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International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources (IJFANRES)
Published by FANRes-Network
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27224066     DOI : https://doi.org/10.46676/ij-fanres
Core Subject : Agriculture,
IJ-FANRes is an international and cross-disciplinary scholarly and scientific open access, open-source journal on the science and technology of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources. Our aim is to encourage Professors, Researchers, and Students to publish their experimental and theoretical research, along with the full set of schematics, and methodological aspects to accelerated and rapid dissemination of leading edge technologies emerging in Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources. The journal publishes original research and review papers. Particularly the journal is focused on the following areas: • Food Engineering and Processing • Microbiology • Industrial crops and Products • Sensors, instrumentation / Internet of Things(IoT) • Modelling / Optimization • GIS / Remote Sensing • Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning • Spectroscopy • Contamination mitigation and prevention • Irrigation • Agronomy • Socio-Economics • Supply/Value-Chain • Food, feed and fiber process Other areas not mentioned above also accepted as long as they provide Science and technology solutions supporting the fields of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources.
Articles 255 Documents
Quantification of vermicompost with nitrogen equivalence ratio on soil chemical properties and onion (Allium cepa L.) production in North Western Amhara Region Ethiopia Addis, Zelalem; Amare, Tadele; Feyisa, Tesfaye
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 5, No 4 (2024): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.402

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The experiment was conducted to determine the effects of vermicompost with equivalent nitrogen ratios on soil chemical properties and onion production in Northwestern Ethiopia. The experiment comprised six treatment levels: Control, Recommended Nitrogen, 75% Recommended Nitrogen + 25% Vermicompost, 50% Recommended Nitrogen + 50% Vermicompost, 25% Recommended Nitrogen + 75% Vermicompost, and 100% Vermicompost. These were arranged in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications. Data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) via SAS software. The results showed that vermicompost combined with nitrogen affected the yield components of onions. However, soil properties, except for Total Nitrogen (TN) and Organic Carbon (OC), were not significantly affected by the treatments. The application of 50% vermicompost with 50% nitrogen resulted in the highest bulb yield (23.6 t/ha) compared to the control. Therefore, for a quick improvement in yield, applying 50% vermicompost with 50% nitrogen can be preferable in the study area and areas with similar agro-ecological conditions to achieve the highest net benefit.
Introduction of a siphon pump for large-scale irrigation in East Belesa district, Ethiopia Alemayehu, Atikilt Abera; Desalegn, Melkie; Hunie, Melaku
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 5, No 4 (2024): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.343

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Ethiopia's food supply and economy in general are largely dependent on rain-fed agriculture, which is persistently affected by drought. To counteract the recurrent drought, different water harvesting and irrigation schemes were constructed. Similarly, Dengora Earth dam was constructed in East Belesa district in central Gondar, Ethiopia. However, the dam was not functional for a long time due to the silting of the bottom sediment and water outlets. Therefore, the study aimed to transfer water over the dam crest using a low-cost siphon pump for large-scale irrigation. As a result, three siphon pumps with a diameter of three inches were installed. The discharge capacity of one siphon pump in a given reservoir is about 20.80 l/s. In reverse, the motor pump works for about 10 hours with an average fuel consumption of 35 litres per day. The technology was evaluated based on costs, efficiencies, and technical requirements through the wide participation of stakeholders. The siphon pump was selected and well accepted by the beneficiaries, and their feedback was gathered as the technology could be scaled to irrigate more areas without fuel and related costs. Therefore, a siphon pump is feasible for Dengora Earth Dam and similar reservoirs.
Effect of Steam Treatment on The Shelf Life of Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum L.) Fruits Balogun, Olalekan Topsy; Abiola, Aborisade Titilope; Modupe, Akomolafe Olatunji
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 5, No 4 (2024): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.375

