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View article: Influence of Hyptis suaveolens growth stage on essential oil composition, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities
Influence of Hyptis suaveolens growth stage on essential oil composition, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities Open
This study highlights the significant enhancement of biological activity in Hyptis suaveolens essential oils (EOs) through growth stage variations, demonstrating optimized antimicrobial and antioxidant potential at specific phases. EOs wer…
View article: Phytocompounds and pharmacological insights of Leptadenia pyrotechnica: a new perspective on drug discovery
Phytocompounds and pharmacological insights of Leptadenia pyrotechnica: a new perspective on drug discovery Open
Globally, traditional herbal products are used to cure a variety of acute and chronic human illnesses with little to no harmful side effects. They have played a significant role in health systems around the world. Leptadenia pyrotechnica (…
View article: Molecular identification and pathogenic impact of Pythium aphanidermatum on ginger (Zingiber officinale): insights into oxidative stress, antioxidant responses, and mycotoxin profiling
Molecular identification and pathogenic impact of Pythium aphanidermatum on ginger (Zingiber officinale): insights into oxidative stress, antioxidant responses, and mycotoxin profiling Open
Introduction Ginger ( Zingiber officinale ) is an economically significant crop, widely cultivated for its medicinal and culinary applications. However, its production is severely affected by fungal pathogens, particularly Pythium aphanide…
View article: Microalgae-derived antioxidants and antimicrobials: a sustainable approach for natural food preservatives
Microalgae-derived antioxidants and antimicrobials: a sustainable approach for natural food preservatives Open
Artificial preservatives such as nitrates, benzoates, sulphites, sorbates, parabens, formaldehyde, butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) have been used for ages to extend the shelf life of food items. However, …
View article: Influence of growth stage on the chemical composition, antimicrobial, and antioxidant potential of Cymbopogon martinii (Roxb.) Wats. essential oil
Influence of growth stage on the chemical composition, antimicrobial, and antioxidant potential of Cymbopogon martinii (Roxb.) Wats. essential oil Open
Introduction Cymbopogon martinii (Roxb.) Wats. essential oil (CMEO) exhibits significant variation in composition and bioactivity across different growth stages. Understanding these changes is crucial for optimizing its therapeutic and ind…
View article: Tapping the microalgal potential: genetic precision and stress-induction for enhanced astaxanthin and biofuel production
Tapping the microalgal potential: genetic precision and stress-induction for enhanced astaxanthin and biofuel production Open
View article: Unveiling the hidden culturable endophytic fungal diversity in aerial vegetative parts of Wrightia tinctoria (Roxb.) R.Br. of southern Aravalli hills
Unveiling the hidden culturable endophytic fungal diversity in aerial vegetative parts of Wrightia tinctoria (Roxb.) R.Br. of southern Aravalli hills Open
View article: Omics-driven insights into plant growth-promoting microorganisms for sustainable agriculture
Omics-driven insights into plant growth-promoting microorganisms for sustainable agriculture Open
Plant growth-promoting microorganisms (PGPMs) are pivotal to advancing sustainable agriculture, offering eco-friendly solutions for nutrient acquisition, stress tolerance, and disease suppression. Integrating multi-omics approaches, genomi…
View article: Changes in soil phosphorus dynamics amended with rock phosphate-enriched compost and chemical fertilizers
Changes in soil phosphorus dynamics amended with rock phosphate-enriched compost and chemical fertilizers Open
To adopt effective phosphorus (P) management strategies for sustainable mustard ( Brassica juncea L. ) production, it is crucial to understand how P is transformed and made available in the soil by utilising diverse P sources. In this stud…
View article: Virtual Digital Storytelling: Building Solidarity in Transnational Participatory Research
Virtual Digital Storytelling: Building Solidarity in Transnational Participatory Research Open
Digital storytelling creates short videos that tell a story by combining images and/or video footage with an audio narrative, usually set to background music. In participatory research, they enable participants to tell their own stories an…
View article: Salvadora oleoides (Decne.): a systematic review and comprehensive botanical assessment
Salvadora oleoides (Decne.): a systematic review and comprehensive botanical assessment Open
View article: Impact of Micronutrients Foliar Application on the Growth Traits of Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis L.)
