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View article: A National Evaluation of Intercostal Chest Drain Removal Strategies
A National Evaluation of Intercostal Chest Drain Removal Strategies Open
Our results indicate that recurrent pneumothorax after ICD removal is a common complication of admission. Clamping trials are safe but do not appear to be associated with reduced rates of recurrent pneumothorax. An ultracautious approach u…
View article: Optimizing silicon fertilization for improved growth and yield in Boro rice
Optimizing silicon fertilization for improved growth and yield in Boro rice Open
In the present era, sustaining rice productivity is increasingly challenged by various biotic and abiotic stresses, nutrient imbalances, and climate variability, prompting interest in beneficial elements like silicon (Si) for enhancing pla…
View article: Effect of Different Doses of Herbicide (Magzin 70 WG) to Control Weeds in Brinjal Field
Effect of Different Doses of Herbicide (Magzin 70 WG) to Control Weeds in Brinjal Field Open
Effective weed management is always an important aspect in crop production. Of the all-possible weed control techniques including physical, chemical, mechanical, cultural and biological, use of chemical is always prioritized first to the f…
View article: Determination of Different Doses of Herbicide (CLIO) to Control Weeds in Maize Field
Determination of Different Doses of Herbicide (CLIO) to Control Weeds in Maize Field Open
Various weed management practices including physical, mechanical, biological and chemical methods are commonly applied by the farmers. Of all possible weed control practices, use of chemicals (herbicides) stands first and a large number of…
View article: Effect of Plant Population and Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield of Yard Long Bean (Vigna unguiculata)
Effect of Plant Population and Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield of Yard Long Bean (Vigna unguiculata) Open
The experiment was conducted at Agronomy Research Field of BARI, Gazipur during Kharif-1 seasons of 2020-21 and 2021-22 to evaluate the effect of manures and fertilizers and optimum plant population for higher yield of yard long bean. Two …
View article: Zinc supplementation boosts the yield performance of aromatic Boro rice (cv. BRRI dhan50)
Zinc supplementation boosts the yield performance of aromatic Boro rice (cv. BRRI dhan50) Open
Zinc (Zn) is an essential micronutrient that plays a vital role in various physiological and biochemical processes in rice. Its deficiency is a common nutritional disorder in rice growing regions, often leading to impaired growth and reduc…
View article: Bacillus safensis NI2B displays strong antagonistic activities against rice blast pathogen Pyricularia oryzae through the production of volatile compounds
Bacillus safensis NI2B displays strong antagonistic activities against rice blast pathogen Pyricularia oryzae through the production of volatile compounds Open
Seedling blasts in rice caused by the fungus Pyricularia oryzae are a major problem in nursery boxes. Microorganism-produced volatile compounds (VOCs) are emerging as promising candidates for the development of biofungicides as fumigants t…
View article: Enhancing wheat yield through strategic irrigation management
Enhancing wheat yield through strategic irrigation management Open
To assess the irrigation strategies, an experiment was conducted with three wheat varieties viz. BARI Gom-19, BARI Gom-21, and BARI Gom-24 and four levels of irrigation viz. no irrigation (control), one irrigation at the crown root initiat…
View article: Optimizing soil quality and mustard (Brassica juncea) yield through spacing and sesbania incorporation
Optimizing soil quality and mustard (Brassica juncea) yield through spacing and sesbania incorporation Open
Soil fertility is an important variable in achieving higher production scales. Sesbania is frequently utilized as an alternate material for soil fertility improvement since it improves the chemical characteristics of soil and supplies plan…
View article: Exploring the Urban-Rural Divide in Childhood Obesity: A Comprehensive Study of Socioeconomic, Dietary, and Lifestyle Determinants
Exploring the Urban-Rural Divide in Childhood Obesity: A Comprehensive Study of Socioeconomic, Dietary, and Lifestyle Determinants Open
Childhood obesity is a growing public health concern, influenced by various lifestyle and socioeconomic factors. This study explores the prevalence of obesity among urban and rural children and investigates its association with screen time…
View article: Peoples’ Perception about Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome
Peoples’ Perception about Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome Open
Background: The perception of the people in the community about nephrotic syndrome is varied. This was not previously studied in Bangladesh. Objective: To know the Peoples' perception about childhood nephrotic syndrome. Methods: A cross-se…
