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View article: Enhancing agronomical attribute detection through RPAS-based image analysis - A review
Enhancing agronomical attribute detection through RPAS-based image analysis - A review Open
The integration of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) into agronomical research has revolutionized the collection and analysis of spatial and temporal crop data. RPAS, equipped with high-resolution multispectral, thermal and visible …
View article: Ochratoxin A and Aspergillus spp. Contamination in Brown and Polished (White) Rice from Indian Markets
Ochratoxin A and Aspergillus spp. Contamination in Brown and Polished (White) Rice from Indian Markets Open
Rice is one of the most important staple foods for the human population, necessitating continuous monitoring for mycotoxin risk in particular in the sub-tropical area, such as India. In the present study, a total of eighty-one samples comp…
View article: Bioinoculants: A natural boost for tuber yields
Bioinoculants: A natural boost for tuber yields Open
Tuber crops play a pivotal role in global food systems. However, their productivity is often constrained by declining soil fertility, pest and disease pressures and over reliance on chemical inputs. Bioinoculants offer sustainable solution…
View article: The AI-viticulture nexus: Robotics and precision technologies for sustainable vineyards
The AI-viticulture nexus: Robotics and precision technologies for sustainable vineyards Open
Automation technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, IoT and remote sensing, are transforming viticulture by addressing labour shortages, climate resilience challenges and resource optimization. AI-driven machine learni…
View article: A review on advancing agricultural practices using photogrammetric images
A review on advancing agricultural practices using photogrammetric images Open
Photogrammetry is a technique that involves the extraction of geometric information from two-dimensional images (2D). It is widely utilized in various fields for the creation of digital elevation models (DEM), orthomosaics and three-dimens…
View article: Rice root exudate modulates functional traits of plant-growth-promoting bacteria: A step towards rhizosphere engineering
Rice root exudate modulates functional traits of plant-growth-promoting bacteria: A step towards rhizosphere engineering Open
View article: Rhizobial, passenger nodule endophytes and phyllosphere bacteria in combination with acyl homoserine lactones enhances the growth and yield of groundnut
Rhizobial, passenger nodule endophytes and phyllosphere bacteria in combination with acyl homoserine lactones enhances the growth and yield of groundnut Open
View article: Microbial inoculants – fostering sustainability in groundnut production
Microbial inoculants – fostering sustainability in groundnut production Open
Groundnut ( Arachis hypogaea L.) is a vital leguminous oilseed crop, widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions due to its high nutritional and economic significance in food, feed, and oil purposes. It is a rich source of protei…
View article: Rhizosphere Microbiome and Functioning in Alternative Rice Cropping Methods: A Critical Review for Rice Sustainability
Rhizosphere Microbiome and Functioning in Alternative Rice Cropping Methods: A Critical Review for Rice Sustainability Open
Rice is a staple crop worldwide, providing sustenance to over half the global population. The rice microbiome represents the complex interaction between rice plants and their surrounding microbial communities. Plants host various microorga…
View article: Potentials of Soil Yeasts for Plant Growth and Soil Health in Agriculture: A Review
Potentials of Soil Yeasts for Plant Growth and Soil Health in Agriculture: A Review Open
Yeasts are found in almost all ecosystems, and soil is the typical habitat for storing and developing yeasts, even though they are associated with plants and animals. Their population in soil ranges from a few to several thousand based on …
View article: Assessment of long-term Site-Specific Nutrient Management (SSNM) on soil organic carbon dynamics and sequestration in a rice-rice cropping system
Assessment of long-term Site-Specific Nutrient Management (SSNM) on soil organic carbon dynamics and sequestration in a rice-rice cropping system Open
This study examined the long-term effects of the Site-Specific Nutrient Management Integrated Plant Nutrient System (SSNM-IPNS) on carbon sequestration, stock, loss and mineralization in soil within a 26-year-old ricerice cropping system a…
