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49 articles for “crop improvement”
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Plant Biotechnology: Advances in Genetic Engineering and Plant Tissue Culture
Abstract: Plant biotechnology has emerged as a transformative discipline that integrates molecular biology, genetic engineering, and advanced tissue culture techniques to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. With the global population increasing rapidly, food security and crop resilience have become critical priorities. Genetic engineering offers the ability to introduce desirable traits into plants, such as disease resistance, drought tolerance, and improved nutritional quality, while plant tissue culture provides a foundation for large-scale …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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AI-Based Image Detection of Rice Crop Diseases Using Deep Learning and Grad-CAM
Abstract: The Indian economy relies heavily on agriculture, and rice is one of the most significant staple crops grown in the country. Nevertheless, rice cultivation faces numerous challenges due to several leaf diseases, such as bacterial leaf blight, brown spot, and leaf smut. These diseases can lead to substantial yield losses and financial burdens for farmers. Therefore, the early detection and classification of these diseases are essential to minimize crop damage …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Review of Biopolymers in Agriculture Application: An Eco-friendly Alternative
Abstract: The emergence of biopolymers as critical components in sustainable agricultural practices marks a significant shift towards environmentally friendly technologies. Biopolymers, naturally occurring macromolecules derived from renewable resources, offer numerous advantages over traditional synthetic polymers, including biodegradability and non-toxicity. The function of biopolymers for agriculture is investigated in this paper, with particular attention paid to their uses, benefits, and limitations, as well as any potential future developments. Biopolymers are utilized in …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 46–57 Read article
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Modern Molecular Breeding Approaches in Apiaceae for Enhanced Agronomic Performance
Abstract: The Apiaceae family, including economically vital crops like dill, coriander, and fennel, faces significant productivity constraints due to narrow genetic diversity and slow conventional breeding. This study presents a robust molecular breeding framework integrating RAPD and SSR markers to accelerate genetic improvement. Five diverse germplasm accessions were evaluated across morphological, biochemical, and molecular parameters. Molecular analysis revealed substantial polymorphism, with SSR markers demonstrating high informativeness (average PIC = 0.73). Notably, …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 19–36 Read article
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Bio-Fertilizer in Forest Nursery-A Review
Abstract: Many micro-organisms like bacteria, fungi, algae possess plant growth promoting mechanisms. These micro-organisms may be implemented as biofertilizers in agriculture and forestry, improving crop yields. These Biofertilizers can enhance plant increase through numerous different mechanisms. The synthesis of plant nutrients or phytohormones, which may be absorbed with the aid of using plants, mobilization of soil compounds, making them to be available for the plant for use as nutrients, the safety …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Advances in Agrochemistry for Sustainable Crop and Soil Management
Abstract: Agrochemistry plays a pivotal role in ensuring sustainable crop production and long-term soil health in the face of increasing global food demand, climate change, and environmental degradation. Conventional agricultural practices, characterized by excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, have led to soil nutrient imbalance, reduced microbial diversity, and environmental contamination. In response to these challenges, recent advances in agrochemistry have focused on developing sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches for …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Climate Change and Smart-Agricultural Water-Use Efficiency: Implications On the Farming Season and Food Security in Nigeria
Abstract: The agricultural water-use efficiency of smallholder farming is under threat due to the impacts of climate change as it concerns farming seasons and agricultural production in other to achieve food security. This issue has raised significant alarm among local farmers, particularly as many rely on rain-fed agriculture as their primary means of food production. Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) techniques have been recommended by The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to help …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 51–60 Read article
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Developing Smart Farming Solutions: IoT-Based Techniques for Precision Agriculture
Abstract: A precision agricultural system is a smart farm management system that minimizes production costs while maximizing productivity and profitability through the identification, analysis, and management of field variability using information and technology. Because of the public's increased environmental consciousness, we must alter agricultural management practices to assure economic success while safeguarding natural resources like water, air, and soil quality. With the introduction of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, precision agriculture …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Underground Microbe-Root Networks Directed Forestation and Forest Regeneration: Towards a High Planetary Standard of Life
Abstract: Educated predictions for the 21st Century regarding Earth and Homo sapiens status evolvement on it have foreseen new and better advances in Science and Technology: Magnetism as the primer energy source, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for automation, The Universal Basic Income, Cryptocurrencies and the Internet of Things as the suitable and improved replacement for central banking system, and the development of a Global Culture, with it the establishment of global …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Predictive Farming Using Image Based Machine Learning
Abstract: Agriculture sector is considered as central pillar of Indian economics contributing approximately18% of total GDP employing almost 78% of rural population. Export of agro- based commodities hasincreased by 7-folds in past 1.5 decade. Therefore, it is necessary to uplift quality of agro-commoditiesproductions. Improving crop quality and quantity by sowing appropriate crop according to soil typeand weather condition become an hour’s need today. There are variety of soil series available in …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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MODELLING OF SAW PARAMETERS AND ITS MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR JOINING STRUCTURAL STEELS