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The effect of heating harvested fruits before storage varies depending on factors such as the fruit cultivar, heating method, and storage conditions. In this research, tomato fruits at different maturity stages were treated with steam and then stored at 28°C. Mature-green stage fruits heated at 55°C for 10 and 30 minutes showed no signs of rot for 24 days. Breaker-stage fruits heated at 55°C for 10 and 20 minutes, as well as at 60°C for 10 minutes, remained disease-free during storage. Heating at 55°C for 30 minutes enhanced the colour development of mature-green fruits, and the same effect was observed for breaker-stage fruits heated at 55°C and 60°C for 20 minutes. However, steam treatment did not effectively protect red-ripe fruits, as they decayed faster than the control group. Significant heat injury was observed only in breaker stage fruits heated for 20 and 30 minutes at 55°C, and 10 and 30 minutes at 60°C. The fungi causing decay isolated from diseased fruits were Fusarium oxysporum, Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, Rhizopus stolonifer, Geotrichum candidum, and Aspergillus niger.
Characterization and classification of saline/sodic soils of Coba area of non-irrigated farmlands in Golina Watershed in Raya Valley, Amhara Region, Ethiopia mengesha, merse; W, Lemma; Solomon, T
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.357

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The soil in the Coba area of the Golina watershed at Raya Kobo Valley contains various soluble salts and exchangeable sodium, magnesium, potassium, and calcium. However, excessive concentrations of these elements can affect soil processes and plant growth, with the impact varying based on concentration levels and plant types. To study the salt-affected soils in the area, we excavated one profile from non-irrigated fields and collected ten soil samples at 20 cm intervals in a two-meter profile. The samples were analyzed for chemical properties such as pH, soluble cations and anions, electrical conductivity, exchangeable cations (Ca, Mg, Na, and K), total nitrogen, organic carbon, available phosphorus, exchangeable sodium percentage, sodium absorption ratio, as well as physical characteristics such as soil color, texture, bulk density, and porosity. The analysis revealed that the non-irrigated soil profile had a pH of 7.4 to 8.5, electrical conductivity of 3.1 to 9.7 dsm-1, organic carbon of 0.4 to 1.5%, total nitrogen of 0.09 to 0.27%, available phosphorus of 25 to 46.5 mg kg-1, and a cation exchange capacity of 48.7 to 57.2 cmol (+) kg-1. Considering the top layers of the soil responsible for agricultural purposes, the electrical conductivity, exchangeable sodium percentage, and pH values indicate that the soil can be classified as saline-sodic soil for non-irrigated farmland.
Assessment of seed quality and identifying sources of contaminants for maize seed across seed generations accessed through different seed source in Northwest Amhara. Anbes, Tilaye; Abebe, Dereje; Elmihun, Melkamu; Asredie, Semagn; Ewenetu, Wasihune; Chanie, Yematew
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.407

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Genetic purity is one of the quality criteria required for successful seed production of maize. In hybrid seed production, genetic purity can be contaminated by outcrossing from other varieties or events of inbreeding.  The objectives of the study are to clearly put sources of contaminants at each seed class level and suggest possible recommendations to maintain seed quality and to test the physical and physiological quality parameters of each seed classes. A multistage sampling technique was applied for this survey study. Total sample size of 160 households from all districts was interviewed and both qualitative and quantitative data was generated on constraints of hybrid maize production in western Amhara region. Filed inspection of maize seed production fields was done. Moreover, seed samples were collected from, company one, company two, company three and company four. Seed quality testing was carried out at Adet agricultural research center seed laboratory in 2021 for the collected samples. Mean percentages of quality parameters were computed and used for comparing the formal seed sources. The survey study indicated that maize seed production in the districts is constrained by a variety of related factors; the most important constraints are insufficient supply, delayed delivery, unavailability of preferred variety. The field inspection showed the presence of contaminants of maize seed at parental lines (inbred lines) and hybrid seed production. Seed samples of SC-22 parental lines collected from company two and company one showed standard germination of 30.25 and 76.5%, respectively. The laboratory test indicated that majority of seed samples from different seed sources met the minimum requirements for hybrid maize seed standards.
Effect of Porang Glucomannan Flour Formulation on the Characteristics of the Edible Coating Solution and The Quality of Manalagi Apples during Storage Rusdianto, Andrew Setiawan; Amilia, Winda; Puspitania, Dewi Arum
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.346

