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View article: Development and evaluation of a battery powered harvester for sustainable leafy vegetable cultivation
Development and evaluation of a battery powered harvester for sustainable leafy vegetable cultivation Open
Crop harvesting, a crucial part of cultivation, has traditionally depended on manually, and despite technological advancements benefiting most crops through mechanical harvesting, the manual method of harvesting of shorter crops (one foot …
View article: Physical Properties of Fenugreek Leaves
Physical Properties of Fenugreek Leaves Open
Understanding the physical properties of agricultural crops is fundamental for the design and development of efficient and effective machinery used in farming practices. The College of Agricultural Engineering at JNKVV, Jabalpur, recognize…
View article: Screening of Wheat Varieties against Rice Weevil (Sitophilus oryzae L.) and Evaluation of Eco-friendly Management Approaches
Screening of Wheat Varieties against Rice Weevil (Sitophilus oryzae L.) and Evaluation of Eco-friendly Management Approaches Open
At the Department of Entomology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology (CSAUA&T), Kanpur, a laboratory experiment was conducted to screen 20 wheat varieties and evaluate eco-friendly management strategies against th…
View article: Integrated Nutrient Management Practices in Agroforestry
Integrated Nutrient Management Practices in Agroforestry Open
Agroforestry is a transformative land-use strategy that integrates trees, crops, and livestock into cohesive systems, promoting sustainability through enhanced environmental, economic, and social outcomes. By blending diverse plant and ani…
View article: Development and performance evaluation of a precision seeder for sustainable rice cultivation
Development and performance evaluation of a precision seeder for sustainable rice cultivation Open
Water scarcity, labor constraints, and the need for sustainable farming practices have highlighted the limitations of traditional rice transplanting methods, driving interest in Direct Seeded Rice (DSR). To address these challenges, a prec…
View article: A sensor-based novel potato planter-cum pre-emergence (PE) applicator for cut tuber planting and herbicide application for higher tuber production
A sensor-based novel potato planter-cum pre-emergence (PE) applicator for cut tuber planting and herbicide application for higher tuber production Open
View article: Performance evaluation of a rotary weeder using artificial weeds in controlled soil bin conditions
Performance evaluation of a rotary weeder using artificial weeds in controlled soil bin conditions Open
View article: Energy consumption pattern of rice and wheat in Jabalpur
Energy consumption pattern of rice and wheat in Jabalpur Open
View article: Advancing Sustainable Farming: Development and Evaluation of a Battery-Operated Leafy Vegetable Harvester
Advancing Sustainable Farming: Development and Evaluation of a Battery-Operated Leafy Vegetable Harvester Open
This paper addresses a self-propelled battery-operated harvester to harvest the green leafy vegetables through the conceptualization, analysis, and testing of the developed machine. This harvester seeks to mitigate this problem by providin…
View article: Comprehensive analysis of paddy seeds for designing of precision planters
Comprehensive analysis of paddy seeds for designing of precision planters Open
Rice is a staple food for a major global population, and increasing rice production is crucial for addressing food security challenges. Precision planters have the potential to enhance rice productivity and input use efficiency. However, d…
View article: COMPARATIVE STUDY OF SEED-CUM FERTILIZER DRILLS FOR WHEAT CROP
COMPARATIVE STUDY OF SEED-CUM FERTILIZER DRILLS FOR WHEAT CROP Open
Comparative performance of zero till seed drill and roto till seed drill for wheat crop was evaluated and also compared with traditional method.Parameters evaluated includes effect of speed of operation (km/h) and depth of sowing (cm) with…
View article: Analysis of the Extension and Technological Gaps in Rice–Wheat Production System in Chhattisgarh Plain of Madhya Pradesh, India
Analysis of the Extension and Technological Gaps in Rice–Wheat Production System in Chhattisgarh Plain of Madhya Pradesh, India Open
The present study was conducted under rice-wheat cropping system in Chhattisgarh Plain of Madhya Pradesh to find out the extension and technological gap in technological interventions under farmers FIRST project at College of Agriculture, …
View article: Effects of Various Technological Interventions on Summer Moong (Vigna radiata L.)
