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PROXIMATE AND ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS EVALUATION IN Eugenia uniflora(L.) LEAVES.
Author(s):
GEEDHU DANIEL , S.KRISHNAKUMARI .
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PROXIMATE AND ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS EVALUATION IN Eugenia uniflora(L.) LEAVES.
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In the last few years there has been an exponential growth in the field of herbal medicine and these drugs are gaining popularity both in developing and developed countries because of their natural origin and less side effects. The current study focuses on quantitative estimation of minerals, minerals in ash, vitamins and various proximate composition in Eugenia unifloraleaves. Minerals like iron, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium were estimated in aqueous hot extract of Eugenia uniflora and minerals like iron, calcium and phosphorus were estimated in ash. Vitamins such vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C and β-carotene were estimated according to standard methods. Proximate analysis of ash, moisture, crude fibre and crude fat were estimated in powdered leaves of Eugenia uniflora. The finding of this study suggests that this plant leaves and aqueous hot extract could be a potential source of natural antioxidant that could have great importance as therapeutic agents in preventing various diseases. The results are very much encouraging but scientific validation is necessary before being put into practice.
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PHYTOPLANKTON BIODIVERSITY WITH REFERENCE TO PHYSICO-CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF TAPI IN SURAT DISTRICT, GUJARAT
Author(s):
MAHESHWARI SOLANKI , KAPILA MANOJ .
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PHYTOPLANKTON BIODIVERSITY WITH REFERENCE TO PHYSICO-CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF TAPI IN SURAT DISTRICT, GUJARAT
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The present investigation was conducted on Tapi to study physico-chemical characteristics and algal diversity of Tapi. Due to increased population and indiscriminate discharge of wastes the river is polluted considerably. The algae and water samples are collected at monthly intervals from April 2008- April 2009. During the study period Diatoms, blue green algae, green algae and Desmids were reported.
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PLANT GROWTH-PROMOTION POTENTIAL OF PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING ACTIOMYCETES FROM WAYANAD SOILS
Author(s):
Smitha Chacko , Vijisha M.C , Jayasudha.M.
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PLANT GROWTH-PROMOTION POTENTIAL OF PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING ACTIOMYCETES FROM WAYANAD SOILS
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Phosphours is the second important key element after nitrogen as a mineral nutrient in terms of quantitative plant requirement. Although abundant in soils, in both organic and inorganic forms, its availability is restricted as it occurs mostly in insoluble forms. Deficiency of phosphorus in soil results in reduction in plant metabolism and growth since for all plant Phosphorus is an essential plant nutrient.
Wayanad District of Kerala depends on Agriculture for sustainability. To satisfy crop nutritional requirements, Phosphours is usually added to soil as chemical P fertilizer, however synthesis of chemical P fertilizer is expensive, moreover, plants can use only a small amount of this P since 75–90% of added P is precipitated by metal–cation complexes, and rapidly becomes fixed in soils.
In such a situation phosphate-solubilizing Actinomycetes have been seen as best eco-friendly agent for P nutrition of crop. This study focuses on the diversity of PSA, effect on plant growth, P solubilisation capacity, the present and future scenario of their use and for application of this knowledge in managing a sustainable environmental system.
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Diversity of Entomopathogenic fungi among the coleopteran pests of crops
Author(s):
Anis Joseph, R , K. Sudharma.
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Diversity of Entomopathogenic fungi among the coleopteran pests of crops
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Occurrence of entomopathogenic fungi among the coleopteran pests of Banana, Coconut, Cardamom, Sweet Potato and Vegetables was conducted to reveal the diversity of these fungi among various pests. The isolates identified by ITS sequencing were Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) Vuillemin from adults of Basilepta fulvicorne Jacoby and Metarhizium sp. from its grubs. Paecilomyces sp. was isolated from the grubs of Banana rhizome weevil, Cosmopolites sordidus Germ. The adult beetles of Cylas formicarius F., Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata F. and Metriona circumdata H. were found to be infected with Beauveria sp., Fusarium moniliformae and Beauveria brongniartii (Saccardo) Petch, respectively. The infected grubs of Oryctes rhinoceros Linn. harboured Metarhizium album, Metarhizium anisopliae var majus and Metarhizium sp.
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Reliability Assessment of Developed Cotton Picking Bag for Male
Author(s):
Dr. N.Yadav , Dr. N. Arya.
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Reliability Assessment of Developed Cotton Picking Bag for Male
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A study was conducted for reliability assessment and testing of developed Pick bag for cotton picking using different fabrics for male. Developed cot/pick bag in different materials were given to cotton picker workers at Cotton Research Farm CCS HAU, Hisar, Cotton Research Station, Sirsa and Cotton fields of Fatehabad district for further testing. Suitability of fabrics was done through personal interview keeping in mind the various factors included appeal, texture, durability, comfort, absorption, pilling, slippage seam and easy to put on. Tericot white fabric (50:50) was found most preferred fabric followed by gray cotton. Another tricot fabric (70:30) with soft texture was found somewhat suitable. Polyester fabric with thick texture was not found suitable due to synthetic feel and was uncomfortable in use. Malasia fabric was found somewhat suitable due to less durability and slippage of seam. Another polyester fabric with thin texture was rejected being non capable of bearing required weight of cotton, pilling problem, seam slippage, difficult to tie knots, open pods get entangled in the material. After testing in the fields and reliability assessment, Cot bag was improved by constructing with french seam and double stitch line to make it more durable. Size of the cot bag was found appropriate in most of the cases except oversize and under size persons.
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A REVIEW ON THE POLLUTION PROBLEM OF THE MAJOR WATER SOURCES IN HYDERABAD CITY
Author(s):
V.Hema Sailaja , k.sri lakshmi , M.Anji Reddy.
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A REVIEW ON THE POLLUTION PROBLEM OF THE MAJOR WATER SOURCES IN HYDERABAD CITY
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Due to rapid growth of population, industrialization, urbanization and various developments in agricultural practices since 1970's the quality of water resources has been deteriorating drastically. The aquatic ecosystem is being polluted to an extent which is irreparable which is a problem of concern. The discharge of sewage and industrial waste waters into water bodies is leading to deposition of various pollutants/contaminants into aquatic ecosystem which may become accumulated, persistent and toxic. These contaminants may make water unsuitable for various purposes and cause threat to human health through bioaccumulation. This Article reviews the degree of contamination of major inland water bodies of city of Hyderabad, Telangana. It also focuses on sources of contamination. It shows that various anthropogenic activities, apart from natural sources are causing the environmental degradation. The treatment of waste waters from various sources is a major societal problem not only in Hyderabad, but across the world. Development of Advanced waste water treatment technologies and improvisation of existing treatment facilities to improve the quality of water is essential. However it is required to bring awareness among the public about these problems. Apart from advanced technological remedial measures, prevention of pollution aiming at sustainable development has to be emphasized.
