieties in Enugu State. The muskmelon varieties were identified, washed, peeled, sliced, and blended to obtain the pulp. The varieties and obtained data...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i1848

Proximate, Micronutrient Compositions and Shelf Life of Juice and Concentrate of Hog Plum (Spondias mombi), a Wild Fruit in Nigeria

Abuh Abel Maji & Orishagbemi Ojo Cornelius · Asian Food Science Journal · 2023

Aims: To process hog plum fruits (Spondias mombin L.) into juice and concentrate, study their proximate and micronutrient composition and evaluate the shelf life of these products. Study Design: Matured and ripe fruits were processed into juice and then, concentrate. The products...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i10678

Techno-functional, Nutritional and Sensorial Qualities of Raw, Brined and Dried Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) Produced on Oil Palm By- Products in Benin

Ubad Polycarpe Tougan, Zoulkifilou Yacoubou, Camille D. Guidime, Nourou S. Yorou & François Malaisse · Asian Food Science Journal · 2023

Edible mushrooms consumed in Benin include a diversity of species including oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus). This Oyster mushroom production is increasing in the South of the country. The study aims to evaluate their techno-functional, nutritional and sensory properties in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i5632

Influence of Plant Growth Regulators to Improve the Colour and Sugar Content of Grapes (Vitis vinifera L.). cv. Red Globe

S. Nanthakumar, V. Manju & V. Ashok Kumar · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

Studies on Effect of plant growth regulators to improve the colour and sugar content of Grapes” (Vitis vinifera L.).cv. Red Globe was conducted in the field of a progressive grape grower at Kaalampalyam (10 O 58’49.17” N and 76 O 55’ 15. 81”E   and elevation of 1352 ft from MSL)...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i1130536

Yield and Quality of Isabgol (Plantago ovata Forsk) as Influenced by Planting Geometry and Nutrient Levels under Eastern Dry Zone of Karnataka

M. Eragegowda, A. P. Mallikarjuna Gowda, B. N. Maruthiprasad, T. N. Pushpa, M. N. Thimmegowda & G. R. Smitha · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

The experiment was laid out in a Factorial Randomized Block Design with sixteen treatments and replicated three times. The result indicated that the spacing of 22.5cm recorded significantly maximum number of spikes (36.50), seed yield (1221 kg /ha), husk yield (305 kg/ha), swelli...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i430395

Contributions and Appreciation of Adansonia digitata L. Food Products in Zinder Region, Niger

Issoufou Amadou, Ali Salé, Josef Garvi, Rayanatou Ali Salé & Moussa Soulé · Asian Food Science Journal · 2020

Wild tree species play an important role in the diet of the people. However, few studies tried to assess the food products of those wild tree species in Sahel region. This study focuses on identifying the contribution of Adansonia digitata process products through the survey and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2020/v15i430157

Antifungal Activity of Copper, Zinc and Potassium Compounds on Mycelial Growth and Conidial Germination of Fusarium solani f. sp. piperis

Renata Aparecida Ahnert dos Santos, Verônica D’Addazio, João Vitor Garcia Silva, Antelmo Ralph Falqueto, Marcelo Barreto da Silva, Edilson Romais Schmildt & Adriano Alves Fernandes · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2019

Fusariosis is a disease that causes economic damage to black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) producers. Despite being a major disease, there is no record of efficient chemical control. Thus, the objective was to evaluate the antifungal activity of copper, zinc and potassium compounds in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2019/v29i630179

Assessment of Food and Nutrient Provision within Prisons in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

Nana Ama Frimpomaa Agyapong, Reginald Adjetey Annan & Charles Apprey · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Objective: Food provision within the institutional environment is important and goes beyond satisfying the physiological need for food to other matters such as overall health and wellbeing which are of core importance to individuals. There is a paucity of data as regards food and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/43579

Hydrobiological Assessment of the High Mountain Kolsay Lakes (Kungey Alatau, Southeastern Kazakhstan) Ecosystems in Climatic Gradient

E. G. Krupa, S. M. Barinova, S. M. Romanova & A. B. Malybekov · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2016

Aims: The aim of this study is to assess the ecological status of the Kolsay high mountain lakes according to their hydrochemical parameters and structure of phytoplankton communities and reveal the altitude climatic condition impact. Study Design: We implemented bio-indication a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJECC/2016/26496

Effects of Cabbage Tissue and Calcium Hypochlorite on Soil Fertility and Yields of Selected Solanaceous Crops

E. K. Kago, Z. M. Kinyua, P. O. Okemo & J. M. Maingi · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2013

The objective of this study was to determine the effect of inorganic compounds treatment(s) namely: ChalimTM (CM), a chlorine-containing compound, metham sodium (MS) (positive control) and Co (negative control) versus organic compound such as Brassica tissue treatment (BT), on so...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARRB/2014/5573