Devendra Mandal
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View article: Climate-resilient strategies for wheat farming: minimizing climate impact, optimizing productivity, and maximizing profitability in the subtropical agroecological landscape of India
Climate-resilient strategies for wheat farming: minimizing climate impact, optimizing productivity, and maximizing profitability in the subtropical agroecological landscape of India Open
This study builds upon existing knowledge to quantify the extent of on-farm yield gaps and identify the most effective climate-resilient strategies (CRSs) to bridge them. By addressing these objectives, the study seeks to enhance wheat yie…
View article: Assessment of the morphological, molecular and environmental adaptability of the native Trichoderma isolates for biocontrol applications
Assessment of the morphological, molecular and environmental adaptability of the native Trichoderma isolates for biocontrol applications Open
Trichoderma species are widely recognized for their biocontrol potential and ability to promote plant growth. This study aimed to evaluate the morphological, cultural, molecular, and antagonistic variability of native Trichoderma isolates …
View article: Greening rice-fallow areas: integrating pulses and oilseeds for sustainable cropping in eastern India
Greening rice-fallow areas: integrating pulses and oilseeds for sustainable cropping in eastern India Open
Rice-fallow areas, widespread in rainfed rice-growing regions of South Asia, remain uncultivated during the post-rainy (winter) season due to multiple challenges, including inadequate irrigation infrastructure, cultivation of long-duration…
View article: Acute Toxicity and Behavioural Responses of Clarias batrachus to Herbicide Herboclin: A Bioassay Approach
Acute Toxicity and Behavioural Responses of Clarias batrachus to Herbicide Herboclin: A Bioassay Approach Open
This study investigates the acute toxicity and behavioural responses of the herbicide Herboclin to the freshwater fish Clarias batrachus (Linn). The fish were exposed to various concentrations of Herboclin for 24, 48, 72, and 96 hours to d…
View article: In vitro Study on Fungicide Sensitivity of Alternaria brassicicola for Managing Leaf Blight in Mustard (Brassica juncea)
In vitro Study on Fungicide Sensitivity of Alternaria brassicicola for Managing Leaf Blight in Mustard (Brassica juncea) Open
Alternaria brassicicola, a phytopathogenic fungus, incites Alternaria leaf blight in mustard, leading to substantial yield and quality losses. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of seven chemical fungicides against A. brassicicol…
View article: Impact of Cultural Practices and Nitrogenous Fertilizer on the Development of Brown Spot Disease of Rice
Impact of Cultural Practices and Nitrogenous Fertilizer on the Development of Brown Spot Disease of Rice Open
Among the diseases the brown spot disease of rice caused by Bipolaris oryzae is most dominant fungal disease of rice after blast (Pyricularia oryzae) which is causing losses in the yield which resulted in instability in rice production par…
View article: Effect of Different Levels of Potassium on Yield and Economics of Kharif Maize (Zea mays L.)
Effect of Different Levels of Potassium on Yield and Economics of Kharif Maize (Zea mays L.) Open
A field experiment was conducted during Kharif season at Crop Research Farm of Tirhut College of Agriculture, Dholi in 2017 to observe the effect of different levels of potassium on yield and economics of Kharif maize. The experiment was l…
View article: Response of Drought Tolerant Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Varieties under Various Methods of Establishment in Drought-prone Condition of Bihar
Response of Drought Tolerant Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Varieties under Various Methods of Establishment in Drought-prone Condition of Bihar Open
A field experiment was conducted at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Aurangabad and in farmers’ field during rainy seasons of 2013, 2014 and 2015, to Performance of drought tolerant rice varieties under various methods of stand establishment in rainf…
View article: Effect of different levels of potassium on nutrient content and uptake by Kharif maize (Zea mays L.)
Effect of different levels of potassium on nutrient content and uptake by Kharif maize (Zea mays L.) Open
A field experiment entitled was conducted during kharif season of 2017 at Crop Research Farm of Tirhut College of Agriculture, Dholi to see the effect of different levels of potassium on soil properties, nutrient content and uptake by khar…
View article: Efficacy of Separate and Premix Formulation of Metsulfuron-Methyl and Carfentrazone-Ethyl on Weeds in Wheat: A Review
Efficacy of Separate and Premix Formulation of Metsulfuron-Methyl and Carfentrazone-Ethyl on Weeds in Wheat: A Review Open
India has a wide range of agro-climates regions and soil types. The highly diverse agriculture systems are beset with different types of weed problem. Weeds cause 10-80% crop yield losses besides deteriorating quality of products and causi…
View article: Influence of Weed Management Practices on Productivity of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) under Middle Indo-Gangetic Plains of Eastern India
Influence of Weed Management Practices on Productivity of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) under Middle Indo-Gangetic Plains of Eastern India Open
A field experiment was conducted during the rabi season of 2013-14 and 2014-15 at farmer’s field of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jehanabad, Bihar to evaluate the effect of weed management practices on productivity and profitability of wheat. The …