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Population size of House Sparrow, Passer domesticus (Linnaeus, 1758) and stress factors affecting its number in selected habitats in Thanesar in district Kurukshetra, Haryana
Author(s):
Prof Girish Chopra , Dr. Deepak Rai Babbar , Dr. Ajay Kumar.
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Population size of House Sparrow, Passer domesticus (Linnaeus, 1758) and stress factors affecting its number in selected habitats in Thanesar in district Kurukshetra, Haryana
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Periodically monthly surveys of four different habitats, viz., rural open areas/rural residential premises, ware houses/rice sellers/godowns, agricultural areas and fallow lands in tehsil Thanesar of district Kurukshetra were conducted from January, 2010 to December, 2011 to record population size of house sparrow in these habitats. Significant number of adult males, adult females and youngones of house sparrow were recorded in rural open areas/rural residential premises and ware houses/rice sellers/godowns than in agricultural areas. Not even a single individual of house sparrow was sighted in selected fallow lands in tehsil Thanesar during two years of study. In rural open areas/rural residential premises, a total of 75 adult males, 126 adult females and 9 youngones with an average of 6.16±0.78, 10.50±0.80 and 0.75±0.53 respectively were recorded from January, 2010 to December, 2010 and 60 adult males, 158 adult females and 14 youngones with an average of 5.00±0.36, 13.16±0.44 and 1.66±0.56 respectively were recorded from January, 2011 to December, 2011. Similarly, in ware houses/rice sellers/godowns (WH/RS/G), a total of 4 adult males and 13 adult females with an average of 0.33±0.18 and 1.08±0.33 respectively were recorded from January, 2010 to December, 2010 while 5 adult males, 12 adult females and 3 youngones with an average of 0.41±0.19, 1.00±0.30 and 0.25±0.25 respectively were recorded from January, 2011 to December, 2011. Also in selected agricultural areas (AA), only 5 adult males and 10 adult females with an average of 0.45±0.20 and 0.83±0.38 respectively were recorded from January, 2010 to December, 2010 while 3 adult males and 10 adult females with an average of 0.25±0.25 and 0.83±0.36 respectively were recorded from January, 2011 to December, 2011. A number of stress factors might be responsible for decline number of House Sparrow are also assessed during the study period.
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gender differences in the study habits of high and low achievers
Author(s):
NAMITA TOMAR , PROF KALPNA GUPTA.
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gender differences in the study habits of high and low achievers
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Study habits play a very important role in the life of the students. Success or failure of each student depends upon his own study habits. The purpose of present study was to see gender differences in the study habits of high and low achievers. Data were collected from 240 school students out of which 120 were males and 120 females. To assess academic achievements, last year exam percentage were considered and for assessing study habits a self structured questionnaire has been used. Data were analyzed with the use of statistical tests i.e. mean, t test, chi square etc. Results revealed that, gender differences were found in the study habits of high and low achievers like more number of females take short breaks during study, devote more time in self study, follow time table more than males while males revise their work daily and study for long time in one sitting as compared to females.
Key words: study habits, academic achievements, adolescents.
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Comparison between Existing Furniture for Relaxation and Ergonomically Designed Relaxing Chair among Restaurant Workers
Author(s):
DR. Tulika Khare.
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Comparison between Existing Furniture for Relaxation and Ergonomically Designed Relaxing Chair among Restaurant Workers
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Kitchen in the restaurant is the place where the job of preparing and serving meals get done, where the workers have to do their working continuously for long hours without taking rest as they have direct contact with clients throughout the day. This is important because of the number of tasks carried out in restaurant kitchen in traditionally a small area and becoming even smaller since the cost of space is going higher, and possibly as consequences of all these factors, the fact that the restaurant kitchen has become the site of the majority of the accidents because of the frequent work force. Ergonomically designed furniture can reduce pain and injury, increase productivity, improve morale and decrease complaints. chair design considers intended usage, ergonomics how comfortable it is for the occupant, as well as non ergonomic functional requirements such as size , stack ability, fold ability, weight, durability, stain resistance and artistic design. Therefore, the study was undertaken to compare between the existing furniture for relaxation and ergonomically designed relaxing chair among restaurant workers. For the present study 120 workers were selected from the four south Indian restaurant i.e. Sri nidhi sagar, Raaga the family restaurant, Tamarind and Inchara the family restaurant, Bangalore city, Karnataka State. Descriptive cum experimental research design was used for the present study. Purposive sampling procedure was followed to select the sample and data was gathered by interview method. It was found that the restaurant workers faced lot of problems due to non availability of relaxing chair at their work unit. Hence due to prolong standing posture and, continuous working hours and absence of relaxing of body they suffered with arthritis problem, lower and upper back problem, headache, swelling on ankles, stiffness in leg and hand joints, numbness in body, reduced grip strength, limiting movement of fingers etc.
Key words: Restaurant workers, Anthropometric measurement, Relaxing chair, Ergonomics.
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EFFECT OF BIOFERTILIZERS ON YIELD ATTRIBUTING CHARACTERS AND YIELD OF OKRA (ABELMOSCHUS ESCULENTUS(L.) MOENCH)
Author(s):
ANISA N A , Dr. Baby Lissy Markose , Dr. Salykutty Joseph.
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EFFECT OF BIOFERTILIZERS ON YIELD ATTRIBUTING CHARACTERS AND YIELD OF OKRA (ABELMOSCHUS ESCULENTUS(L.) MOENCH)
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Field experiments were conducted to assess the effect of biofertilizers on okra in Kerala during Kharif in a Randomised Block Design with 13 treatments and 3 replications. The variety Arka Anamika was treated with FYM and three different biofertilizers (Azospirillum, Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and Frateuria) in different combinations. Performance with respect to yield and yield attributing characters were best in the treatment where combined application of all the three biofertilizers along with double dose of FYM was given (T8). This was closely followed by the treatment where full dose of FYM, ¾ of inorganic fertilizers and biofertilizers (T10) were applied.
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Promotion of induced spawning of Cyprinus carpio (Linn) for poverty alleviation and genetic resorce conservation in the Thar Desert
Author(s):
Dr Anita Jhajhria.
