Yahia A. Othman
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View article: Influence of Trichoderma harzianum on growth, yield and quality of lettuce (Lactuca sativa) grown under a hydroponic system
Influence of Trichoderma harzianum on growth, yield and quality of lettuce (Lactuca sativa) grown under a hydroponic system Open
Lettuce is a valuable source of iron, vitamins, fiber, and phenolic compounds with health benefits. Enhancing its yield while preserving these compounds is essential for improving its nutritional value. The objectives of this study were to…
View article: Assessing the drought tolerance of some sesame genotypes using agro-morphological, physiological, and drought tolerance indices
Assessing the drought tolerance of some sesame genotypes using agro-morphological, physiological, and drought tolerance indices Open
Background One significant abiotic stressor that harms sesame productivity globally is drought. This investigation used six sesame genotypes to measure variance in many variables under irrigated and terminal drought stress environments. Gr…
View article: Comparative analysis of lily responses to elevated salinity in irrigation water: Effects on physiology, anatomy, and postharvest flower quality
Comparative analysis of lily responses to elevated salinity in irrigation water: Effects on physiology, anatomy, and postharvest flower quality Open
Saline water irrigation presents a significant challenge in agriculture, especially in regions with water scarcity and soil salinity. Lilies are economically significant ornamental plants renowned for their aesthetic value and commercial i…
View article: Leaf Orientation Method as a Proxy for Sensing Nitrogen and Water Deficit in Tomato Plants
Leaf Orientation Method as a Proxy for Sensing Nitrogen and Water Deficit in Tomato Plants Open
Precision field management and modeling crop growth requires precise, efficient, timely, nondestructive, and cost-effective measurements of structural component including leaf area index (LAI) and leaf orientation based on the foliage mean…
View article: Evaluating the Performance of Cocopeat and Volcanic Tuff in Soilless Cultivation of Roses
Evaluating the Performance of Cocopeat and Volcanic Tuff in Soilless Cultivation of Roses Open
Roses are increasingly being grown in soilless systems to increase productivity and reduce the challenges associated with soil-based cultivation. This study investigates the effects of using cocopeat and volcanic tuff substrates, the parti…
View article: Pre-Harvest Chemical Compounds Influence Lily (Lilium × elegans) Leaf and Flower Indigenous Phenols, Flavonoids and Gibberellic Acid Levels
Pre-Harvest Chemical Compounds Influence Lily (Lilium × elegans) Leaf and Flower Indigenous Phenols, Flavonoids and Gibberellic Acid Levels Open
The global cut flower industry, including lilies, represents a highly promising investment. Therefore, improving the quantity and quality of these commercially significant flower species is crucial. The objectives of this study were to (1)…
View article: Can Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Enhance Crop Productivity and Quality in Hydroponics? A Meta-Analysis
Can Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Enhance Crop Productivity and Quality in Hydroponics? A Meta-Analysis Open
Finding environmentally friendly solutions for crop growth and productivity has been gaining more attention recently. This meta-analysis aims to understand the combined application of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and hydroponic syste…
View article: Bulb yield, macromineral and phytochemical contents of garlic varieties grown with phosphorus fertilization in calcareous soil
Bulb yield, macromineral and phytochemical contents of garlic varieties grown with phosphorus fertilization in calcareous soil Open
The objectives of this study were to investigate the effects of phosphorus (P) fertilizer application on bulb yield, macromineral and phytochemical contents of two garlic (Allium sativum) varieties 'Balady' and 'Northern White' grown in ca…
View article: Habitat Selection to Reintroduce Iris bismarckiana in Semi-Arid Environments
Habitat Selection to Reintroduce Iris bismarckiana in Semi-Arid Environments Open
Conservation of endangered plant species in their indigenous regions is of crucial importance, especially for those grown in semi-arid regions. The objectives of this study were to explore the Nazareth iris’s (Iris bismarckiana) natural ha…
View article: Holding solution pH and composition consistently improve vase life of rose, lily and gerbera
Holding solution pH and composition consistently improve vase life of rose, lily and gerbera Open
We assessed the influence of postharvest pulsing solutions pH and composition on cut flower quality of rose (Rosa hybrida cvs. Avalanche and Black Magic), gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii cv. Beaudine) and lily (Lilium × elegans cv. Fangio) unde…
View article: Forest Health Assessment in Four Jordanian Reserves Located in Semi-Arid Environments
Forest Health Assessment in Four Jordanian Reserves Located in Semi-Arid Environments Open
Healthy forests are essential to human life because they provide food, energy, and other benefits including carbon sequestration. The objective of this study was to assess the forests health status in Mediterranean ecosystems, specifically…
View article: Lilium morphology, physiology, anatomy and postharvest flower quality in response to plant growth regulators
Lilium morphology, physiology, anatomy and postharvest flower quality in response to plant growth regulators Open
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are chemical compounds that can potentially stimulate cut flowers growth and development and play key regulatory roles in plant responses to the surrounding environment. The aim of this study was to assess ho…
View article: Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks
Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks Open
Soil and irrigation water salinity are major limiting factor to citrus industry in arid environments. The objective of this study was to assess the effects of different salt stress levels on growth and ion uptake of three-month-old citrus …