Effects of Various Technological Interventions on Summer Moong (Vigna radiata L.) Open
The field demonstrations were laid out at 30 farmers (12.0 ha area) during 2018, 2019 and 2020 to examine the impact of various technological interventions on summer moong. In this intervention, PDM 139 variety of moong bean was sown by us…
View article: Growing Eucalypt Outside its Native Range: A Review on Suitability and Beneficial Role
Growing Eucalypt Outside its Native Range: A Review on Suitability and Beneficial Role Open
Eucalypt is an industrial short rotation fast growing tree species (SRFGTs), having wide range regarding climatic and edaphic requirements in Indian subcontinent. Eucalyptus camaeldulensis, E. globulus, E. grandis, E. tereticornis and E. c…
View article: Comparative study on seed metering units for wet-direct seeding of rice
Comparative study on seed metering units for wet-direct seeding of rice Open
In sowing operation, seed metering units plays a crucial role in achieving the optimal plant spacing, uniform crop emergence, crop yield, resource efficiency, and overall farm profitability. This research was conducted to access performanc…
View article: Economic Analysis of Low-Cost Tractor Drawn Plastic Mulching Machine
Economic Analysis of Low-Cost Tractor Drawn Plastic Mulching Machine Open
The global yearly use of plastic mulching in agriculture is 2.1 million tonnes in 2020. Agriculture is the second most significant source of GHG emissions, accounting for around 13.5% of total global anthropogenic emissions. Plastic mulchi…
View article: Effect of storage age and containers on the physicochemical degradation of guggul oleo-resin
Effect of storage age and containers on the physicochemical degradation of guggul oleo-resin Open
View article: A Finite-Element Method for Enhancement Issues of Frame of Battery Operated Ridge Planter with Drip Line Installer
A Finite-Element Method for Enhancement Issues of Frame of Battery Operated Ridge Planter with Drip Line Installer Open
Using distinct partial differential equations, complicated structures breaks down into small elements using the computational approach known as finite element analysis (FEA). Engineers in agriculture can investigate the behavior of numerou…
View article: Nutrient Management for Optimizing Fodder Production of Sorghum – A Review
Nutrient Management for Optimizing Fodder Production of Sorghum – A Review Open
An area under cultivation of fodder crops has almost remained static (8.3 million ha) for the last 3 decades and area under permanent pastures has been declining over the years. Whereas, uncontrolled overgrazing reduced productivity of per…
View article: A Finite-element Method of Solution for Optimization of Frame of Tractor Operated Single Row Maize Cobs Picker
A Finite-element Method of Solution for Optimization of Frame of Tractor Operated Single Row Maize Cobs Picker Open
Finite element analysis (FEA) is a computational technique that divides complex structures into small elements and solves them numerically using various partial differential equations. In agriculture, engineers can use numerical simulation…
View article: Comprehensive Analysis of Paddy Seeds for Designing of Precision Planters
Comprehensive Analysis of Paddy Seeds for Designing of Precision Planters Open
View article: Development of low-cost self-propelled multi-purpose power unit
Development of low-cost self-propelled multi-purpose power unit Open
The self-propelled multipurpose power unit was developed in the laboratory of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, JNKVV, Jabalpur for small farmers. The prime mower is powered by a 5hp diesel engine. The V-belt drive is provided for the …
View article: Testing of Two Different Powered Stationary Diesel Engines and Analysis of Changes in Performance over Usage Time
Testing of Two Different Powered Stationary Diesel Engines and Analysis of Changes in Performance over Usage Time Open
The engine performance affected by the it’s running life or say total working hours of its utilization. As the engine gets used over the time, the performance of the engine also reduces due to two main factors i.e. mechanical losses and we…
View article: In vitro assessment of cytotoxic effects of guggul in L929 mouse skin fibroblast cells
In vitro assessment of cytotoxic effects of guggul in L929 mouse skin fibroblast cells Open
Cancer is one of the major causes of death after cardiovascular diseases worldwide.Guggul is gum oleoresin exudates from Commiphora wightii (Arnott.)Bhandari with immense medicinal properties.Guggulsterone (GS) is one of the main constitue…
View article: Optimization of Operational Parameters for Axial Flow Paddy Thresher Using RSM
Optimization of Operational Parameters for Axial Flow Paddy Thresher Using RSM Open
Post-harvest practices remains significant qualitative and quantitative throughout the paddy value chain despite rising agricultural productivity. When it comes to rice, most losses occur during the harvesting and threshing operations. In …
View article: Performance evaluation of self-propelled power operated cutter bar mower
Performance evaluation of self-propelled power operated cutter bar mower Open
The power-operated cutter bar mower unit was developed in the laboratory of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, JNKVV, Jabalpur for small farmers. The prime mower is powered by a 5hp diesel engine. The V-belt drive is provided for transm…
View article: Study on Adoption of Chinnor Rice Production Technology and Constraints Faced by Farmers of Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh
Study on Adoption of Chinnor Rice Production Technology and Constraints Faced by Farmers of Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh Open
The Study was conducted during 2019–20 to find out the adoption of Chinnor rice production technology by farming communities of the Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India. Farmers of an area were aware about technology invented by scient…
View article: Performance Evaluation of Digger for Ginger Crop
Performance Evaluation of Digger for Ginger Crop Open
The ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome is harvested manually by different types of spade, fork or bullock drawn plow. These methods consume more time, cause drudgery, losses and low field capacity. Therefore a tractor drawn digger was ev…
View article: Development and Evaluation of Manual Operated Two Row Planter for Onion Seeds
Development and Evaluation of Manual Operated Two Row Planter for Onion Seeds Open
Onion (Allium Cepa L.) is cultivated globally as a one of the prominent vegetable crop. India is the second largest producer of onion in the world next to China, but still there is large of scope to enhance the production and productivity.…
View article: Effect of Nozzle Height on Spray Overlapping of JNKVV Push Type Solar and Battery Operated Sprayer
Effect of Nozzle Height on Spray Overlapping of JNKVV Push Type Solar and Battery Operated Sprayer Open
Study was conducted at the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering workshop, College of Agricultural Engineering, JNKVV, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh to determine the nozzle spacing and boom height of JNKVV push type solar and batte…