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Bee Keeping; An Alternative Source of Income Generation Umaru R; Ronald A. W
African Multidisciplinary Journal of Sciences and Artificial Intelligence Vol 1 No 1 (2024): African Multidisciplinary Journal of Sciences and Artificial Intelligence
Publisher : Darul Yasin Al Sys

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/amjsai.v1i1.3522

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This study underscores Bee Keeping as an Alternative Source of Income Generation which involves construction of beehive and apiculture management practices. The result of this work covers the period of four (4) years. The results showed that the price of honey increases every year (2021; #2000, 2022; #2500, 2023; #3000 and 2024; # 4500 per litre. For the four years covered, a total of 219 litres were harvested and sold for the sum of #593,500. Beekeeping has many advantages aside financial or economic gains. Bees pollinate numerous species of plants, thus contributing immensely to agricultural production, cross breeding and the conservation of biological diversity. It generates income for the beekeepers. Apiculture requires little resources to set-up using local materials. It is less demanding, therefore, neither competes for time or other agricultural enterprises for land or space. It is not labour intensive and easy to keep. Apiculture is lucrative business and can be an alternative source of income for civil servants and others. It is a suitable enterprise for poverty reduction. It is compactable for all sexes, age and social status. The results of this work recommends that, both the government and non-governmental organisations need to embark on massive awareness campaigns toward bringing the improved methods to the poor majority of Nigerians, and appropriate policymaking to encourage and protect the apiculture business as this is a relatively new field in Nigeria.
Comparative Analysis of Snail Growth using Different Local Feeds Mamman G. S; Umaru R
African Multidisciplinary Journal of Sciences and Artificial Intelligence Vol 1 No 1 (2024): African Multidisciplinary Journal of Sciences and Artificial Intelligence
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/amjsai.v1i1.3533

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This study aimed at comparing growth performance, establishing different locally available feeds and determine the most efficient among the feedstuff for snail using four different feeds (Moringa oleifera leaves, Carica papaya leaves, Citrillus lanatus peels and broiler starter mash for 16 weeks at the Forest Institute of Nigeria (FRIN). Forty (40) Archachatina marginata (African Snail) of 8 weeks were used for the study. The snails were randomly divided into groups of 10 snails each. The groups were randomly assigned to 3 local diets and a concentrate (manufactured feed) in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD). The snails were housed in motor tyres and each was half filled with hot water-treated loamy soil 5cm depth .The soil was moistened two times daily by sprinkling of tap water. Pits were made round the tyres, filled with water mixed with condemned motor engine oil to scare away or trap ants and insects on entering the tyres to avoid disturbance. Feeds and water were provided throughout the study period which lasted for 16 weeks. Other management practices such as removing the leftover food, changing of water, removal of excreta were observed. The performance of the Archachatina marginata was assessed on the basis of weight gained, shell length and shell width. These parameters were measured using weighing balance and venier caliper. The Archachatina marginata treated with water melon peels showed better performance than other in terms of shell length (13.62 ± 0.31a) while the ones treated with concentrate were weightier (94.40 ± 1.07a). For circumference of the snail, the snails fed with concentrate performed better (32.36 ± 0.99), followed by 30.00 ± 0.92, 28.28 ± 0.35 and 25.32 ± 0.48 respectively. Similarly, significant weight difference(p<0.05) was noticed with the highest found in the snails treated with water melon peel (94.40 ± 1.07a) followed by Carica papaya leaves (87.00 ± 1.37b), followed by concentrate (80.00 ± 1.41c) then, Moringa oleifera leaves (74.40 ± 2.29d). It is recommended that, more natural feeds be experimented in feeding snails to test for growth and reproduction and government should sensitize and empower local farmers for snail farming.
Efficiency of Bio-Extracts on Bacterial Fruit Blotch of Watermelon Varieties as Affected by Climatic Changes, Growth, and Yield Parameters at Ardo Kola in 2020 and 2021 Aji P. O; Tunwari B. A; Madinatu Y; Umaru R; Olawuyi P. O; Yunusa A. Y
Kwaghe International Journal of Sciences and Technology Vol 2 No 3 (2025): Kwaghe International Journal of Sciences and Technology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/kijst.v2i3.7701

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Bacterial fruit blotch (BFB), caused by Acidovorax citrulli, is a highly destructive disease that significantly reduces watermelon yield and quality under favorable environmental conditions. This study assessed the effectiveness of selected bio-extracts (Neem oil, Garlic oil, Jatropha oil, and their combinations) and varietal responses in managing BFB incidence, growth performance, and yield of watermelon in Ardo Kola, Taraba State, during the 2020 and 2021 cropping seasons. Field trials were conducted using a randomized complete block design with three replications. Data were collected on disease incidence, number of leaves, and fruit yield. Results showed that Neem oil and Streptomycin treatments significantly reduced BFB incidence compared to the untreated control. Among the tested varieties, Kaolack consistently recorded the highest yield, outperforming Local and Sweet Sangariax varieties. Year-to-year climatic variations influenced both disease severity and yield outcomes; notably, 2021 experienced lower disease incidence and higher yields due to more favorable rainfall distribution and lower humidity. The study concludes that integrating bio-extract applications with strategic varietal selection offers an eco-friendly and effective approach for managing BFB in watermelon production, particularly under variable climatic conditions.
Co-Authors Aji P. O Madinatu Y Mamman G. S Olawuyi P. O Ronald A. W Tunwari B. A Yunusa A. Y