View article: Effect of foliar application of amino acid biostimulants on growth, macronutrient, total phenol contents and antioxidant activity of soilless grown lettuce cultivars
Effect of foliar application of amino acid biostimulants on growth, macronutrient, total phenol contents and antioxidant activity of soilless grown lettuce cultivars Open
Biostimulants containing amino acids and minerals have been used commercially to promote plant growth, yield and nutritive value of food crops. Limited studies on biostimulants application are available on lettuce production in soilless sy…
View article: Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks
Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks Open
Sour orange (Citrus aurantium L.) and Volkamer Lemon (Citrus volkameriana) are two multiple use species that are generally grown as rootstock for sweet oranges. They comprise over 70% of the rootstocks used in Jordan for various citrus sci…
View article: Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks
Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks Open
Sour orange (Citrus aurantium L.) and Volkamer Lemon (Citrus volkameriana) are two multiple use species that are generally grown as rootstock for sweet oranges. They comprise over 70% of the rootstocks used in Jordan for various citrus sci…
View article: Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks
Salinity level influenced morpho-physiology and nutrient uptake of young citrus rootstocks Open
Sour orange (Citrus aurantium L.) and Volkamer Lemon (Citrus volkameriana) are two multiple use species that are generally grown as rootstock for sweet oranges. They comprise over 70% of the rootstocks used in Jordan for various citrus sci…
View article: Assessment of Small-Extent Forest Fires in Semi-Arid Environment in Jordan Using Sentinel-2 and Landsat Sensors Data
Assessment of Small-Extent Forest Fires in Semi-Arid Environment in Jordan Using Sentinel-2 and Landsat Sensors Data Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the separability potential of Sentinel-2A (MultiSpectral Instrument, MSI) and Landsat (Operational Land Imager, OLI and Thermal Infrared Sensor, TIRS) derived indices for detecting small-extent (…
View article: Anatomical Assessment of Skin Separation in Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera L. var. Mejhoul) Fruit during Maturation and Ripening Stages
Anatomical Assessment of Skin Separation in Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera L. var. Mejhoul) Fruit during Maturation and Ripening Stages Open
Skin separation (puffiness) is a critical physiological disorder that significantly reduces the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) fruit’s visual appearance and quality. The objectives of this study were to analyze fruit anatomy in skin-se…
View article: Effect of Using Trichoderma spp. on Turfgrass Quality under Different Levels of Salinity
Effect of Using Trichoderma spp. on Turfgrass Quality under Different Levels of Salinity Open
Lawns achieve environmental, functional, and aesthetical roles in urban environments. The objectives of this research were to assess the effect of different salinity levels on Trichoderma isolates and to study the effect of Trichoderma spp…
View article: Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Inoculation Improves Flower Yield and Postharvest Quality Component of Gerbera Grown under Different Salinity Levels
Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Inoculation Improves Flower Yield and Postharvest Quality Component of Gerbera Grown under Different Salinity Levels Open
High salinity levels of irrigated water and the accumulation of salt over time in the soil is a major concern worldwide, including in Jordan. The objective of this two-year study was to assess the influence of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi …
View article: Deep planting improved stem root growth, flower yield and quality of Lilium cultivars
Deep planting improved stem root growth, flower yield and quality of Lilium cultivars Open
Lily species are considered one of the most important cut flowers worldwide. With annual production of 282 million flowers and total value of $200 million, lily is among the top five cut flower species auctioned in the international flower…
View article: Degradable Mulch as an Alternative to Polyethylene for Watermelon Production
Degradable Mulch as an Alternative to Polyethylene for Watermelon Production Open
Polyethylene mulch is widely used for vegetable production in the United States as a tool to conserve water, control weeds, and produce earlier and cleaner products (i.e., less attached soil). However, the increasing labor costs for mulch …
View article: Deep planting improved stem root growth, flower yield and quality of Lilium cultivars
Deep planting improved stem root growth, flower yield and quality of Lilium cultivars Open
Lily species are considered one of the most important cut flowers worldwide. With annual production of 282 million flowers and total value of $200 million, lily is among the top five cut flower species auctioned in the international flower…
View article: Heavy Metals and Microbes Accumulation in Soil and Food Crops Irrigated with Wastewater and the Potential Human Health Risk: A Metadata Analysis
Heavy Metals and Microbes Accumulation in Soil and Food Crops Irrigated with Wastewater and the Potential Human Health Risk: A Metadata Analysis Open
Wastewater is actively used for irrigation of vegetable and forage crops in arid lands due to water scarcity and cost advantages. The objective of this review was to assess the effect of wastewater (mixture sources) reuse in irrigation on …
View article: Direct Seeding and Transplanting Influence Root Dynamics, Morpho-Physiology, Yield, and Head Quality of Globe Artichoke
Direct Seeding and Transplanting Influence Root Dynamics, Morpho-Physiology, Yield, and Head Quality of Globe Artichoke Open
The objective of this two-year field study was to assess the influence of stand establishment methods (direct seeding or transplanting) on root growth dynamics, shoot morphology, leaf physiology, yield, and quality of globe artichoke (Cyna…