Impact of Micronutrients Foliar Application on the Growth Traits of Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis L.) Open
An investigation was conducted during two successive winter season of 2018-19 and 2019-20 at the Agricultural Research farm of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, involving sixteen different treatments. These treatments included T1 (Contro…
View article: Characterization of microalgal β-carotene and astaxanthin: exploring their health-promoting properties under the effect of salinity and light intensity
Characterization of microalgal β-carotene and astaxanthin: exploring their health-promoting properties under the effect of salinity and light intensity Open
View article: Pharmacognostic, Extraction, Phytochemical screening and Pharmacological study of Senna Leaves
Pharmacognostic, Extraction, Phytochemical screening and Pharmacological study of Senna Leaves Open
Senna leaves and pods are produced in India in quantities ranging from Ten to twelve thousand tonnes., with 85% of the cropbeing exported. The earnings from exportsvary from 35 to 36 crores. Senna (Cassia angustifolia Vahl.), a member of t…
View article: Determining application rates of FYM and pressmud to improve soil health properties in salt degraded soils
Determining application rates of FYM and pressmud to improve soil health properties in salt degraded soils Open
Improving food grain production by enhancing plant nutrient availability is critical for meeting future production. In this line, degraded soils may have the potential to meet the food demand of future population. However, the key challeng…
View article: A review on fungal endophytes of the family Fabaceae, their metabolic diversity and biological applications
A review on fungal endophytes of the family Fabaceae, their metabolic diversity and biological applications Open
Fabaceae is considered the third largest family of the plant kingdom, comprising of a large number of plants, belonging to 650 genera and 20,000 species of plants. Out of the various plant species that are reported in the family Fabaceae, …
View article: Microalgal-based sustainable bio-fungicides: a promising solution to enhance crop yield
Microalgal-based sustainable bio-fungicides: a promising solution to enhance crop yield Open
The agricultural sector plays a crucial role in the world economy and in the increasing population. The decrease of crop yield and productivity by fungal infestation is one of the main concerns in agriculture. Synthetic fungicides are effe…
View article: Standardization of Seed to Solution Ratio and Hydropriming Duration for Seed Priming of Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.)
Standardization of Seed to Solution Ratio and Hydropriming Duration for Seed Priming of Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) Open
A laboratory experiment was carried out to standardize the seed to solution ratio and hydropriming duration for seed priming in fenugreek at Department of Seed Science & Technology, College of Agriculture, UAS, Raichur during Rabi 2023-24.…
View article: Effects of nano urea on Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) productivity and nutrient uptake in calcareous soils
Effects of nano urea on Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) productivity and nutrient uptake in calcareous soils Open
The experiment was conducted during winter (rabi) seasons of 2021–22 and 2022–23 at ICAR-Directorate of Rapeseed Mustard Research, Bharatpur, Rajasthan to assess the effect of nano urea (NU) spray in conjunction with different rates of soi…
View article: Dynamics of major plant nutrients and enzymatic activities in soil influenced by application of biochar and organic waste
Dynamics of major plant nutrients and enzymatic activities in soil influenced by application of biochar and organic waste Open
The concentration of salt ions influences the availability and plant nutrients dynamics in the soil. Proper management of these ions can enhance food grain production, helping to feed the growing population. In this experiment, nine fertil…
View article: Effect of different levels of micronutrients on vegetative growth, yield and fruit quality of Mango (Mangifera indica L.)
