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16 articles for “maize”
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MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT OF INSECT PESTS OF MAIZE IN KATHMANDU VALLEY
Abstract: Monitoring study was carried out through survey in Kathmandu valley (Ramkot -5 Kathmandu district, Katunje -5, Bhaktapur district and Bungmati -25 Lalitpur district). Both qualitative and quantitative research approach was use with an objective to find the insect pests of maize in Kathmandu valley. Survey information was collected from 100 households randomly; 33 households from Kathmandu and Lalitpur districts and 34 households from Bhaktapur district during mid - June 2017 …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Effect of Soil pH on the Germination and Growth of Triticum aestivum (Wheat) and Zea mays (Maize)
Abstract: Because of its effects on nutrient availability, microbial activity, and the solubility of hazardous elements, all of which can have a substantial impact on crop productivity, soil pH is a crucial factor determining plant growth and development. Understanding how different pH levels affect the vegetative growth of crops is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices. This study examines the impact of soil pH – acidic, neutral, and alkaline – on the …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Advancing Maize Leaf Disease Detection: A Machine Learning Approach
Abstract: Every day, countless grains and fruits are cultivated around the world. To keep up with the growing population’s needs, farmers are constantly adopting new and advanced techniques. Furthermore, the development and application of new technologies enable the quick and simple detection of plant diseases. Identifying plant diseases at an early stage is crucial to minimizing their effects on crop productivity and quality. Traditional diagnostic methods often rely on expert knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Effect of Compression Pressure on the Strength and Fuel Properties of Maize Cob Briquettes
Abstract: Biomass can be densified under a high compression pressure or a low compression pressure. The type of raw material, moisture level, particle size, and form typically all influence how much pressure should be used. This study utilized maize cobs and waste paper pulp to produce briquettes which are seen as alternative fuels. The goal was to determine how compression pressure affected the strength and fuel characteristics of the briquettes that …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Assessment of Agricultural Mechanization Utilization Status and Analysis of Productivity and Wage Employment at Siltie Zone, Central Ethiopia
Abstract: There was no alternative solution except the utilization of farm machinery to enhance crop productivity. While in Ethiopia, the level of usage of agricultural machinery remains quite low and heavily relies on traditional power sources. Therefore, assessing, understanding the fundamental roots and their effect on agricultural productivity was crucial. Using data collected from a household survey of 240 farmers in four major wheat and maize producing districts of the Siltie …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Effect of Varying Levels of High-Quality Cassava Peels on Broiler Finisher Growth and Hematological Indices
Abstract: In a completely randomized design, 150 three-week-old Abor Acre broiler birds were randomly assigned into five nutritional treatments, and each nutritional treatment was administered to thirty birds replicated three times, with ten birds each. The birds were fed for 21 days. High-quality cassava peel replaced 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of maize in the five treatment diets T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5, respectively. Body changes were recorded weekly, …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Mitigation Measures and Disaster Preparedness: Kapkese Landslides in Kokwet Sub-Location, Kericho County, Kenya
Abstract: Abstract: The Kapkese landslide disaster struck again in December 2015, precipitated by intense, prolonged heavy rainfall from El Niño rainstorms that devastated much of Kenya. Located in the remote Kokwet Location within Kipkelion West Constituency, Kenya, this rural village has endured recurrent geohazards, most notably a deadly May 2003 event that buried a homestead, resulting in the tragic loss of a mother and her three young daughters. These incidents have …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Response of Zea mays to Rhizophagus Intraradices with 50% Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizer Prevents the Release of N2O From the Soil
Abstract: The healthy growth of Zea mays (maize) requires NH4NO3/PO4--3 fertilizers (ammonium nitrate and phosphates), are applied in unregulated doses, are associated to denitrification, generating greenhouse gases, causing global warming, loss of soil productivity, and pollution of surface water in case of phosphates. An alternative is to decrease and optimize the dose of NH4NO3/PO4--3 by applying arbuscular vesicle fungi (AVF), to optimize, the dose of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers, AVF endosymbionts …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Bioalcohol Production: A Detailed Review
Abstract: Bioethanol stands as a pivotal player in the realm of renewable energy, deriving from organic materials abundant in sugars or their precursors. Its economic viability hinges largely on the affordability of substrates, which directly influences the overall cost of production. Microbial fermentation of carbohydrates, encompassing both pentose and hexose sugars, yields alcohols alongside valuable by-products, rendering bioethanol a versatile resource, particularly in the context of fuel production. The optimization of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 52–59 Read article
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Use of Micro- and Nanobubble in Waste Water Treatment Technology – Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT The environmental nanotechnology is a technical discipline which research features of natural and man-made nanomaterials, applications, techniques for their characterization, integration processes and transformation into ecosystems. Microbubbles have the capability to change the normal characteristic of water. The microbubbles (MBs) have diameter more than 100 μm, the micro-nanobubbles (MNBs) have diameter between 1 to 100 μm and the nanobubbles (NBs) have diameter less than 1 μm within the fluid …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Development of Extruded Product from Pearl Millet Flour Blended with Corn Flour: A Sensory Evaluation Approach
Abstract: Pearl millet, with its exceptional nutritional profile and agronomic characteristics, has yet to achieve widespread global popularity when compared to other cereal crops. To mitigate the restricted accessibility of millets and broaden their health advantages to remote areas, it is imperative to create universally accepted food items. Leveraging a twin-screw extruder offers meticulous management over the extrusion process variables, guaranteeing uniform product quality. The experiments were conducted with controlled independent …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Seed Quality Analysis by Using Image Processing
Abstract: Globally, wheat is the principal source of vegetable protein in human food, having higher protein content than other major cereals like maize and rice. In terms of total production tonnages used for food, India is currently at second rank as the main human food crop. Determining the quality of wheat is critical. Specifying the characteristics of wheat manually needs an expert decision and is time consuming. Sometimes the variety of …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 52–59 Read article
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Wheat Grain Quality Analysis Using Image Processing
Abstract: Rice and Wheat are two major staple cereals used globally. In India too, both of these crops are cultivated and consumed in large quantities. In this article, we are demonstrating an image processing approach to segregate bad quality wheat seed grains from the good quality. Wheat is not only the source of carbohydrate, but it also contains protein in ample amounts. The protein content in wheat is higher than that …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Synthesis of Biodegradable Nano Composite of PMMA vinyl Polymer with Corn Cob
Abstract: Vinyl polymers are the largest category of polymers which have wide applications. PMMA is important vinyl polymer which when modified with with Corn Cob(agricultural waste) for nanocomposite formation, then it may result biodegradable modified polymer. Corn cobs (focal piece of maize) are either treated as waste or consumed as fuel causing ecological concern. So as to accomplish its worth option in new research regions, corn cob can be prepared synthetically …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Power and Precision Combined: Innovating the Grinding Industry with a Hybrid-Powered Grinding Mill
Abstract: In the present technology, Mechanical energy is used to operate grinding machines. Grinding machine is used to grind different types of materials. The sustainable source of energy is electric power. This assignment provides a clearer conceptualization of how to start up a modest sharpening machinery enterprise. This technique functions as a backup power source in areas without electric and when a single person only needs only a small quantity of …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 42–53 Read article
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A Study on Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Composite Developed Using Corn Husk and Glass Fibre
Abstract: With the increasing demand for the disposal of polymer wastes and environmental waste from agriculture/ farming, this research aims to develop composite materials by using glass fibre and corn husk fibres by hand lay-up technique. The fibre from the maize husk was extracted and then overlapped on glass fibre cloth films in regular or irregular orientations. The reinforcement is done with the epoxy resin. The reinforcement and harden matrix are …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–36 Read article