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International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources (IJFANRES)
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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.
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Nutritional Factors Associated With Tonsillitis Among the School-going Children of District Mardan Saeed, Usman; Rahman, Muhannad Iqbal Khan; Ullah, Said; Islam, Umair; Gul, Muhammad Kashif; Khan, Yaseen; Bibi, Maryam; Ali, Basit; Shahid, Ismail
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 1 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i1.400

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The aims of the study are to explore Nutritional factors associated with tonsillitis among the school-going children of aged 4 to 15 years in the local area of District Mardan. Institutional based cross-sectional study design was used. In the current research work a total of 500 samples were isolated from school-going children. In which 150 (30%) were found positive for nutritional deficiency with Tonsillitis. The samples collected from male and females students of age 4-15 years. Among the all samples nutritional anemia was found more frequent 60(12%), leading by malnutrition 50(10%), moderate prevalence were shows by underweight 20(4%) and stunting 16(3.2%) prevalence rate. while very low frequency was shows by wasting 4(1.6%) while the prevalence of tonsillitis was 45(9%) respectively. Out of 500 children the number of male was slightly higher than females. Nutritional Anemia and malnutrition were observed in the study in the school-going children respectively. The prevalence of nutritional Anemia among the study population varied with age. Children of the 12–15 years group had a significantly high prevalence of nutritional Anemia compared with the lower age group. It is concluded that all the nutritional factors strongly correlated with tonsillitis infection.
Growth and Yield Response of Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) to NPSB and Urea fertilizer in Yeki District, Southwest Ethiopia Amante, Guta; Wedajo, Mulisa; Temteme, Shiferaw
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 1 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i1.470

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Besides its significance in human nutrition and being cash crop in Ethiopia, turmeric is produced far below the countries potential, due to the depletion of major soil nutrients. This crop requires adequate fertilizer application. The purpose of this field experiment was to evaluate the effectiveness of the blended NPSB fertilizer indicated by the Ethiopian soil information system (EthioSIS) soil fertility map for turmeric production in the study area. The treatments were laid out in a randomized complete block design with three replications. The treatments included two controls (control and recommended NP fertilizer) and nine combinations of NPSB fertilizer (100, 150, and 200 kg ha-1) and, N fertilizer (Urea) (150, 200, and 250 kg ha-1) arranged in RCBD with three replications. The showed that the applying increased rate of blended NPSB along with urea did not brought significant improvement) in growth and yields components of turmeric over existing treatment groups compared to negative control. The highest fresh rhizome yield (41.52 t ha-1) was obtained from the application of 100 NPSB with 250 urea. Since the blended fertilizer, non-significantly increased turmeric yield, farmers in the study area and similar agro ecologies could use the previously recommended NP fertilizer for turmeric production.
Environmental Assessment of Methane (CH4) Emissions From Different Land Management Systems. A Case of The Central Chernozem State Biosphere Nature Reserve Named After Professor V.V. Alyokhin Tembo, Allan; Musenge, Danny Chisanga; Muyabe, Otton; Mhango, Jestone
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 1 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i1.438

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This study investigates methane (CH4) emissions from various land management systems in the Central Chernozem State Biosphere Nature Reserve of the Russian Federation. Land management systems considered in this study include: Non-Mowed Virgin Steppe (NMVS), Forest Ecosystem (FE), Meadow Land Ecosystem (MLE), Clean Fallow Ecosystem (CFE), 5-Year Rotational Mowed Steppe (5RMS), and 10-Year Rotational Mowed Steppe (10RMS). Using the static-closed gas chamber method, and gas chromatography, the study reveals that FE, NMVS, 5RMS and 10RMS acted as CH4 sinks with negative fluxes, indicating CH4 oxidation surpassing production. MLE and CFE exhibit positive CH4 emissions, considerably attributed to anaerobic conditions favouring methanogenesis due to soil disturbance. Soil temperature shows moderate positive correlation (0.6) with CH4 emissions, demonstrating temperature sensitivity of methanogenic microbial activity. Soil moisture displays a weaker correlation (0.2), but remains significant in influencing CH4 dynamics. The study recommends promoting Non-Mowed and Rotational Mowed Steppes for their CH4 sink potential, and implementing soil aeration strategies in MLE and CFE ecosystems to mitigate emissions. Continuous monitoring and adaptive management are essential for optimizing land management to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This research provides a foundation for developing effective CH4 mitigation strategies, contributing to broader climate change mitigation efforts.
Development, Release, and Popularization of the Novel Inbred Rice Variety "Mini Shail" for the Aman Season in Bangladesh Hasan, Md. Moniruzzaman; Islam, Md. Ariful; Akter, Tanbin; Md. Saiful Islam, Shahed
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 1 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i1.423