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Manalagi apples are an agricultural product that is easily damaged. Damage that occurs to Manalagi apples can be inhibited with an edible coating. The edible coating is a coating on the surface of fruit that can maintain quality and extend shelf life. Edible coatings can be made from hydrocolloids, including porang glucomannan. This research aims to determine the quality characteristics of Manalagi apples after being coated with an edible coating. Apart from that, to analyze the effect of glucomannan flour concentration on the quality characteristics of Manalagi apples, the viscosity of the edible coating solution, and the characteristics of the resulting coating and to choose the best treatment using the multiple attribute method. This research uses a Completely Randomized Design (RAL) with three replications. The treatment in this study was a glucomannan flour formulation of 5 levels, namely A0 (without treatment), A1 (0.5%), A2 (0.75%), A3 (1%), A4 (1.25%), carried out for storage for 7 days and observed on days 1, 3, 5, and 7 at room temperature (± 25℃). Porang glucomannan flour in edible coating significantly affected in respiration rate but had no significant effect on weight loss, L color, b color, and total dissolved solids. The best treatment based on calculation results using the multiple attribute method is A2 (0.75%) with the lowest weight loss was 2.97%, the highest L color with a value of 80, the lowest b color with a value of 15.1, the lowest total dissolved solids with a value of 11.6°Brix, the lowest respiration rate with a value of 0.006 ml CO2/gr/hour.
Evaluation of Antifungal Analysis of Selected Food Products Obtained In the Local Markets of Peshawar KPK Pakistan Ullah, Shakir; Khan, Hayat; Zubair, Yasir; Zubair, Muneeba; Saeed, Usman; Bibi, Maryam; Ahad, Eidul; Ullah, Zeeshan; Gohar, Adam khan; Shah, Usman; Rahman, Sadiq Ur; Rahman, Muhammad Iqbal Khan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.390

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Foodborne diseases are very easily transmitted from contaminated food and food handlers. Bacteria and fungi are the major factors for fruit spoilage. Food spoilage causes losses to producers, distributors, and consumers in the form of reduced quality and quantity and higher prices. The objective of this study was to isolate and evaluate the antifungal analysis of food-borne fungal pathogens. For the evaluation of pathogenic fungi Milk, Chutney, Apple, Spinach, Salad, Guava, Fish, and Peas were taken. All the other food samples were taken in polythene zip bags. The vegetables and fruits were cut into small pieces with a sterilized blade and then plated on Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA) aseptically and then incubated for 5 days. To find foodborne pathogenic fungi in various food items, a total of 320 were collected for evaluation. Out of the total food samples (65), 20.31% were found positive for fungal pathogens in various foodstuffs while 255 (79.68%) food samples were found negative. Among the positive food samples, Fusarium spp was more predominant 28(43%) led by Aspergillus spp 25( 38.5%). In comparison, Mucor and Cladosporium were found in low frequency with percentages of 7(10.8%), 5(7.7%). For antifungal activity, a panel of selected drugs was used to assess the susceptibility of pathogens. Among the antifungals best activity was shown by Voriconazole and intermediate activity was shown by Fluconazole. While high resistance was observed in Nystatin as compared to other antifungals.
Agriculture and Culture Based Agrotourism: for the Development of Sibetan Village, Bali sukanteri, ni putu; Tamba, I Made; Pratiwi, Ni Luh Putu Kirana
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.387