View article: Sustainable maize production through organic amendments: Evaluating growth performance and environmental impact
Sustainable maize production through organic amendments: Evaluating growth performance and environmental impact Open
The current study investigates the impact of organic and inorganic fertilizers on maize (Zea mays L.) growth and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Organic amendments such as farmyard manure (FYM) and composted press mud, as well as inorganic…
View article: Synthesis and characterization of nano phosphorus fertilizer from rock phosphate
Synthesis and characterization of nano phosphorus fertilizer from rock phosphate Open
Phosphorus is a vital macronutrient required for the growth and development of plants. The major concern regarding phosphorus (P) is low availability. Fertilizers are generally supplied to increase the crop growth. Rock phosphate(RP) is ma…
View article: Foodborne Pathogen Prevalence and Biomarker Identification for Microbial Contamination in Mutton Meat
Foodborne Pathogen Prevalence and Biomarker Identification for Microbial Contamination in Mutton Meat Open
Microbial contamination and the prevalence of foodborne pathogens in mutton meat and during its slaughtering process were investigated through microbial source tracking and automated pathogen identification techniques. Samples from mutton …
View article: Agricultural carbon credits: A pathway to environmental sustainability
Agricultural carbon credits: A pathway to environmental sustainability Open
Climate change and ensuring food security for a rapidly growing global population are two of the biggest challenges in agriculture. To meet the commitments made in the Paris Climate Agreement, it is important to use effective methods for m…
View article: Identification of Potential Biomarkers and Spectral Fingerprinting for Detection of Foodborne Pathogens in Raw Chicken Meat Matrix Using GCMS and FTIR
Identification of Potential Biomarkers and Spectral Fingerprinting for Detection of Foodborne Pathogens in Raw Chicken Meat Matrix Using GCMS and FTIR Open
Foodborne illnesses pose a serious threat to public health, with increasing global incidence rates driven by factors such as rising meat consumption. Rapid detection of foodborne pathogens in meat is critical for preventing outbreaks. This…
View article: Predictive soil mapping using random forest models: Applications in pH and soil organic matter assessment
Predictive soil mapping using random forest models: Applications in pH and soil organic matter assessment Open
Digital Soil Mapping (DSM) presents a highly scalable and efficient alternative to traditional soil analysis, which is typically limited by its labor-intensive processes, time constraints and low spatial resolution. By utilizing advanced c…
View article: Assessment of microbial safety of fresh vegetables through Caenorhabditis elegans model
Assessment of microbial safety of fresh vegetables through Caenorhabditis elegans model Open
Caenorhabditis elegans is widely used as a model to predict the virulence of animal-origin human pathogens, as C. elegans and humans share similar intestinal epithelial cells. A study was undertaken to assess the feasibility of C. elegans …
View article: Harnessing the Power of Traditional Organic Formulations for Crop Growth and Microbial Harmony
Harnessing the Power of Traditional Organic Formulations for Crop Growth and Microbial Harmony Open
The utilization of various agrochemicals in crop production technology leads to soil health and fertility depletion. Multiple measures have been taken to revitalize the health of polluted soil. In this context, organic agriculture has incr…
View article: Genomic and metabolic versatility of Pseudomonas aeruginosa contributes to its inter-kingdom transmission and survival
Genomic and metabolic versatility of Pseudomonas aeruginosa contributes to its inter-kingdom transmission and survival Open
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the most versatile bacteria with renowned pathogenicity and extensive drug resistance. The diverse habitats of this bacterium include fresh, saline and drainage waters, soil, moist surfaces, taps, showerhea…
View article: Eliciting Exudates Based Metabolite Analysis and Validation of Npk &Npkzn Biofertilizer Consortia Seed Coating in Maize
Eliciting Exudates Based Metabolite Analysis and Validation of Npk &Npkzn Biofertilizer Consortia Seed Coating in Maize Open