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Rice is the major staple crop of Bangladesh, and alone it occupies about 78% of the arable land of the country. However, the production level is not enough to meet the demands of food security for the growing population. The present study is on the development, evaluation, release, and promotion of the new inbred rice variety "Mini Shail" (IR14A-09) for the Aman season, targeting the basic demand for food security. We conducted multi-location testing across Bangladesh, where eight advanced rice lines emanating from IRRI were put to the test. "Mini Shail" outperformed others in yield amongst its competitors' check types of BRRI dhan39 and BRRI dhan49 varieties. Through proposed variety trial (PVT) at various locations, its improved yield was confirmed, while distinctness, uniformity, and stability (DUS) testing underlined its distinctiveness on morphological characteristics. Besides, "Mini Shail" had better consumer acceptance due to slender grain and superior cooking properties with an amylose content appropriate for non-sticky rice. The National Seed Board of Bangladesh named the "Mini Shail" as Rabi dhan1 after obtaining sufficient experiences from field experiments. This variety increases yield, enhances disease tolerance, reduces production cost, and hence assures food security and profit to farmers in Bangladesh. The effective development and marketing of "Mini Shail" demonstrate that cooperation in plant breeding goes a long way in solving agricultural problems.
Isolation and Comparative Characterization of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae From Indigenous Fermented Tea “Miang” Under Fermentation Stress Conditions Phovisay, Somsay; Phimsala, Phuangsavat; Phasouk, Amphone; Nortualee, Leulee; Chanthakhoun, Vongpasith
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 2 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i2.442

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This study investigated the isolation and comparative characterization of Saccharomyces cerevisiae strains from indigenous fermented tea “Miang” and their comparison with the commercial strain Saccharomyces cerevisiae EC1118 under various fermentation stress conditions. Yeast strains were isolated from Miang, and their performance was evaluated in terms of sugar utilization, pH tolerance, ethanol concentration, potassium metabisulfite (KMS), sodium chloride (NaCl), and osmotic pressure tolerance. Optical density (OD) at 600 nm was measured using a spectrophotometer over a 24-h incubation period to assess yeast growth. The results showed that the newly isolated strain, S. cerevisiae MXH-1, exhibited superior growth in ethanol concentrations of up to 15%, with an OD increase of 1.22 compared to 0.12 for EC1118. Additionally, MXH-1 demonstrated enhanced tolerance to KMS at 200 ppm and NaCl at 5%, with significantly higher OD changes than EC1118. These findings underscore the potential of S. cerevisiae MXH-1 for industrial applications, particularly in high-stress fermentation processes. This study provides valuable insights into the fermentation capabilities of indigenous yeast strains under challenging environmental conditions positioning MXH-1 as a promising candidate for food and beverage industries. Further research is recommended to explore the genetic mechanisms underlying its resilience and tolerance to fermentation stressors.
Critical Role of Micronutrient in Crop Production: A Review Wedajo, Mulisa Abdi
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 3 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i3.536

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In developing countries, crop production and productivity face significant problems, among which soil nutrient availability is crucial. While primary plant nutrients nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) have been given considerable attention, in the other case; deficiency of micronutrients and secondary nutrients is becoming more widely acknowledged as a major limiting factor for obtaining optimal crop yields and nutritional quality. This review highlights information on the importance of micronutrients (B, Cl, Cu, Fe, Mn, Mo, Ni, Zn) in agriculture crop production, focusing on the growing prevalence of deficiencies due to continuous cropping, soil erosion, nutrient leaching, and unbalanced nutrient application in the cropping system. Particularly focus is given to the situation in Ethiopia and Sub-Saharan Africa, where multi-nutrient deficiencies are widespread in soil degraded, its impacts not only reduction of crop yields but also contributing to human malnutrition through poor crop dietary quality. Based on the evidence provided, addressing micronutrient limitations, crop yields can be greatly increased, nutrient use efficiency can be improved, and human health problems associated with micronutrient deficiency may be mitigated by using balanced nutrient management systems that combine macro- and micronutrients. The review provided the need for increasing research, targeted soil fertility improvements, and policy focus on micronutrients to ensure sustainable crop productivity and food security.
Determination of the limiting Nutrient for Maize (Zea Mays L.) Production in Yeki District, Southwest Ethiopia Abdi, Mulisa Wedajo; Sembe, Guta Amante; Kebebew, Shiferaw Temteme
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 2 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v%vi%i.482

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The site specific fertilizer type for crop production in Ethiopia does not show crop yield variability when compared with the previously recommended NP fertilizer. Identifying the most yield-limiting nutrient is very important. Hence, the objective of this study was to identify the yield-limiting nutrient and quantify the level of yield penalty in maize under three locations in the Yeki district during the 2023 cropping season. Ten treatments constitute of control, recommended nitrogen and phosphorus (RNP), RNP +sulfur (S2), six nutrients (NPKSBZn), nitrogen omitted (PKSBZn), phosphorus omitted (NKSBZn), potassium omitted (NPSBZn), sulfur omitted (NPKBZn), boron omitted (NPKSZn) and zinc omitted (NPKSB) were arranged by randomized complete block design under three replication. Agronomic data were taken and analyzed by using R software 4.2.2. The mean difference of treatments was compared by LSD at a probability level of 5%. The pool means analysis of variance indicated that maize grain yield and yield components were significantly (p≤0.05) influenced by different nutrient omissions. The highest maize grain yield penalty 42.19% and 34.26% were recorded under the control plot followed by nitrogen omitted plots respectively and the lowest 0.65% from the previously recommended NP fertilizer applied plots. In the study area, the most yield reduction that showed more than 10% yield penalty of maize 34.26%, 23.20%, 19.92%, and 10.66% was due to N, S, P, and K omitted respectively. Since the study was conducted for one season further validation and demonstration for specific nutrients across multi-location and soil tests will be better to see more variability.
Growth and Production of Kailan (Brassica oleraceae L.) with Application of Banana Waste Liquid Organic Fertilizer and Cow Manure Rizky, Arya Alfa; Manurung, Adinda Nurul Huda; Azmi, Tubagus Kiki Kawakibi; Malasari, Silvina
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i3.508