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Promotion of induced spawning of Cyprinus carpio (Linn) for poverty alleviation and genetic resorce conservation in the Thar Desert
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Six induced breeding spawning experiments were conducted on Cyprinus carpio(Linn.) using ovaprim (@0.5ml kg brooder weight )and ovatide (@0.3ml/kg brooder weight) in the modified CIFE-D81 Hatchery Unit of the Thar Desert. The average number of eggs (1.94 lakhs), fertilization rate (56%),hatching rate (70.5%) and spawn production (1.296 lakhs) were obtained after injecting ovaprim. Whereas, ovatide yielded no. of eggs (2.89 lakhs),fertilization rate (88.6%),hatching rate (77.3%) and spawn production (1.941 lakhs).MPOWER (funded by IFAD) project will promote development of small scale freshwater aquaculture in the six district blocks of the Western Rajasthan to alleviate poverty. It will also serve as a tool to benefit large number of rural women involved in various aspects of aquaculture activities and to apply the induced breeding technique to conserve the threatened fish species of the Thar Desert.
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EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT NUTRIENT LEVELS AND IRRIGATION ON ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY FOR BHINDI (Abelmoschus esculentus (L) MOENCH) AS MAIN CROP AND AMARANTHUS (Amaranthus bicolor) AS RESIDUE CROP
Author(s):
P. GAYATHRI KARTHIKEYAN1 AND T. SAJITHA RANI2 , Dr. T. Sajitha Rani.
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EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT NUTRIENT LEVELS AND IRRIGATION ON ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY FOR BHINDI (Abelmoschus esculentus (L) MOENCH) AS MAIN CROP AND AMARANTHUS (Amaranthus bicolor) AS RESIDUE CROP
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An experiment was conducted at College of Agriculture, Vellayani to standardize the organic manuring schedule for bhindi and to assess the effect of different levels of organic manure combination and irrigation on economic feasibility of bhindi as main crop and amaranthus as residue crop from June 2009 to November 2009. The organic nutrient combination (17 t ha-1 FYM + 2.83 t ha-1 vermicompost + 1.47 t ha-1 glyricidia leaves) gave the maximum total fruit yield (10.58 t ha-1). When amaranthus was raised after bhindi as a residue crop, the plots with the same dose of nutrient combination also recorded the maximum fresh yield of amaranthus (18.92 t ha-1) when harvested at 45 DAS. Along with mulching, the same nutrient dose of 17 t ha-1 FYM + 2.83 t ha-1 vermicompost + 1.47 t ha-1 glyricidia leaves resulted in highest B:C ratio for bhindi as well as for bhindi – amaranthus sequence.
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First Report of Incidence of Stem Rot of Cowpea Caused by Pythium aphanidermatum from Kerala, India and its Management
Author(s):
MOHAMED ANEES M. , C. Gokulapalan , K. N. Anith.
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First Report of Incidence of Stem Rot of Cowpea Caused by Pythium aphanidermatum from Kerala, India and its Management
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Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata sub.sp. sesquipedalis (L.) Verdcourt.) has come to occupy a prime position among the vegetable crops raised in Kerala in coverage and popular preference. During November 2012, high incidence of stem rot symptoms were observed in cowpea grown in open field conditions at the Department of Olericulture, College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The disease was identified to be Pythium stem rot caused by Pythium aphanidermatum. The pathogen also showed symptoms in snake gourd, chilli, tomato and amaranthus, when artificially inoculated. Management experiments revealed that application of metalaxyl MZ and azoxystrobin recorded the lowest incidence of the disease in term of Percentage Disease Incidence, followed by fungicide copper oxychloride and fish amino acid. KAU released bioagents Trichoderma harzianum and P. fluorescens, and panchagavyam were also able to suppress the disease. It was also found that all growth and yield parameters except plant dry weight were the maximum with the plants treated with the systemic fungicide azoxystrobin.
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Utilization and effect of composted coirpith, composted pressmud, farmyard manure and NPK on leghaemoglobin content in nodules of black gram (Vigna mungo L.) and cluster bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (L.) Taub)
Author(s):
Anju Singh , A. Vijayalakshmi.
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Utilization and effect of composted coirpith, composted pressmud, farmyard manure and NPK on leghaemoglobin content in nodules of black gram (Vigna mungo L.) and cluster bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (L.) Taub)
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An experiment was conducted at Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Tamil Nadu (India) to analyse the conjugative effect of composted coirpith, composted pressmud, farmyard manure and NPK on leghaemoglobin content in the nodules of black gram and cluster bean. The experiment consisting of twelve treatments (T1- Control,T2- Composted coirpith (12.5t ha -1, T3- Composted pressmud (12.5t ha-1), T4- Farmyard manure (12.5t ha-1), T5- NPK (100%), T6- Composted coirpith (12.5t ha-1) + 50% NPK, T7- Composted pressmud (12.5t ha-1) + 50% NPK, T8- Farmyard manure (12.5t ha-1) + 50% NPK, T9- Composted coirpith (12.5t ha-1) + 25% NPK, T10- Composted pressmud (12.5t ha-1) + 25% NPK, T11- Farmyard manure (12.5t ha-1) + 25 % NPK, T12- Composted coirpith (6.5t ha-1) + Composted pressmud (6.5t ha-1) + Farmyard manure (6.5t ha-1) was laid in a pot having 7kg soil (per pot) with three replications. There was a significant increase in leghaemoglobin content in nodules of both the crops in T12 (composted coirpith (6.5t ha-1) + composted pressmud (6.5t ha-1) + farmyard manure (6.5t ha-1)) followed by T9 (composted coirpith (12.5t ha-1)+ 25% NPK) when compared to the control. From the present investigation it was concluded that composted coirpith, composted pressmud, farmyard manure and NPK promote the leghaemoglobin content in the nodules of black gram and cluster bean.
Keywords: Composted coirpith, Composted pressmud, Farmyard manure, Leghaemoglobin, NPK.
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Development and Nutritional analysis of Homemade snacks incorporated with garlic (Allium sativum)
Author(s):
RADHIKA AWASTHI.
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Development and Nutritional analysis of Homemade snacks incorporated with garlic (Allium sativum)
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Garlic possesses antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal properties allowing it to stand against all infections. It contains high levels of vitamin C and being identified as a serious anti-cancer food. It was earlier used in ancient cultures to physical performance of labourers. Because of its high potassium content, it can aid in absorption of essential nutrients, and help avoid digestive problems and fatigue as well. The present research was conducted with the objective to develop garlic incorporated product and to assess the nutritive value of the best acceptable product. Organoleptic evaluation was carried out using nine point hedonic scales. Nutritive values were calculated by using titration method and By Laury et al., 1951 for ascorbic acid analysis and for protein estimation respectively. The best acceptable food sample was of code B which contains 7.81g protein per 100 mg sample and 0.52mg per 100g ascorbic acid.
