Muhammad Wasim Haider
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View article: Investigating the use of green synthesized copper oxide nanoparticles from Melia azedarach to combat cadmium stress in wheat
Investigating the use of green synthesized copper oxide nanoparticles from Melia azedarach to combat cadmium stress in wheat Open
Wheat ( Triticum aestivum L.) is a staple crop that is essential for global food security and nutrition. However, cadmium (Cd) stress significantly impairs plant growth and development by disrupting biological processes. This study investi…
View article: Environmental and Nutritional Value of Fruit and Vegetable Peels as Animal Feed: A Comprehensive Review
Environmental and Nutritional Value of Fruit and Vegetable Peels as Animal Feed: A Comprehensive Review Open
Fruit and vegetable peels are often regarded as waste, leading to their disposal in landfills. As a result, methane gas emissions during the decomposition of waste lead to the loss of potentially valuable resources. Nonetheless, these peel…
View article: Assessment of salicylic acid and potassium nitrate to mitigate frost stress in autumn-sown potato crop cv. Sutlej
Assessment of salicylic acid and potassium nitrate to mitigate frost stress in autumn-sown potato crop cv. Sutlej Open
View article: Screening Some Potential Potato Genotypes With an Efficient Photosynthetic System Based on Their Performance Under High Temperature and Irradiance
Screening Some Potential Potato Genotypes With an Efficient Photosynthetic System Based on Their Performance Under High Temperature and Irradiance Open
Sustainable potato cultivation in hot, high‐light regions such as Southern Punjab, Pakistan, requires identifying genotypes with efficient photosynthetic systems. High temperatures and irradiance often reduce productivity by triggering oxi…
View article: Role of crop rotation in smart farming for sustainable growth and yields of horticultural crops: A concise overview
Role of crop rotation in smart farming for sustainable growth and yields of horticultural crops: A concise overview Open
Crop rotation has evolved as a dynamic tool for sustainable horticulture by integrating smart farming technologies. This review critically examines the combination of crop rotation with digital innovations such as precision agriculture, ar…
View article: Exploring the mechanism of transformation in Acacia nilotica (Linn.) triggered by colchicine seed treatment
Exploring the mechanism of transformation in Acacia nilotica (Linn.) triggered by colchicine seed treatment Open
Background Acacia nilotica Linn. is a widely distributed tree known for its applications in post-harvest and medicinal horticulture. However, its seed-based growth is relatively slow. Seed is a vital component for the propagation of A. nil…
View article: Rejuvenating potato growth and yield in challenging semiarid and saline sandy Cholistan: harnessing PGPB-coated N and P application strategies
Rejuvenating potato growth and yield in challenging semiarid and saline sandy Cholistan: harnessing PGPB-coated N and P application strategies Open
Background Potato serves as a major non-cereal food crop and income source for small-scale growers in Punjab, Pakistan. Unfortunately, improper fertilization practices have led to low crop yields, worsened by challenging environmental cond…
View article: Combined application of hot water treatment and eucalyptus leaf extract postpones seneṣcence in harvested green chilies by conserving their antioxidants: a sustainable approach
Combined application of hot water treatment and eucalyptus leaf extract postpones seneṣcence in harvested green chilies by conserving their antioxidants: a sustainable approach Open
Background Green chili is the predominant vegetable in tropical and subtropical regions with high economic value. However, after harvest, it exhibits vigorous metabolic activities due to the high moisture level, leading to a reduction in b…
View article: Postharvest starch and sugars adjustment in potato tubers of wide-ranging dormancy genotypes subjected to various sprout forcing techniques
Postharvest starch and sugars adjustment in potato tubers of wide-ranging dormancy genotypes subjected to various sprout forcing techniques Open
The development of an efficient, safe, and environment-friendly technique to terminate tuber dormancy in potatoes ( Solanum tuberosum L.) is of great concern due to the immense scope of multiple cropping all over the globe. The breakage of…
View article: Combined application of hot water treatment and eucalyptus leaf extract postpones seneṣcence in harvested green chilies by conserving their antioxidants: A sustainable approach
Combined application of hot water treatment and eucalyptus leaf extract postpones seneṣcence in harvested green chilies by conserving their antioxidants: A sustainable approach Open
Background Green chilies are grown in tropical and subtropical regions globally. Pakistan is the main stakeholder and plays a vital role in chili’s export. However, approximately 15% of the country's chili yield goes to waste due to inadeq…
View article: Postharvest starch and sugars adjustment in potato tubers of wide-ranging dormancy genotypes subjected to various sprout forcing techniques
Postharvest starch and sugars adjustment in potato tubers of wide-ranging dormancy genotypes subjected to various sprout forcing techniques Open
Development of an efficient, safe and environment-friendly technique to terminate tuber dormancy in potatoes ( Solanum tuberosum L.) is of great concern due to an immense scope of multiple cropping all over the globe. The breakage of tuber…
View article: Postharvest Eucalyptus Leaf Extract Application Extends the Sustainable Supply of Strawberries by Retaining Physicochemical Quality during Cold Storage
Postharvest Eucalyptus Leaf Extract Application Extends the Sustainable Supply of Strawberries by Retaining Physicochemical Quality during Cold Storage Open
Strawberry is a delicate fruit with a short shelf life after harvest. High metabolic activities and fungal decay deteriorate its quality. In an attempt to extend its shelf life and maintain its quality while retaining its antioxidant poten…
View article: Postharvest dormancy-related changes of endogenous hormones in relation to different dormancy-breaking methods of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) tubers
Postharvest dormancy-related changes of endogenous hormones in relation to different dormancy-breaking methods of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) tubers Open
Development of an efficient and eco-friendly technique to break tuber dormancy in potato ( Solanum tuberosum L.) is highly demanded due to the production of two or more crops annually. Several physiological and hormonal changes have been f…
View article: Impact of seed treatments on emergence, growth, seed yield and quality of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus L.)
Impact of seed treatments on emergence, growth, seed yield and quality of okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus L.) Open
Okra is one of the most important summer vegetables, which is vulnerable to biotic and abiotic factors, which adversely affect its germination, growth, and yield. So, this study was undertaken to evaluate the impact of different chemicals …
View article: Physiology of tuber dormancy and its mechanism of release in potato
Physiology of tuber dormancy and its mechanism of release in potato Open
The tuber dormancy is an important aspect of tuber’s physiological age and begins with tuber initiation. It is largely dependent on genotype, environmental conditions, and tuber age. The group Phureja among diploid potatoes, has a very sho…
View article: Optimizing Planting Method and Fertilizer Application Rate for Producing High Quality Nursery of Onion cv. Phulkara
Optimizing Planting Method and Fertilizer Application Rate for Producing High Quality Nursery of Onion cv. Phulkara Open
Onion (Allium cepa L.), locally famous as “Piaz”, occupies a prominent place among commercial crops of Pakistan, by supplementing the income of small/marginal land-hold farmers. One of the major constraints of onion farming i…
View article: Correlation Between True Seed and Tuber Dormancy in a Solanum Tuberosum Group Phureja × Stenotomum Population
Correlation Between True Seed and Tuber Dormancy in a Solanum Tuberosum Group Phureja × Stenotomum Population Open
Short tuber dormancy is desirable when multiple cropping seasons occur yearly, yet most potato cultivars were developed for regions with one growing season per year and have long dormancy.Although several methods exist for breaking tuber d…