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Kailan (Brassica olerace L.) is one of the popular vegetables in Indonesia. Vegetable cultivation should use environmentally friendly fertilizers, such as cow manure and banana waste liquid organic fertilizer (BWLOF). This study aims to analyze kailan's growth and production responses with differences in concentration and dose in liquid organic fertilizers from banana waste and cow manure, respectively. This study used a factorial Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) consisting of 2 factors, namely banana waste liquid organic fertilizer (BWLOF) with concentrations of 0, 20, and 40 ml L-1 and cow manure (K) with doses of 0, 127, and 200 g polybag-1. The results of the orthogonal polynomial test showed that the optimum concentration of BWLOF for kailan was 12.4 ml L-1, and the results of the DMRT test showed that a dose of 200 g polybag-1 of manure was the best treatment to increase the growth of kailan. The conclusion of this study showed that the provision of BWLOF significantly increased the root length and total dry weight of kailan plants. The provision of cow manure significantly increased plant height, number of leaves, stem diameter, leaf area, root length, and fresh and dry weight in the crown and roots, including the root crown ratio. However, there was no interaction between BWLOF and cow manure, which suggests that their combined use may not necessarily lead to synergistic effects.
Effects of packaging materials and ventilation placement on strawberry shelf-life Alani, Maadh F; Embaby, Mohamed G; Joshi, Prabesh; Pahariya, Prachi; Choudhary, Ruplal
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 2 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i2.484

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The strawberry is a popular fruit known for its color and flavor, but it is highly perishable due to its high respiration rate with rapid ripening and lack of natural protective covering. Existing packaging techniques for strawberries primarily focus on marketing purposes that often do not provide sufficient protection against mechanical and physiological damage. In this study, different packaging techniques were investigated, considering the cushioning and respiration needs of strawberries. The material and design of the packaging were optimized to enhance strawberry storage and preservation.  The effects of packaging material on strawberry weight loss and shelf life were investigated.  Two types of packaging were investigated at 4°C with a relative humidity ranging from 74% to 84% using two packaging materials in the form of egg-crate made of molded pulp or Styrofoam, which was compared to common clamshell packages made of polyethylene material. Different strawberry attributes were measured including firmness, color, mold, weight, taste, and aroma.  Results showed that Styrofoam egg-crate packages had the least weight loss compared to molded pulp and control packages. The ventilation design had a significant effect within the treatment but not between treatments. Sensory test results showed that Styrofoam packages had better attributes in terms of firmness, color, aroma, and overall acceptability compared to molded pulp. The packaging type had a significant effect on strawberry shelf life, while the ventilation location did not. The findings suggest that packaging materials play an important role in prolonging strawberry shelf life.
Molecular Identification and In-Vitro Screening of the Isolated Rhizobacteria in Organic Farm Against Rhizoctonia solani Kuhn Lopez, Lani Lou Mar Agoy; Undan, Jerwin R; C. Cortez, Ma. Eloisa Faye; Lopez, Lani Lou Mar A.
International Journal on Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Vol 6, No 3 (2025): IJ-FANRES
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46676/ij-fanres.v6i3.404

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this study determined the in vitro effect of isolated rhizobacteria from rice rhizosphere against the rice fungal pathogen Rhizoctonia solani. The antagonistic effects of rhizobacteria against R. solani were assessed using the dual culture technique and scanning electron microscopy for the mode of action and interaction. Among the nine rhizobacteria isolates, seven belong to the genus Bacillus and one belongs to the genus Lysinibacillus, while one isolate, RM-W3-5, and is unknown. The isolated rhizobacteria were identified as B. pumilus, B. megaterium, B. cereus, B. amyloliquefaciens, Bacillus sp., B. rhizosphaerae, B. clausii, and L. macroides. The results from the dual culture method showed that the rhizobacterial isolates reduced the growth of R. solani by between 8.9% and 82.61%. The highest mycelial growth inhibition (MGI) of 82.61% was obtained from R. solani paired with B. pumilus, while the lowest MGI of 8.9% was obtained from B. clausii. The interactions between RM-W3-5 and B. pumilus against R. solani were examined using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) because these two isolates performed well in the dual culture test. Isolate RM-W3-5 paired to R. solani showed the structural alterations such as shrinking, shriveling of the hyphae, and hyphal disintegration. A similar occurrence was observed when R. solani was paired with B. pumilus. The results of the present study suggest that B. pumilus and RM-W3-5 are potential biological control agents against R. solani. However, supplementary analysis has to be done to validate the potential of these rhizobacteria.