KEY WORDS: antibacterial, Organoleptic, acceptable, ascorbic acid.
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STATUS OF LEAD LEVELS IN DRINKING WATER AND BLOOD OF CHILDREN IN KASHMIR, INDIA
Author(s):
ASMAT RASHID , PROF. SHAFIQ- UR-REHMAN , KAISER AHMAD , MOHAMMAD ANEESUL MEHMOOD.
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STATUS OF LEAD LEVELS IN DRINKING WATER AND BLOOD OF CHILDREN IN KASHMIR, INDIA
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Lead is one of the most abundant heavy metals on earth considered as number one environmental persistent toxin and health hazard affecting millions of people round the globe. The diagnosis of lead toxicity has traditionally been based on significantly elevated blood lead levels. Therefore, the most commonly accepted and verifiable biomarker for lead exposure is measuring blood lead level. Present study was conducted in SKUAT-K, Srinagar. Data was collected from families who visited the G.B Panth Hospital, Srinagar; Department of Psychiatry, Govt. Medical College Srinagar for normal health examination. The study was approved by the Ethical Committee of Govt. Medical College, Srinagar. In order to be included in the final data analysis, participants had to fulfill the following criteria: (i) Parental consent to participate in the study, (ii) Children’s agreement to participate in the study, (iii) Participants were the residents of Kashmir, and (iv) Children of age group <12 years. Exclusion criteria were: (i) Parental dissent to participate in the study, (ii) Children’s objection, (iii) Children reported any occupational/accidental exposure to lead, and (iv) Children under any medication. For final analysis 71 subjects (42 boys and 29 girls, 2-12 years) were included in the study. Drinking water samples were also collected to check the status of lead level in drinking water. Water and blood samples were collected by standard methods and processed and analyzed for lead level estimation by Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer.
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Impact of Nutrition Education and Conselling on Nutrient Intake of Type 2 Diabetics of Different BMI Group
Author(s):
Dr.Bharti Jain , Divya Kuvera , Mathur Swati.
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Impact of Nutrition Education and Conselling on Nutrient Intake of Type 2 Diabetics of Different BMI Group
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Nutritional Counselling is important in preventing diabetes, managing existing diabetes, and preventing, or at least slowing, the rate of development of diabetes complications. It is, therefore, important at all levels of diabetes prevention. Nutritional Counselling is also an integral component of diabetes self-management education. Nutrition counselling should be sensitive to the personal needs, willingness to change, and ability to make changes of the individual with pre-diabetes or diabetes. The present study was conducted to find out theImpact of Nutrition Education and Counselling on Nutrient Intake of Type 2 Diabetics of Different BMI Group. A sample of 180 subjects was chosen for the study and were divided into two strata , stratum I consisting of subjects suffering from diabetes since the past 5 years and stratum II suffering from diabetes since the last 10 years. Obese, Normal and Underweight Diabetics were included in the study . Each category included 15 males and 15 females in both the strata. Data on nutrient intake was collected both prior and after the nutritional therapy. In both the strata before the counselling the obese subjects were consuming Energy, Carbohydrate and Fats higher than the RDA. The Energy intake was 134-164 per cent of the RDA, and the Carbohydrate was 94-133 per cent of the RDA .For the underweight subjects the consumption of all the Nutrients was inadequate in comparison to the RDA, except fat. Normal weight subjects were consuming nearly adequate amounts of all the nutrients except for Fats which was markedly higher than the RDA. Further all the BMI groups were noted to consume inadequate amount of Fibers in their daily diet. Considering the Protein intake , it was inadequate for all the BMI groups except for obese and normal where the intake was sufficiently adequate in comparison to the RDA. But after the counselling was imparted to the subjects, a significant difference was noted in the intake of all nutrients by all the subjects in both the strata. The level of nutrient intake was found to be sufficiently adequate to the recommended values for all the groups in both the strata except fats which was still consumed in amounts higher than the RDA by all the groups. The intake of carbohydrates decreased to 97 per cent in obese males and reached to the adequate values of around 100 per cent in reference to the RDA in obese females in both the strata. Also the Fiber intake increased in all the groups in both the strata. Thus the Nutritional Status in terms of Nutrient Intake was found to be sufficiently adequate after counselling as compared to prior counselling. Also it is to be mentioned that a non-significant difference was noted in consumption of all the nutrients in both the strata prior and after counselling. Thus the results of the study revealed that nutritional counsellingis highly beneficial for Diabetic patients because dietary control is very important to control blood sugar levels.
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Influence of organic manures on leghaemoglobin content in nodules of Glycine max (L.) Merril. and Vigna acontifolia (Jacq.) Marechal
Author(s):
G. Sakthivigneswari , Vijayalakshmi, A2.
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Influence of organic manures on leghaemoglobin content in nodules of Glycine max (L.) Merril. and Vigna acontifolia (Jacq.) Marechal
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An experiment was conducted at Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (India) for analyzing the effect of biocomposted corncob and coirpith on leghaemoglobin content in nodules of soybean (Glycine max) and moth bean (Vigna aconitifolia). The experiments consists of seven treatments viz., C- control, T1- compost 1 (Raw corncob composted by using Pleurotus sajor-caju (5t ha-1)), T2- compost 2 (Predigested raw corncob + Eudrilus eugeniae (5t ha-1)), T3- compost 3 (Raw corncob predigested by using Pleurotus sajor-caju and Eudrilus eugeniae (5t ha-1)), T4- compost 4 (Raw coirpith composted by using Pleurotus sajor-caju (5t ha-1)), T5- compost 5 (Predigested raw coirpith + Eudrilus eugeniae (5t ha-1)) and T6- compost 6 (Raw coirpith predigested by using Pleurotus sajor-caju and Eudrilus eugeniae (5t ha-1)). The results revealed that leghaemoglobin content was increased from 25 to 50 DAS and its goes down gradually up to 75 DAS. The treatment T6- compost 6 (Raw coirpith predigested by using Pleurotus sajor-caju and Eudrilus eugeniae (5t ha-1)) significantly increased leghaemoglobin content followed by T3 as compared to the control on 25 to 50 DAS. Hence biocomposted corncob and coirpith enhanced the leghaemoglobin content in the nodules of soybean.
