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THE ROLE OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS IN POLICY FORMATION: INVESTIGATING THE INTERACTIONS BETWEEN GOVERNMENT DECISIONS AND MARKET DYNAMICS Revi Sesario; Mahamat Saleh; Putu Fajar Kartika Lestari
Techno Agriculturae Studium of Research Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/agriculturae.v3i3.3934

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Agricultural systems operate within complex economic environments shaped by government interventions, market forces, global trade dynamics, and food security concerns. Increasing market volatility, climate-related disruptions, resource constraints, and evolving consumer demands have intensified the need for effective agricultural policies capable of balancing economic efficiency, social welfare, and sustainable development objectives. Agricultural economics has emerged as a critical discipline that provides analytical tools for understanding market behavior and supporting evidence-based policymaking. This study aims to examine the role of agricultural economics in policy formation and to investigate the interactions between government decisions and agricultural market dynamics. A qualitative research design based on a systematic literature review and comparative policy analysis was employed. Data were collected from peer-reviewed journal articles, policy reports, governmental publications, and institutional documents published between 2010 and 2025. Findings indicate that agricultural economics significantly contributes to policy effectiveness by improving resource allocation, evaluating policy alternatives, anticipating market responses, and reducing unintended economic distortions. Policy consistency, institutional capacity, market responsiveness, and information availability emerged as key factors influencing the relationship between government interventions and market outcomes. Evidence further demonstrates that agricultural markets actively adapt to policy changes through adjustments in production decisions, investment behavior, and resource utilization. The study concludes that agricultural economics functions as a strategic bridge between public policy objectives and market realities, enabling governments to formulate more adaptive, efficient, and evidence-based policies capable of promoting agricultural competitiveness, food security, and sustainable rural development.
THE USE OF RECOMBINANT DNA TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE BETA-CAROTENE CONTENT IN CASSAVA (GOLDEN CASSAVA) Sonia Abakar; Fatima Ali; Mahamat Saleh
Techno Agriculturae Studium of Research Vol. 2 No. 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/agriculturae.v2i6.2965

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Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a staple crop widely grown in tropical regions, providing a major source of carbohydrates. However, its nutritional content is limited, particularly in essential micronutrients such as provitamin A. Beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, plays a critical role in human health, particularly in preventing vitamin A deficiency, which is prevalent in many developing countries. Enhancing beta-carotene content in cassava could significantly improve its nutritional value and address public health concerns related to micronutrient malnutrition. The objective of this study is to use recombinant DNA technology to genetically engineer cassava varieties with enhanced beta-carotene content, creating what is commonly referred to as “Golden Cassava.”This research employed genetic transformation techniques, specifically Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, to introduce genes responsible for the biosynthesis of beta-carotene into cassava. Candidate genes, including those from the daffodil and maize, were selected to enhance the carotenoid biosynthesis pathway. Transgenic cassava plants were developed, and molecular analysis, including PCR and Southern blotting, was used to confirm the presence and integration of the introduced genes. Beta-carotene content in the transgenic plants was measured using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The results showed that the genetically modified cassava plants exhibited a significant increase in beta-carotene content compared to the wild-type varieties. The transgenic lines demonstrated enhanced nutritional quality without affecting other agronomic traits. In conclusion, recombinant DNA technology has proven to be an effective tool for biofortifying cassava with beta-carotene. This approach offers a promising strategy for addressing vitamin A deficiency and improving the nutritional value of cassava in regions where it is a major food source.
AGROECOLOGY IN ACTION: DESIGNING FARMING SYSTEMS THAT BALANCE ECOLOGICAL INTEGRITY AND AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY Fatima Ali; Mahamat Saleh; Nadia Assingar
Techno Agriculturae Studium of Research Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/agriculturae.v3i1.3612

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Agroecology has emerged as a transformative approach to address the growing challenges of environmental degradation, climate variability, and declining sustainability in conventional agricultural systems. Intensive farming practices have often prioritized short-term productivity at the expense of ecological integrity, leading to soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and reduced system resilience. This study aims to analyze how agroecological principles can be operationalized in the design of farming systems that simultaneously maintain ecological integrity and enhance agricultural productivity. The research employed a mixed-methods approach combining field-based comparative analysis of agroecological and conventional farming systems, ecological assessments, and secondary data review. Key indicators included crop yield, soil health parameters, biodiversity indices, input-use efficiency, and ecosystem service provision. The results indicate that agroecological farming systems achieved comparable or higher productivity levels than conventional systems while significantly improving soil quality, biodiversity, and resource-use efficiency. Enhanced ecological interactions, such as nutrient cycling and biological pest regulation, contributed to system stability and reduced dependency on external inputs. The study concludes that agroecology provides a viable framework for designing resilient farming systems capable of balancing productivity with ecological sustainability. Adoption of agroecological practices represents a strategic pathway toward sustainable food systems, ecosystem conservation, and long-term agricultural resilience.
SAVING THE WORLD IN DNA: RECENT PROGRESS IN DNA STORAGE TECHNOLOGY IN 2026 Sonia Abakar; Brahim Gaba; Mahamat Saleh
Journal of Computer Science Advancements Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jsca.v3i3.3336

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The exponential expansion of the global datasphere is rapidly outpacing the physical and environmental capacity of silicon-based storage media. This study investigates the efficacy of a novel “dynamic-corrective” enzymatic synthesis architecture to address the critical cost and latency bottlenecks hindering the commercial adoption of DNA data storage. Utilizing a quantitative “bits-to-molecules-to-bits” experimental framework, we benchmarked an engineered Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase (TdT) protocol against traditional phosphoramidite chemistry, encoding a 10-terabyte heterogeneous dataset protected by hybrid LDPC-fountain codes. Empirical results demonstrate that the enzymatic system achieved a sustained write latency of 250 milliseconds per nucleotide and a synthesis cost of $0.05 per megabyte, representing a 70,000-fold reduction over chemical baselines. The system maintained a high logical density of 3.6 bits per nucleotide with 100% data recovery, while silica encapsulation proved stability equivalent to 500 years of aging. We definitively conclude that 2026-era enzymatic synthesis has matured into a scalable industrial solution, validating DNA as a robust, zero-energy archival medium essential for decarbonizing the future of global information infrastructure.