Search Results for : maize varieties
Assessment of new generation of drought-tolerant maize (Zea mays L.) hybrids for agronomic potential and adaptation in the derived savanna agro-ecology of Nigeria
Development of high-yielding maize varieties that exhibit superior agronomic performance under the prevailing biotic and abiotic stress factors in the derived savanna agro-ecology of Nigeria is pivotal for confronting the menace of food shortage in the zone. Ninety-six single-cross maize hybrids and four checks were evaluated in a 10×10 triple lattice in three replications under […]
Studies on genetic variability in maize (Zea mays L.) under stress and non-stress environmental conditions
Studies were carried out to estimate the extent of genetic variability in fifty six maize (Zea mays L.) genotypes (6 drought tolerant inbred lines, 7 other inbred lines, 42 crosses and a check) under non-stress and water stress at flowering. The genotypes were evaluated in 2012/2013 dry season across two locations, to obtain more information […]
Effect of exogenous application of salicylic acid on the growth, photosynthesis and proline content on maize in salt stress
To evaluate the effect of salt stress and salicylic acid application on growth and physiological traits of maize varieties, an experiment was conducted in factorial split plot based on RCBD design with 3 replications in research farm of Islamic Azad University of Ardebil branch during 2012-13. Salt stress factor including three levels (control, 50mM and […]
Specific behavior of Sitophilus zeamais in the stocks of rice and maize in rural farmers at Bouaflé region, Côte d’Ivoire
Analysis of the array of pests established S. zeamais (Coleoptera : Curculionidae) to be the principal pest which infects rice and maize storages and paves the way for the others insect pests’ infestation. S. zeamais is followed by Tribolium castaneum (Coleoptera : Tenebionidae) and Rhyzopertha dominica (Coleoptera : Bostrichidae). In pure numerical terms with respect […]
Aflatoxin management in Sub-Saharan Africa: A call for intergrated aflatoxin management
Aflatoxin presents a major global public health and economic issue, particularly impacting maize producers, consumers, and markets. This toxic, mutagenic, and carcinogenic substance is produced by Aspergillus fungi and frequently contaminates maize, a key staple crop in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The region’s climate and inadequate food storage practices exacerbate maize contamination, posing significant health risks, […]
Volume 05, Issue 12, December 2014- IJB- Special Issue
Effects of physical treatments on germination and stand establishment of sunflower (Helianthus annuus L. var. Hyson) under laboratory condition Sahar Baser Kouchebagh, Farhad Farahvash, Bahram Mirshekari, Hamdollah Kazemi Arbat, Farokh Rahimzadeh Khoei Int. J. Biosci. 5(12), 1-6. (Full Text) doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.12692/ijb/5.12.1-6 Evaluation of bottle gourd (lagenaria siceraria) to growth and yield A.F.M. Jamal Uddin, M.I. […]
The technology rising corn production on dry land
The study was to analyzed the technology rising corn production on dry land. The study was conducted in Aceh 2016. Randomized block design was arranged with 3 replications and 2 factorial. This research used some varieties of corn. There were 7 levels of varieties of corn treatment including bima 15, bima 19, bima 20, Lamuru […]
Evaluation of drought tolerance in mutant Kenyan bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) using in vitro techniques
Wheat (Triticum aestivum L) is widely cultivated as a small-grain cereal. In Kenya, it is ranked second after maize in its contribution towards food security. Biotic stress conditions such as drought cause extensive losses to agricultural production worldwide. In Kenya, arid and semiarid lands represent 83% of total land area, which experience frequent crop failure […]
An assessment of performance of soya bean (Glycine max) variety in low rainfall areas of Zimbabwe
Majority of small holder farmers in Zimbabwe are located in marginal rainfall areas where soils are sandy and less fertile. These farmers have been known to grow drought resistant varieties of maize, sorghum, pearl millet and finger millet in order to fight hunger and malnourishment. Due to environmental, ecological and other constraints, small holder farmers […]
Effect of blending speed on efficiency and consistency of a grains drink processing machine
The effect of Blending speed on blending efficiency and consistency of drink produced from a Grains drink processing machine was studied. Three grain types of two varieties each for maize (zea mays), soybean (glycine max) and guinea corn (sorghum bicolor) were blended at speeds of 1400 r.p.m, 1300 r.p.m, 1000 r.p.m and 800r.p.m using vertical- […]