International Journal of Applied Agricultural Sciences

Volume 5, Issue 6, November 2019

  • Review of Rice Response to Fertilizer Rates and Time of Nitrogen Application in Ethiopia

    Tilahun Tadesse, Zelalem Tadesse

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6, November 2019
    Pages: 129-137
    Received: 02 October 2019
    Accepted: 22 October 2019
    Published: 12 November 2019
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    Abstract: Rice productivity in Ethiopia is estimated at 2.8 t ha-1, which is much lower than the World’s average of 4.4 t ha-1. Weeds, pests, soil nutrient deficiencies and terminal moisture stress are the major causes of low rice productivity in Ethiopia. Poor soil fertility is among the major factors limiting the rice production. Appropriate fertilizer app... Show More
  • Physicochemical Properties of Kakamut Gum (Acacia polyacantha) and Hashab Gum (Acacia senegal): A Comparative Analysis

    Annoor Awadasseid, Idris Musa Adam, Mayada Jamal, Farah Khameis Farag Teia

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6, November 2019
    Pages: 138-143
    Received: 01 August 2019
    Accepted: 07 October 2019
    Published: 25 November 2019
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    Abstract: The physicochemical properties of the natural Gum are very important in determining their commercial value and their use. Herein, the present study aims to identify differences in physicochemical properties of Kakamut Gum (Acacia polyacntha) and Hashab Gum (Acacia Senegal). Samples of Gums were collected as follows: Kakamut Gum from Um fakarin fore... Show More
  • Farmers’ Knowledge on Pesticide Application in Vegetable Cultivation

    Shekha Nasrin, Muhammad Humayun Kabir, Md. Mahbubul Alam, Md. Saiful Islam

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6, November 2019
    Pages: 144-151
    Received: 21 August 2019
    Accepted: 20 September 2019
    Published: 04 December 2019
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    Abstract: The objectives of this study were to describe some selected characteristics of the vegetable farmers; to assess the extent of farmers’ knowledge on pesticide application in vegetable cultivation, and to determine the factors that significantly influences farmers’ knowledge on pesticide application in vegetable cultivation. The study was conducted w... Show More