Abstract: Ethiopia nearly 85 per cent of people is morality depends on agriculture; the government of Ethiopia emphasis on Farm Mechanization for bringing the improvement in crop production using modern equipment and tools. However, the Modern equipment development needs improved machineries for fabrication. Moreover, the metal joining technology; like Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) available is very advance and made welding of thicker plats and welded structures. Therefore, while using this modern …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Mathematical Analysis of the Effect of Fly Ash Application in Agricultural Fields on Soil Properties and Crop Productivity
Abstract: Fly ash is regularly generated as a by-product by coal or thermal power stations. The potential of fly ash as a resource material in agriculture and related areas is now a well-established fact. The application of fly ash in agriculture is due to its favorable physicochemical properties, including appreciable content of essential plant nutrients. When compared to soil, fly ash consists of all the elements except organic carbon and nitrogen. …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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IoT-Powered Weather Monitoring and Irrigation Automation: Transforming Modern Farming Practices
Abstract: It is proposing an IoT-based weather monitoring system. This will monitor, in real-time, the critical environmental parameters aid for farming. Soil moisture, temperature, humidity, and rainfall will be measured parameters that help optimize agricultural practices and perfect the use of water. The IoT technology will, therefore, include a microcontroller such as NodeMCU that tracks soil moisture levels and automates irrigation. If the soil moisture falls below 50%, then the programming …
Published in International Journal of Telecommunications & Emerging Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Synthesis of Various Products from Different Feed Stocks–an Insight Into Application of Biotechnology
Abstract: Synthesis of various products in energy efficient manner with minimum environmental foot print is important area of research in chemical engineering. Chemical pathways are energy intensive and many of the reactions are high temperature reactions. Many compounds like ethanol, amino acids, and acetic acids can be synthesized by biological methods. Biochemical reactions are low temperature reactions under mild conditions. Use of waste material as feedstock for production of useful compounds …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Effects of Deficit Irrigation on Tomato (Galila 555) Yield and Water Productivity in Silte Zone, Rift Valley, Ethiopia
Abstract: Irrigated agricultures becoming main concern and strongly recognized to ensure the food security. Deficit irrigation is main strategy to improve water and crop productivity. This study was conducted for two consecutive years (2010 E.C-2012 E.C) to determine the sensitive growth stage effect on tomato yield for water stress and improve water productivity in misrak silti Woreda, Silte Zone, Ethiopia. There experiment has six deficit irrigation levels of treatments plus farmer …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Climate Change-Implications for Agriculture and Food Security
Abstract: Abstract The warning signs of global warming have appeared everywhere, right from increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, to increasing temperatures, and occurrence of extreme events like droughts, floods, intense rains, and cyclones, besides melting of glaciers and rise in sea levels. The objectives of this paper are to present likely scenarios, risks to agriculture, food security and livelihoods arising out of climate change in coming few decades. …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–32 Read article
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Effect of Manure on the Physical, Chemical and Biological Properties of Soil
Abstract: Manure is the rotten form of dead plants and animals. It is organic matter that is used as organicfertilizer in agriculture and donate to the fertility of soil by adding organic matter and nutrients, andit can be classified as animal manure, green manure, and compost manure. To meet the nutrientrequirement of crop using organic manures would be an inevitable practice in the years to come forsustainable agriculture since organic manures …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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A Smart App-Based Irrigation System for Sustainable Agriculture
Abstract: Abstract : Agriculture is significant factor in meeting up with the needs of the future, as well as the world's population that is likely to increase significantly in the coming years but agriculture is highly dependent on the availability of water. In many places erratic rains and scarce water resources have meant traditional irrigation methods have been inefficient and unsustainable. Farmers often use fixed time or judgment in irrigating the …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Outcome of Diverse Nitrogen Applications and Seed Rates for Attaining Quantitative and Qualitative Wheat Crop Production
Abstract: The application rates of nitrogen and seed can significantly improves the quality of nutrients and productivity is wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crops. To discourse it, an experiment in field was conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mardan District (SCRI) Sugar Crop Research Institute, Pakistan with the name of “Effect of Different Seed Rates and Nitrogen Application for Obtaining Qualitative and Quantitative Production in Wheat Crop”. This research assessed (150, 120, 90 and …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–47 Read article
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A Sensor-Based Soil Monitoring System for Better Crop Harvesting
Abstract: Crop productivity is strongly affected by soil health, environmental conditions, and the availability of timely and accurate monitoring data. Traditional soil testing and crop assessment methods are labor-intensive and time-consuming. They also lack real-time capabilities, which limits efficient agricultural decision-making. This paper proposes an IoT-enabled smart soil monitoring and crop management system that provides real-time analysis of important soil and environmental parameters to improve agricultural productivity. The proposed system uses …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 18–24 Read article