View article: Influence of sowing dates and weeding regimes on growth attributes and maize dry fodder yield
Influence of sowing dates and weeding regimes on growth attributes and maize dry fodder yield Open
Effective agricultural practices are pivotal for ensuring optimal crop yields and sustainable farming. Two critical factors that significantly influence crop productivity are the date of planting and the weeding regime. An experiment was c…
View article: Agronomic Management of Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.): A Review
Agronomic Management of Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.): A Review Open
The faba bean (Vicia faba L.) is a winter crop that can be cultivated as a versatile crop. It’s yield and quality being strongly influenced by environmental and agronomic factors, nutritional content, medicinal properties, and ability to f…
View article: Analysis of growth and instability in rice: a district level study in Maharashtra, India
Analysis of growth and instability in rice: a district level study in Maharashtra, India Open
Maharashtra state contributes 3.4% of rice area and 2.65% production of the country. Considering its importance in national rice basket, this study was undertaken to examine the growth rate and instability in area, production and yield of …
View article: Yield performance of aromatic fine rice as influenced by nitrogen fertilization and weed control techniques
Yield performance of aromatic fine rice as influenced by nitrogen fertilization and weed control techniques Open
Nitrogen fertilization and weed management is the major concern to yield maximization of rice. The study was conducted to assess the influence of nitrogen and weed control to yield improvement of aromatic rice BRRI dhan34. The experiment i…
View article: Integrated effect of bio-slurry with chemical fertilizers on the performance of mustard varieties
Integrated effect of bio-slurry with chemical fertilizers on the performance of mustard varieties Open
To assess the importance of bio-slurry in combination with chemical fertilizers on the yield of mustard, a field experiment was conducted at the Agronomy Field Laboratory, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Mymensingh. Four varietie…
View article: Optimizing planting times and weed management for enhanced yield and nutritional quality of baby corn and green fodder
Optimizing planting times and weed management for enhanced yield and nutritional quality of baby corn and green fodder Open
A study was carried out to ascertain the impact of planting time and weeding schedule on the yield and quality of baby corn. The trial included three planting times viz. 15 November, 15 December and 14 January and five levels of weeding re…
View article: Soil Applied Zinc Fertilizer Enhanced Yield and Yield Components of Wheat
Soil Applied Zinc Fertilizer Enhanced Yield and Yield Components of Wheat Open
Zinc (Zn) deficiency significantly affects the yield and quality of crops across vast areas of cultivable land globally, given the essential role of micronutrients in plant metabolic processes. A field experiment was conducted at the Agron…
View article: Foliar supplementation of phosphorus and zinc enhanced the yield of Boro rice
Foliar supplementation of phosphorus and zinc enhanced the yield of Boro rice Open
Supplying phosphorus and zinc through foliar supplementation can be beneficial for crops experiencing higher demand compared to supply from soil. Phosphorus and zinc, an important micronutrient significantly influence various yield compone…
View article: Differences of Maize Fodder Yield and Crop Attributes under Different Irrigation and Nutrient Management
Differences of Maize Fodder Yield and Crop Attributes under Different Irrigation and Nutrient Management Open
Irrigation and nutrient management are two vital components of modern agriculture playing crucial roles in ensuring optimal plant growth, maximizing crop yields and sustaining agricultural productivity. A field trial was conducted to evalu…
View article: Improvement of Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Faba Bean (Vicia Faba L.) through Seed Priming
Improvement of Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Faba Bean (Vicia Faba L.) through Seed Priming Open
In a lab experiment using seed priming, the faba bean (Vicia faba L.) seed germination and seedling development were studied. Twenty different priming techniques were utilized in the study, each comprising varying concentrations of NaOCI, …
View article: Development of a PCR-based assay for specific and sensitive detection of Fusarium buharicum from infected okra plant
Development of a PCR-based assay for specific and sensitive detection of Fusarium buharicum from infected okra plant Open
Fusarium wilt, caused by the fungus Fusarium buharicum , is an emerging disease of okra in Japan. The disease was first reported in Japan in 2015, causing significant damage to okra seedlings. Due to the potential threat in okra cultivatio…