Assessment of Genetic Diversity among Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subtereanea) Cultivars using Morphological Traits in the Sudan Savannah Ecological Zone of Nigeria
Hajjara G. Muhammad., Rabiu S. Shawai., Auwal I. Magashi., Sanusi G. Mohammed, Habu S. Hamisu
Crop/Plant Science
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Bambara groundnut is an underutilized neglected leguminous crop with less research attention. This study was conducted to evaluate morphological traits, estimate heritability, and assess genetic variability through genotypic and phenotypic variance of 22 Bambara groundnut cultivars in the Sudan... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Reaction of Canary melon (Cucumis melo var Inodorus Jacq.) to Inoculation with Root-knot Nematode (Meloidogyne javanica) Eggs in Jalingo, Nigeria
Ande Mamman, Boskina Yusuf, Bitrus Sunday
Crop/Plant Science
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An experiment was conducted in 2023 and 2024 to determine the reaction of canary melon to inoculation with M. javanica eggs in Jalingo, Nigeria. Eggs of M. javanica were inoculated into one-week-old canary melon plant roots at the rate of 500, 1000, 1500, 2000 and 0 (control) eggs per plant. The ... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effect of Animal Manure Applications on Some Selected Soil Properties, Growth and Yield of Maize (Zea mays) in Obio Akpa, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Okon E. Udoh, Florence O. Umoh, Blessing I. Lawrence, Abraham E. Sunday
Soil Science
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This study was carried out at the Teaching and Research Farm of Akwa Ibom State University, to determine the influence of animal manures on soil properties and maize (Zea mays) growth and grain yield. The experiment was established in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with four treatments... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Comparative Effects of Oven and Sun Drying on the Mineral Composition and Functional Properties of Cocoyam Flour from Colocasia esculenta and Xanthosoma sagittifolium
Nnamnso G. Charlie, Enobong O. Umoh
Food Science and Technology
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Cocoyam is a tropical root crop that has gained increasing attention due to its nutritional value, functional applications, and potential role in food security and industrial uses. This study was carried out to comparatively evaluate the effect of different drying methods: oven drying and sun dry... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Accumulation in Yam Leaf Tissues and Field Screening as an Indicator of Yam Anthracnose Disease (YAD) Susceptibility
Julius O. Phillip, Iquo O. Phillip, Uduak L. Edem, Blessing A. Ngele, Miracle I. Wonah, Peter I. Angri, Grace E. Okwor
Crop/Plant Science
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Plant exposure to pathogens often triggers oxidative stress, marked by the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), particularly hydrogen peroxide (H_2 O_2). In this study, we investigated the oxidative stress response of six yam (Dioscorea spp.) landraces of Cross River origin when challen... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Genomics and Genetic Variation in Mx-gene and Immune Response Traits of three Genotypes of Nigerian Local Chicken and its Phenotypic Correlations
Jessie E. Udoh, Paul M. Eko, Enobong I. Ekpo
Animal Science
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This study examined polymorphism in Mx (myxovirus resistance) gene and its association with immune response traits in three genotypes of Nigerian Indigenous chickens by analyzing single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) across three genotypes: Normal feathered, frizzle feathered and naked neck. Blo... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Rheological Study and Quality Characteristics of Yoghurt Produced From Blend of Tiger Nut and Whole Milk with Date Fruit as Sugar Substitute
Olusola T. Bolaji, Samuel A. O. Adeyeye, Oluwatomilayo G. Afolabi, Fausat A. Yusuffi
Food Science and Technology
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The formulation of composite yoghurt at varying proportion from blends of whole milk and tiger nut with date fruit as sugar subtitute, focusing on health, nutrition and economic capability becomes imperative in a dynamic and challenging food system. This necessitated the need to study the rhe... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Haemato-Serological Indices of Weaner Pigs Fed Fermented and Pressed Icacinia Manni in the Humid Tropics
Ekeno M. Assam, Uwem A. Ndak, Akaninyene F. Udo
Animal Science
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Blood is a key physiological indicator of feed quality, animal health, and bodily functions. An experiment evaluated the haematological and serum biochemical profiles of weaner pigs fed diets containing fermented and pressed Icacina manni meal. Twenty-four hybrid (Landrace x Large White) weaner p... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effect of Used Lubricant Oil on Soil Physicochemical Properties in Auto-mechanic Workshops Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
Itoro David J. Udoumoh, John D. Umoh, Itakufok G. Uduak, Okon E. Udoh, Sekerema U. Silas, Nsikan E. Idiong
Soil Science
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The effects of used lubricated oil (ULO) on soils from some auto mechanic workshops in the Uyo urban of Akwa Ibom State were investigated to assess their influence on some soil physical and chemical properties. The stratified random sampling method was employed to select four automobile workshops... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Nutritive Value and Bioactive Screening of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) Leaf Meal as a Potential Phyto-additive in Poultry Production
Eme I. Nwoko, Joseph S. Ekpo, Comfort A. Essien, Idorenyin M. Sam
Animal Science
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The increasing demand for natural alternatives to antibiotic growth promoters has intensified research into phytogenic feed additives for poultry production. Papaya (Carica papaya L.) leaf meal (PLM) has gained attention due to its nutritional richness and abundance of biologically active compoun... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Predictive Power and Enhancing Body Weight Estimation in Sheep: A Review
Idorenyin M. Sam, Akaninyene F. Udo, Emmanuel A. Oloruntobi
Animal Science
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Sheep production is an important element to many people's livelihoods that are living in rural areas and are involved with small-scale farming. In addition to providing a steady source of income for those involved with sheep, it also supplies them with a consistent source of meat, milk, and cultu... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effect of Commercial Bank Credit on Agricultural Production in Nigeria (1991 – 2023): An Empirical Analysis
Aniekan J. Akpaeti, Nsikan E. Bassey, Matthew N. Ekaette, Daniel N. Archibong
Agric Economics and Extension
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Access to formal agricultural finance remains a major constraint to increasing agricultural productivity in Nigeria despite numerous government credit interventions. This study examined the effect of commercial bank credit on agricultural production in Nigeria using annual time-series data from 1... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Profitability and Cost Efficiency of Dry Season Leafy Vegetable Production in Ogun State, Nigeria
Maria G. Ogunnaike, Olatokunbo H. Osinowo, Olubunmi J. Olabode, Sodiq O. Akande
Agric Economics and Extension
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Dry-season vegetable production plays a vital role in food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods in Nigeria. This study assessed the profitability and cost efficiency of dry-season leafy vegetable production in Ogun State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 240 veg... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