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Global competition between tourism destinations is increasing, more and more countries are valuing tourism resources. The aim of the research is to analyze the prospects and challenges facing the development of natural resource-based agrotourism in tropical villages in Bali, analyze the physical assets owned by Sibetan village as an agrotourism destination (agrotourism in East Bali) Analyze agrotourism development strategies in Sibetan Village. This research was conducted in Sibetan Village, Banyakdem District, Karangasem Regency, Bali Province, Indonesia.  Research data was obtained from primary data regarding Sibetan village agrotourism, agrotourism activities, characteristics of agrotourism actors and agrotourism visitors at home and abroad. The research results show that the prospects and challenges for developing natural resource-based agrotourism in Bali are local culture that is open to general visitors and provides the experience of participating in cultural attractions in Sibetan Village. Challenges include weak promotion, the distance between agrotourism and the airport for national and foreign tourists and competition between agrotourism.  The physical assets owned by Sibetan Village are local culture which only exists in Sibetan Village, Sibetan Salak only found in Sibetan Village, and outhor recreation.  The strategy for developing agrotourism in Sibetan Village is to develop an aggressive strategy, so as to be able to create alternative agro-based tourism in Sibetan Village with superior Balinese salak products. The novelty of the research is agrotourism opportunities based on local cultural traditions, Sibetan snake fruit agricultural commodities, full participation from the community, government and management, collaborating with international tourism institutions and celebrity  for promotion
Verification of the Efficiency of Alternative Furrow Irrigation on Water Productivity and Onion Yield at Woleh Irrigation Scheme, Northern Ethiopia Abera, messay; Wale, Aemro
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.408

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In the semi-arid regions of Ethiopia, water is the most limiting factor for crop production. Meeting crop water demand maximizes productivity from a land unit but does not inherently increase revenue per unit of water. This has led to a growing interest in irrigation practices that improve water productivity by regulating the inappropriate use of irrigation water. The experiment was conducted in the Woleh irrigation Scheme, to verify the efficiency of alternative furrow irrigation on onion water productivity and yield. The treatments used a randomized complete block design with four replications. Alternating furrow irrigation (AFI), conventional furrow irrigation (CFI), and fixed furrow irrigation (FFI). Each method used 75% ETc of the irrigation water. The experiment showed that AFI had the highest yield and water productivity. The amount of irrigation water used for AFI and FFI was about half (3038 m3) of CFI (6078 m3). The water productivity obtained was 4.05 kg m-3 for AFI and 3.16 kg m-3 for FFI, almost double the 2.15 kg m-3 for CFI. Economic water productivity and marginal rate of return were greatest in AFI. Therefore AFI at 75% ETc was superior in yield and water productivity in areas with water scarcity and high labor costs.
Risk Control in Supply Chain Tobacco Processing Unit Using House of Risk Method (A Case of Indonesia) Suryaningrat, Ida Bagus Bagus; Nurmalasari, Marsa Suci; Mahardika, Nidya Shara; Purnomo, Bambang Herry; Kuswardhani, Nita
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v5i4.347

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There is a tobacco processing factory located in Maesan, Bondowoso, Indonesia that has been facing a problem of high demand but a lack of raw materials to meet it. Unfortunately, the demand for their product is decreasing every year. Therefore, the company needs to conduct a study of risk control within their supply network to identify potential risks and agents involved. The HOR method is employed to identify and analyze risks as well as the agents present within the supply chain of the tobacco processing facility. The company also needs strategies to manage the identified risks. The HOR method comprises two stages: the initial phase entails identifying risks and risk agents emerging within the factory's supply chain utilizing the Supply Chain Reference Operation (SCOR) approach. Phase two is the stage of determining the priority order of mitigation strategies that can be implemented at the factory. In the initial phase of HOR, 46 instances of risk events were identified within the supply chain, while the second phase involved selecting 27 risk agents for mitigation strategies. The results of phase two of HOR yielded 12 mitigation strategies that were implemented in the factory. These mitigation strategies were then ranked based on their ability to handle the existing risk agents.