KEY WORDS: leghaemoglobin, C- Control, T- Treatment, Pleurotus sajor-caju, Eudrilus eugeniae, DAS- Days After Sowing
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Kinetic Estimation of D-Sorbitol using Redox indicator reaction with Cerium (IV) in Sulphuric Acid Medium.
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Anand G.Fadnis.
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Kinetic Estimation of D-Sorbitol using Redox indicator reaction with Cerium (IV) in Sulphuric Acid Medium.
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Kinetic estimations of D-sorbitol and with cerium (IV) in sulphuric Acid Medium has been carried out after elaborating the kinetic and mechanistic features of this redox indicator reactions which can be expressed as
C6H14O6 + 2 Ce(IV) +H2O → C6 H12 O6+ 2Ce(III)+2H + + HCOOH
These reactions showed first order kinetics with respect to initial concentarations of reacting species cerium(IV), sorbitol and sulphuric acid under the experimental pseudo first order conditions.and a free radical mechanism producing D-glucose as initial reaction product.
The observed decreasing absorbance with time at different initial concentrations of respective hexitols has been used for the .kinetic estimations adopting (a) Rate constant, (b) variation of absorbance at fixed time (c) variation of time at fixed absorbance of (d) One point and (e) Two point methods using respective calibration plots .The consistency and reproducibility of these results have clearly showed these kinetic estimations of sorbitol can be used as an alternative/additional analytical method to the existing traditional estimation methods in the present day laboratory conditions and also as advance laboratory experiments/student’s projects.
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT IN SUMMER GREEN GRAM (Vigna radiata L.)
Author(s):
A. R. PATEL , D. D. PATEL , T. U. PATEL , H. M. Patel.
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT IN SUMMER GREEN GRAM (Vigna radiata L.)
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The field experiment was conducted during the summer season of the year 2013 at College Farm, N. M. College of Agriculture, Navsari Agricultural University, Navsari, Gujarat (India). The experimental soil was clay in texture, low in available nitrogen, medium in available phosphorus, medium in available sulphur and slightly alkaline in reaction. Total twelve treatment combinations consisting of three levels of inorganic fertilizer (R1: 50 per cent RDF, R2: 75 per cent RDF and R3: 100 per cent RDF i.e. 20-40-00 kg NPK/ha), two sources of organic manure (O1:FYM @ 5t/ha and O2:Biocompost @ 5t/ha) and two treatments of biofertilizers (B1: no seed inoculation, B2:rhizobium + Phosphate solubilizing bacteria (PSB) seed inoculation) were evaluated in factorial randomized block design with three replications. The results revealed that application of 100 % RDF (20-40-00 kg/ha NPK) + biocompost (5 t/ha) + dual inoculation of rhizobium and PSB is the best nutrient management option for harvesting economic seed yield of green gram.
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Soild State Fermentation of Deoiled Rice Bran for Production of fungal enzymes-A Review
Author(s):
Harjeet Kaur , Mrs. MANINDER ARORA , Mrs. SURKHA BHATIA , Mohammed Shafiq Alam.
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Soild State Fermentation of Deoiled Rice Bran for Production of fungal enzymes-A Review
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Rice bran is a rich source of nutrients and nutraceuticals, which has bio-functional properties. Deoiled rice bran, a major by-product of rice bran oil industry, is not yet efficiently utilized for human consumption due to its poor edible quality. By applying physical/chemical or enzymatic methods these fibres can be useful in promoting colonic health. Through enzymatic process, microbial conversion of deoiled rice bran into Single Cell Protein (SCP) is a practical innovative approach for protein supplementation of staple diet. Solid State Fermentation (SSF) has emerged as a potential technology for production of microbial product such as feed, food, fuel, industrial chemicals and enzymes. α- amylases and glucoamylase are most important industrial enzymes and hold maximum market share of enzyme sales having lots of potential application in food processing industries. The commercial source of α- amylases and glucoamylase are usually bacteria and filamentous fungi. This study reviews α- amylase and glucoamylase production through Solid State Fermentation using deoiled rice bran.
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EFFECT OF BYPASSFAT SUPPLEMENTATION DURING EARLY LACTATION ON MILK COMPOSITION OF CROSSBRED DAIRY COWS OF KERALA
Author(s):
chithrima seethal.c.r , Jasmine Rani.k , Banakar.P.S.
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EFFECT OF BYPASSFAT SUPPLEMENTATION DURING EARLY LACTATION ON MILK COMPOSITION OF CROSSBRED DAIRY COWS OF KERALA
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India is the highest milk producer in the world, contributing about 17% of the world production. The annual growth rate in this sector is 4% which is nearly three times that of world. As the agricultural lands are far decreasing and the human population is far increasing, our aim to improve milk output should be by way of improving productivity of animals rather than increasing the heads of bovine population. The pricing of milk throughout India is based on the fat and SNF content. During early lactation there will be a drop in both of these parameters as the production is increasing. In a state like Kerala where there is scarcity of roughage, alternative sources to address the low milk fat syndrome during early lactation are the need of the day. A study was conducted to evaluate the effect of bypass fat supplementation on milk constituents in crossbred cows in early lactation. 18 early lactating crossbred cows were selected and divided into 3 groups of 6 each. Animals in group T2 and T3 were supplemented with 200 gm. and 400 gm. bypass fat respectively for 45days.The milk fat and total solid per cent in animals supplemented with 400 g of bypass fat (T3) was higher than T2 and T1 at the end of the experiment, but the milk protein per cent was lower in both supplemented group compared to T1.
Keywords: early lactation, milk fat, milk protein, bypass fat, energy
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Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield and Quality Parameters of Baby Corn (Zea mays L.)
Author(s):
Ramandeep Kaur , Gurmeet Singh , Navtej singh.
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Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield and Quality Parameters of Baby Corn (Zea mays L.)
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A field study was carried out at the students’ research farm, Department of Agriculture, Khalsa Collge Amritsar, for two consecutive kharif seasons of 2014 and 2015. To study the effect of Integrated nutrient management (INM) on soil fertility, yield contributing characters, yield, fodder yield and quality parameters of baby corn (Zea mays). Seven treatments i.e. T1= Control, T2= 100 per cent recommended dose of N, T3 = 5 tonnes of FYM(Farm yard manure) + 100 kg inorganic N ha-1 ,T4= 10 tonnes of FYM + 75kg inorganic N ha-1 , T5= 15tonnes of FYM + 50 kg inorganic N ha-1, T6= 20tonnes of FYM + 25 kg inorganic N ha-1 , T7= 25 tonnes of FYM ha-1 replicated four times each were carried out in the plot in RBD design. Significant increase in yield and quality contributing characters(Number of days taken to baby corn formation, Number of cobs per plant, Baby corn length, Baby corn girth, Green cob weight, Baby corn weight, Baby corn yield, Green fodder yeild, TSS and protein content in baby corn) with INM over control. Moreover 5 tonnes of FYM + 100 kg inorganic N ha-1 came out to best over all other treatments.