Effect of different levels of micronutrients on vegetative growth, yield and fruit quality of Mango (Mangifera indica L.) Open
An experiment was carried out to ascertain the impact of foliar application of certain micro-nutrients on fruit yield and quality of Mango (Mangifera indica L.) cultivars "Dashehari" and "Langra" at Agriculture Research Station, Banswara, …
View article: Vegetative growth, flowering pattern and yield of mango (Mangifera indica L.) as affected by exogenous application of paclobutrazol and KNO3
Vegetative growth, flowering pattern and yield of mango (Mangifera indica L.) as affected by exogenous application of paclobutrazol and KNO3 Open
Studied the response of different flowering regulatory agro-chemicals had a significantly positive impact on vegetative growth, flowering pattern and yield attributes of mango, during 2015-16 and 2016-17. Paclobutrazol is associated with a…
View article: Studies on Effect of Terminal Heat Stress on Seed Quality and its Mitigation in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)
Studies on Effect of Terminal Heat Stress on Seed Quality and its Mitigation in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Open
A field experiment was conducted to know the effect of terminal heat stress on seed yield and its mitigation in chickpea was carried out during 2021-22 at Seed Unit, University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur. High temperature during sow…
View article: Unraveling the role of antimicrobial peptides in plant resistance against phytopathogens
Unraveling the role of antimicrobial peptides in plant resistance against phytopathogens Open
The current reports on phytopathogens multidrug resistance have become a significant issue for plant health and global food security. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) have recently gained generous attention as potential alternatives to preven…
View article: Qualitative, Quantitative, In Vitro Antioxidant Activity and Chemical Profiling of Leptadenia pyrotechnica (Forssk.) Decne Using Advanced Analytical Techniques
Qualitative, Quantitative, In Vitro Antioxidant Activity and Chemical Profiling of Leptadenia pyrotechnica (Forssk.) Decne Using Advanced Analytical Techniques Open
Leptadenia pyrotechnica Forssk. Decne (LP) is a medicinal herb from the Asclepiadaceae family with many advantageous properties. The goal of this research is to identify, quantify, and evaluate the antioxidant potential of LP to validate i…
View article: Analysis of Quantitative Phytochemical Content and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf, Stem, and Bark of Gymnosporia senegalensis (Lam.) Loes.
Analysis of Quantitative Phytochemical Content and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf, Stem, and Bark of Gymnosporia senegalensis (Lam.) Loes. Open
To the best of our knowledge, there was no prior report providing valuable preliminary data through a demonstration of the quantitative phytochemical and antioxidant activity of Gymnosporia senegalensis. The total contents of phenols, flav…
View article: Biological and Chemical Vicissitudes in Soil Rhizosphere Arbitrated under Different Tillage, Residues Recycling and Oilseed Brassica-Based Cropping Systems
Biological and Chemical Vicissitudes in Soil Rhizosphere Arbitrated under Different Tillage, Residues Recycling and Oilseed Brassica-Based Cropping Systems Open
In this study, the impacts of long-term soil and crop management practices on crop productivity and soil health in oilseed brassica-based production systems were examined. Different tillage, crop residue recycling and cropping systems (fal…
View article: Recent advancements in multifaceted roles of flavonoids in plant–rhizomicrobiome interactions
Recent advancements in multifaceted roles of flavonoids in plant–rhizomicrobiome interactions Open
The rhizosphere consists of a plethora of microbes, interacting with each other as well as with the plants present in proximity. The root exudates consist of a variety of secondary metabolites such as strigolactones and other phenolic comp…
View article: Unveiling the Hidden Endophytic Fungal Diversity and Their Antagonistic Potential Associated with Wrightia Tinctoria Roxb
Unveiling the Hidden Endophytic Fungal Diversity and Their Antagonistic Potential Associated with Wrightia Tinctoria Roxb Open
View article: Dynamic Shifts in Essential Oil Composition Across Growth Stages of Cymbopogon Martinii: Elevating Biological Performance
Dynamic Shifts in Essential Oil Composition Across Growth Stages of Cymbopogon Martinii: Elevating Biological Performance Open