View article: Impact of Different Formulations of Biofertilizer Consortia (NPK & NPKZn) on Proximate Nutritional Composition of Hybrid Maize (Co H (M) 8) Grains
Impact of Different Formulations of Biofertilizer Consortia (NPK & NPKZn) on Proximate Nutritional Composition of Hybrid Maize (Co H (M) 8) Grains Open
The study focused on the effect of liquid and powder formulations of biofertilizer consortia developed for NPK and NPKZn nutrition using Azospirillum, phosphobacteria, potash bacteria and zinc solubilizing bacteria on the proximate nutrien…
View article: Botanicals as Quorum Quenching Molecules and Their Effect in Plant Growth Promoting Traits in Pantoea, Paenibacillus, and Rhizobium
Botanicals as Quorum Quenching Molecules and Their Effect in Plant Growth Promoting Traits in Pantoea, Paenibacillus, and Rhizobium Open
Quorum sensing is a cell-to-cell communication mechanism that was reported in Rhizobium mayense S11R1, Pantoea dispersa YBB19B, and Paenibacillus illionoisensis YBB20 by the presence of N-acyl homoserine lactones. This study explored possi…
View article: Evaluation of Suitable Polymers for the Development of High-Concentrated Liquid Biofertilizers
Evaluation of Suitable Polymers for the Development of High-Concentrated Liquid Biofertilizers Open
An improvement in the present liquid formulation of biofertilizer is essential to expand its shelf life and enhance the bioefficacy potential of the inoculated crops. Here, we screened ten different water-soluble polymers for their feasibi…
View article: Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management Practices on Soil Quality Indicators and Plant Growth in Greengram on Alfisol
Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management Practices on Soil Quality Indicators and Plant Growth in Greengram on Alfisol Open
A field experiment was conducted at farmer fields at Vagarai, Dindigul District (Tamil Nadu) during the summer season of 2022 with green gram as a test crop.A field experiment was conducted at farmer fields at Vagarai, Dindigul District du…
View article: Genetic determinants of virulence and extensive drug resistance in<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>PPA14 isolated from eggplant rhizosphere
Genetic determinants of virulence and extensive drug resistance in<i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i>PPA14 isolated from eggplant rhizosphere Open
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the Priority Level I critical pathogens that are least sensitive to antibiotics and can cause fatal hospital-acquired infections. This bacterium is predominantly present in the agricultural ecosystem. Howev…
View article: Detection of gut microflora and enzymes using metagenomics and metaproteomics in silkworm, Bombyx mori
Detection of gut microflora and enzymes using metagenomics and metaproteomics in silkworm, Bombyx mori Open
Background Microorganisms living in insect gut plays a crucial role in the adaptation, growth and development of the insect hosts. The identification and molecular analysis of insect gut microbes will enable us to develop novel strategies …
View article: Evaluation of Temperature - Tolerant Azolla Strains Suitable for Tiruvallur District
Evaluation of Temperature - Tolerant Azolla Strains Suitable for Tiruvallur District Open
The survey on Azolla diversity revealed that Azolla pinnata and Azolla microphylla are the two species found throughout the agro-climatic zones of Tamil Nadu.The pot-culture experiments to screen the strains for local adaptability for the …
View article: Versatile Medium for the Isolation of Sulfur-Reducing Bacteria from Natural Ecotypes
Versatile Medium for the Isolation of Sulfur-Reducing Bacteria from Natural Ecotypes Open
Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) are a diverse group of microorganisms that are commonly isolated from anoxygenic environments (lake depths, soil, or swamps) and are also found in the intestines of humans and animals. They are well known fo…
View article: Antimicrobial volatile compounds of healthy mandarin orange imparting resistance to Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus
Antimicrobial volatile compounds of healthy mandarin orange imparting resistance to Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus Open
Citrus greening disease (HLB), caused by "Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus" (CLas), threatens the citrus industry.Metabolite profiling of pathogen-host interactions revealed several fatty acids, monoterpenoids, and fatty alcohols.These co…