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Effect of Organic and Inorganic Inputs on Soil Mycoflora Population and Species Diversity in Wheat.
Author(s):
RAMANDEEP KAUR , Gurbax Singh .
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Effect of Organic and Inorganic Inputs on Soil Mycoflora Population and Species Diversity in Wheat.
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Fungal communities associated with soil play an important role in nutrient cycle, supporting plant growth and the biocontrol of plant diseases. This paper has analysed the effect of organic and inorganic inputs on soil mycoflora population and species diversity in Wheat of student’s farm of Khalsa College, Amritsar and a comparative study between these locations. Identification and characterization was done by the help of standard protocols. All total 26 numbers of fungal species have observed during the studies. The Aspergillus shows as the dominant mycoflora in both the location. Six species have found in Aspergillus group i.e. A. niger, A. fumigatus, A. japonicus and A. clavatus. In all locations almost same fungal species were found, but vary in their percentage of occurrence.
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ANTIOXIDATIVE RESPONSE IN RABI SORGHUM UNDER MOISTURE STRESS
Author(s):
Shaikh Riyajakhtar Suleman , Dr. R. W. Bharud , Dr. A. A. Kale , Dr. D. V. Deshmukh.
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ANTIOXIDATIVE RESPONSE IN RABI SORGHUM UNDER MOISTURE STRESS
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Drought stress is one of the major abiotic stresses in agriculture worldwide. This study was carried out to investigate the effect of moisture stress on antioxidative response in rabi sorghum, in ten genotypes of rabi sorghum. A field experiment with three irrigation regimes viz; moisture stress condition with irrigation applied at the time of sowing, terminal stress condition with irrigation applied at the time of sowing and panicle initiation stage and non stress condition with irrigation applied at various critical growth stages was carried out in a split plot design with three replications. Seeds were grown separately under three moisture regimes Antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase, guiacol peroxidase and catalase were significantly increased under moisture stress condition at 50% flowering as well as at dough stage. Among the genotypes, RSV 1572 and variety Phule Anuradha recorded highest SOD, CAT and GPX activity under moisture stress condition at both stages. Increased activity of antioxidant enzymes will be helpful to detoxify reactive oxygen species generated due to moisture stress. Therefore, RSV 1572 and Phule Anuradha may be used for boosting up further breeding programme.
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Evaluation of the antiinflammatory activity of field grown plant and Callus Extracts of Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.F.Thoms under in vitro conditions.
Author(s):
Shanthi Vellaiyappan .
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Evaluation of the antiinflammatory activity of field grown plant and Callus Extracts of Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.F.Thoms under in vitro conditions.
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The investigation is aimed to carry out the anti inflammatory activity of ethanol extracts of field grown leaf and leaf derived callus of Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.F.Thoms (Menispermaceae).Callus was initiated from the leaf explants of Tinospora cordifolia cultured on MS medium supplemented with auxins and cytokinins alone and in combinations. In the case of leaf derived callus, maximum biomass was recorded on medium containing 2,4-D, NAA and BAP combination. Leaf and leaf derived callus extracts were screened for active principles. Berberine an isoquinoline alkaloid is present in Tinospora cordifolia. Berberine content of callus was improved by imposing abiotic stress on their growth. Salt stress (high conc. of NaCl) showed more response compared to other stresses such as light stress (darkness for 16 h) and temperature stress. Ethanol extracts of leaf derived callus grown under salt stress and field grown leaf were used to analyze their anti inflammatory potential under in vitro conditions. It has been observed that the callus extract of leaves show more berberine content and revealed better anti inflammatory activity as compared to in vivo plant leaf extract.
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Assessment of surface and ground water for irrigational purposes
Author(s):
Shamsul Haq , Shoukat Ara , Syed Maqbool Geelani , Asma Absar Bhatti , Rouf Ahmad Bhat , Sartaj Ahmad Ganaie , Ishrat Bashir , Mohammad Aneesul Mehmood , Moonisa Aslam Dervesh , Mir Awsaaf Ahmad.
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Assessment of surface and ground water for irrigational purposes
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To assess the quality of surface and ground water for their irrigation potential, fifteen samples of each irrigation source were collected and were analysed for pH, Electrical conductivity (EC), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), sodium (Na), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), carbonate (CO32-), bicarbonate (HCO3-), chloride (Cl), sulphate (SO42-) and SAR. Chemically gound water was found to be more mineralized than surface water. Based on EC and SAR values all the samples were found within low salinity class and hence were found fit for irrigation purposes. The values indicate that ground water in the study area is the best alternative source of irrigation water for the crops and will certainly enhance the crops yield as compared to the surface water.
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Stem Rot, a new disease of Valeriana jatamansi in the Sub-Himalayan zone of Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India
Author(s):
Sibdas Baskey , Satyajit Hembrom , Sajeed Ali , Binoy Raj Sharma , Biplab Tudu , Soumendra Chakraborty.
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Stem Rot, a new disease of Valeriana jatamansi in the Sub-Himalayan zone of Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India
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A new stem rot disease is found to occur naturally on Valeriana jatamansi plants in greenhouses at Hill Campus of U.B.K.V. Kalimpong,Darjeeling. In order to identify its pathogen, we conducted a fungal series of isolation and purification, plant reinoculation, and ascus and ascospore induction from the sclerotia. The isolate caused typical water-soaked lesions after reinoculation and produced sclerotia both on Valeriana plants and culture medium plates, and the sclerotia could be induced to produce discal apothecia and 8 binucleate ascospores per ascus. These disease symptom and fungal morphology data revealed that the fungus Sclerotinia sclerotiorum (Lib.) de Bary was the pathogen for valeriana stem rot. Taking all these data together, we concluded that the fungus that caused the valeriana stem rot is S. sclerotiorum (Lib.) de Bary. This is the first report that valeriana jatamansi is naturally infected by S. sclerotiorum.
Key Word: Medicinal plant, Valeriana jatamansi, Stem rot, Sclerotinia sclerotiorum ,Disease, Identification
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POPULATION DENSITY OF Spodoptera litura FAB. (LEPIDOPTERA: NOCTUIDAE) ON SIX VARIETIES OF CABBAGE UNDER NEW ALLUVIAL ZONE OF WEST BENGAL
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Rabin Mandi , Sibdas Baskey.
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POPULATION DENSITY OF Spodoptera litura FAB. (LEPIDOPTERA: NOCTUIDAE) ON SIX VARIETIES OF CABBAGE UNDER NEW ALLUVIAL ZONE OF WEST BENGAL
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The studies of population dynamics of cabbage head borer on six different varieties of cabbage namely (Pluto, NS-183, Green Express, Pan-1181, Mohar F1 and Rare Ball) were carried out at the Central Research Farm, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Gayeshpur, Nadia, West Bengal. Observations on the incidence and population dynamics of S. litura (Fab.) for two years (2008-09 and 2009-10) on six cabbage varieties revealed that the pest remained active on the crops for a long period (1st SW to 17th SW) and maximum population of S. litura (Fab.) were found during 10th to 13th SW. Among the six varieties, Pluto and Mohar F1 were less susceptible while Green Express and Rare Ball were more susceptible to S. litura.
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Suitability of locally available substrates for cultivation of pink oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eous (Berk.) Sacc.)
Author(s):
Arathy R H , Lulu Das.
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Suitability of locally available substrates for cultivation of pink oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eous (Berk.) Sacc.)
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Pleurotus is a genus of gilled mushrooms which includes one of the most widely eaten mushrooms. The selected species for the present study, Pleurotus eous ,commonly known as pink oyster mushroom can be easily identified by the pinkish tints of the pileus and the small narrow spores. The main objective of the present study was to find out the suitability of locally available substances as substrates for the cultivation of Pleurotus eous. Seven different substances were selected and they were paddy straw, spent mushroom substrate, banana pseudostem, saw dust, coir pith compost, sugarcane bagasse and coconut leaf stalk. The biological efficiency of all the seven substrates were also analysed. Pinheads were first produced by the coir pith compost (12 days), and maximum was for saw dust. Maximum number of sporocarps were produced when paddy straw was used as the substrate. Total yield was highest for the substrate banana pseudostem followed by paddy straw. In coconut leaf stalk and sugarcane bagasse dense mycelial growth was observed, but fruiting body formation was absent. Highest biological efficiency was obtained for banana pseudostem (105.8), followed by paddy straw (92.6). In terms of yield banana pseudostem is the best substrate
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Green synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Datura metel leaves extract
Author(s):
K.Muthu , K. Banupriya.
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Green synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Datura metel leaves extract
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In the present paper, green synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles (Ag NPs) was performed from aqueous silver nitrate using the reducing agents of Datura metel L., leaves extract of partition aqueous fraction. The change of color from colorless to dark brown was visually identifying the formation of Ag NPs. The synthesized Ag NPs were characterized by UV-vis spectrophotometer, FTIR spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses. From the UV-vis absorption of the wavelength region at 450nm was confirm the synthesis of Ag NPs. FTIR spectrum results to indicates the presence of phytochemical functional groups to capping the NPs. XRD analysis of Ag NPs, the four peaks were identified by face centered cubic structure of the nanoparticles. The mean sizes of nanoparticles were calculated by Debye-Schrrer equation
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BIOEFFICACY OF Bacillus subtilis AGAINST FOLIAR FUNGAL DISEASES OF TOMATO
Author(s):
Shripad Kulkarni , Basamma , R. H. .
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BIOEFFICACY OF Bacillus subtilis AGAINST FOLIAR FUNGAL DISEASES OF TOMATO
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Pot culture experiment was conducted during kharif 2014 to study the efficacy and growth promoting ability of Bacillus subtilis against powdery mildew (Leviellula taurica) and early blight (Alternaria solani ) of tomato. In pot culture experiment B. subtilis tested for its bioefficacy against early blight and powdery mildew diseases of tomato through different methods viz., seed treatment, seedling dip, foliar spray and soil application method. In seed treatment method, treatment involving B. subtilis at 8 g/kg of seed was most superior in promoting the growth and reducing the disease severity compared to other treatments. In seedling dip method, B. subtilis at 15 g/l of water recorded maximum number of branches, fruits and fruit weight per plant followed by B. subtilis at 10g/l when compared to other treatments. The results of present investigation revealed that foliar spray of B. subtilis at 10g/l of water sprayed for four times at 15,40, 65and 90 DAS recorded the less disease severity and also promote growth of the plants. In soil application method, combined application of FYM (50 g) + B. subtilis (4.00 g)/ pot was the best followed by neem cake (25 g) + B. subtilis (4.0 g)/ pot when compared to other treatments. Among all the methods foliar spray method was the most effective in reducing the disease severity of powdery mildew and early blight whereas, soil application of bioagent with organic amendments had increased growth of plant.
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Performance of blood flow through two phase stenosed artery using Herschel-Bulkley model
Author(s):
Sapna Ratan Shah , S.U. Siddiqui , Anuradha Singh.
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Performance of blood flow through two phase stenosed artery using Herschel-Bulkley model
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This paper presents the study of blood flow through stenosed artery by assuming the blood as a two fluid model with the suspension of all the erythrocytes in the core region as a non-Newtonian fluid and the plasma in the peripheral layer as a Newtonian fluid. The non-Newtonian fluid in the core region of the artery is assumed as a Herschel-Bulkley fluid. Perturbation technique is used to obtain the analytic expression for wall shear stress, plug core radius, volumetric flow rate, and velocity profile. The blood flow velocity deviates with the various parameter such as shape of stenosis, non- Newtonian behavior parameter, radius of plug core ө, A, z and time etc. and this deviation of flow velocity can be reregulated by a proper use of model. It is found that the blood velocity decreases with the radial distribution for any given value of m. The ultimate numerical solution of the flow rate and wall shear stress for different values of blood flow characteristics (n, m, r, ө, δ, A) are discussed through the graph. The physical interpretation of obtain expression is shown in the present paper for the better understanding of the problem and in biomedical and bioengineering field.
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CONSUMPTION OF INSECTS AS FOOD IN THREE VILLAGES OF NORTH WEST DISTRICT, BOTSWANA
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John Cassius Moreki , Sethunya Obatre.
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CONSUMPTION OF INSECTS AS FOOD IN THREE VILLAGES OF NORTH WEST DISTRICT, BOTSWANA
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This study investigated the consumption of edible insects in Nxaraga, Sehithwa and Shorobe villages of the North West district of Botswana. Information was gathered using a structured questionnaire which was administered to 60 respondents across the three villages and also through direct observation. A total of six insect species were identified belonging to six families and four orders (i.e., Coleoptera, Isoptera, Lepidoptera and Orthoptera) with the two most consumed orders being Lepidoptera and Coleoptera. Carebara vidua F. Smith (33.3%) was the most consumed followed by Sternocera orissa Buq. (21.7%), Agrius convolvuli L. (15.0%), Oryctes boas Fabr. (13.3%), Imbrasia belina Westwood (10.0%) and Locusta migratoria (6.7%). The study revealed that insects were abundant during and/or immediately after the rainy season. This implies that insects can be harvested and preserved during the time of abundance to maximize their utilization in meeting the human protein needs. The common methods of collecting insects were hand picking, trapping and digging. Insects were prepared for consumption by boiling, frying or roasting. Insects were used for consumption (52%) and sale (48%). Entomophagy is a source of food and income indicating that it plays an important in the rural economy.
Key words: Botswana; edible insects; entomophagy; food, income; livelihoods
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Maximization of Revenue by using the concept of differentiation
Author(s):
Dr.R.Umamaheshwar Rao.
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Maximization of Revenue by using the concept of differentiation
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The aim of this presentation is to explore the knowledge of revenue maximization with the help of second derivative test, is a part of classical optimization techniques applied to the general problems occurred in real time.
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Prevention of Mastitis in Dairy cattle’s at Wayand District, Kerala, South India using “Herbalism”
Author(s):
Dinesh M.D , DINESH M.D , Ayona George , Athira Vijayan , C.C.Divya , Jyothi Sathyan , K.M.Susmitha , sruthy K.P , Athira P.S , Dr.S. Meenatchisundaram .
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Prevention of Mastitis in Dairy cattle’s at Wayand District, Kerala, South India using “Herbalism”
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Based on oral literature collectively from dairy farmers in Wayanad Disrict, medicinal plants collected from in and around Wayand region. Milk samples are collected from infected cows and the organisms were isolated and identified as Escherichia coli, Klebsiella and Staphylococcus aureus. Inhibitory properties of aqueous extracts of 7 different plant species were tested against Escherichia coli, Klebsiella and Staphylococcus aureus. The determination of the antibacterial activity by agar well diffusion method and 4 plants extracts tested exhibited antibacterial activity against all the isolates. Inhibitory properties of combined aqueous extracts also tested against isolates and showed antibacterial activity against the isolates. On Phytochemical screening indicated the presence of some bacteriocidal compounds which inhibit the growth of isolates from mastitis milk samples.
Key words: mastitis, aqueous extracts, phytochemical screening.
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HEAT USE, HELIO -THERMAL USE AND RADIATION USE EFFIENCY OF BT COTTON UNDER RAINFED CONDITIOND OF ANDRAPRADESH
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M. RATNAM , S.RAJAMANI.
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HEAT USE, HELIO -THERMAL USE AND RADIATION USE EFFIENCY OF BT COTTON UNDER RAINFED CONDITIOND OF ANDRAPRADESH
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A field experiment was carried out during kharif, 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 on clay soils of Regional Agricultural Research Station, Lam, Guntur. The experiment consists of six dates of sowing windows viz., 2 FN of July, 1 FN of Aug, 2FN of Aug, 1 FN of Sept, 2 FN of Sept and 1 FN of Oct to know the heat use efficiency, heliothermal use efficiency and radiation use efficiency of Bt. cotton (NCS-145) in Krishna agro climatic zone of Andhra Pradesh. The results indicated that the Bt. cotton sown on 2nd FN of July has received maximum heat use efficiency, heliothermal use efficiency and radiation use efficiency (131.55 MJm-2) and consequently resulted in to maximum seed cotton yield (2510 kgha-1) followed by crop sown on 1st FN of August with a yield of 1820 kgha-1. Statically significant correlation was found between radiation use efficiency and seed cotton yield of Bt. cotton under rainfed conditions of Andhra Pradesh.
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Effect of Some Plant Growth Regulators on Regenerative Potential of Nodal Explants of Uraria picta (Jacq.) DC.
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Shivani Verma , B. D. Vashistha.
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Effect of Some Plant Growth Regulators on Regenerative Potential of Nodal Explants of Uraria picta (Jacq.) DC.
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Effect of some plant growth regulators have been studied on the regenerative potential of nodal explants of Uraria picta (Jacq.) DC. under in vitro conditions. Multiple shoots were induced on Murashige and Skoog’s medium supplemented with varying concentrations of auxins (IAA, NAA, 2, 4-D, IBA) and cytokinins (BAP, KN) individually as well as in various combinations. The maximum number of shoots were induced on MS medium fortified with BAP (1.0 mg/l) and IAA (1.0 mg/l) in combination. The maximum average shoot length (3.5cm) was observed on BAP (1.0 mg/l). Root induction on in vitro generated shoots was achieved on half-strength MS medium supplemented with IBA (1.0mg/l). The in vitro raised plantlets were acclimatized successfully to pots containing a mixture of autoclaved soil, sand and compost in 2:1:1 ratio with 70% survival.
Abbreviations: BAP, 6-Benzyl aminopurine; KN, Kinetin, IAA, Indole-3-acetic acid; IBA, Indole-3-butyric acid; NAA, Naphthalene acetic acid; 2, 4-D, 2, 4-Dichlorophenoxy acetic acid.
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Maximum Entropy (MaxEnt) modelling approach for predicting potential climate suitable locations of popular banana varieties in India: I. Poovan (AAB)
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N. Sivaraj , K Rameash , B Sarath Babu.
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Maximum Entropy (MaxEnt) modelling approach for predicting potential climate suitable locations of popular banana varieties in India: I. Poovan (AAB)
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Maximum Entropy modelling approach for predicting the potential climate suitable region for the sustainable cultivation of Poovan banana variety described in this article for the present and future climate (2050) scenario.
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Mapping the Climate Suitability Using Maximum Entropy Modelling Approach for Red banana Cultivation in India.
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DR N SIVARAJ , Dr K Rameash , Dr B Sarath Babu.
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Mapping the Climate Suitability Using Maximum Entropy Modelling Approach for Red banana Cultivation in India.
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Ecological niche modelling or Predictive habitat for cultivation framework for Red Banana (AAA), an important prized variety occurring in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Gujarat, Chattisgarh state has been analyzed using Maximum Entropy method for present and future climatic conditions. The generated MaxEnt model indicated that the entire coastal belt of Tamil Nadu, Western Ghats region, Parts of Gujarat, Chattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar would be the ideal climate suitable locations for the cultivation of red banana variety in 2050. In-situ, on-farm conservation and other genetic resources management of Red banana variety could be taken up accordingly, in future in the identified areas in the light of climate change.
