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Combining phenotypic, physiological, and multi‐omics studies to provide new insights on the role of 2,4‐epibrassinolide in regulation of seed shattering in Elymus sibiricus L.

Grassland Research, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Seed shattering limits the production of Elymus sibiricus L., and application of exogenous brassinosteroid significantly alleviates plant organ abscission. Methods To explore the potential regulatory network of brassinosteroid on seed shattering, the abscission zone of E. sibiricus cv. Lanyu No.
Huanhuan Lu, Yiyang Wan, Liuban Tang, Yongsen Qiu, Yancui Zhao, Yuying Zheng, Wengang Xie   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of climatic conditions and agro-ecological settings on the productive efficiencies of small-holder farmers in Ethopia [PDF]

This study argues that the adaptation measures farmers take to reduce the negative impacts of climate change do affect farmers’ efficiency of production. To support this argument, two steps were followed to understand how climatic factors especially long
Temesgen Tadesse Deressa
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Towards Water, Food and Energy Security: The Global Challenges and Possible Solutions for a Holistic Vision of Sustainability

Irrigation and Drainage, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This invited paper gives an overview of the challenges the world is facing and offers a possible solution for water and food security within the holistic integrated concept of the water–energy–food (WEF) nexus. The paper summarizes the experience the author gained through working on various research projects at national and international ...
Ragab Ragab
wiley   +1 more source

Phenotypic characterization of Nguni goats in four agro-ecological zones of Limpopo province, South Africa.

PLoS ONE
The study was conducted to phenotypically characterize Nguni goats from four agro-ecological zones of Limpopo province, South Africa. A total of 426 goats were sampled from four agro-ecological zones.
Madumetja Cyril Mathapo, Joseph Thinawanga Mugwabana, Thobela Louis Tyasi   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Drivers and Challenges of Micro‐Irrigation Adoption and Intensity in India: A Study of Four States

Irrigation and Drainage, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT India's food security relies substantially on groundwater, but inefficient irrigation is seriously depleting this resource. Micro‐irrigation (MI) improves irrigation application efficiency and productivity, yet adoption remains low. This study examines MI adoption across four major Indian states—Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and ...
Gurpreet Singh, Vasant P. Gandhi, Arnab K. Laha   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Serum Progesterone and Estradiol-17β Profiles in Nili Ravi Buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) with and without Dystocia [PDF]

Pakistan Veterinary Journal, 2012
The aim of this study was to compare serum hormone profiles (progesterone and estradiol-17β) in buffaloes with dystocia and unassisted calving in three agro-ecological zones of Punjab, Pakistan.
Muhammad Amjad Ali, Laeeq Akbar Lodhi and Faiz-ul-Hassan1*
doaj  

Remote Sensing for Irrigation Water Management—The State of the Art and Prospects for Near‐Future Operations

Irrigation and Drainage, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT A recent UN report describes many regions as facing ‘water bankruptcy,’ a condition in which available water resources can no longer meet existing demands. In practice, this means irrigation will likely bear the greatest burden of future water‐use reductions, a complicated and fraught decision to make given its critical role in food security ...
Wim G. M. Bastiaanssen, Chris Perry, Royce Dalby, Yasir Mohamed, Xueliang Cai, Poolad Karimi, IJsbrand de Jong, Pasquale Steduto, Marat Beksultanov, Christopher C. M. Neale, David Molden, Waqas Awan, Laarousi Mohamed, Jippe Hoogeveen, Jeff Davids, Nutchanart Sriwongsitanon, P. S. Rao, Roula Bachour, Palitha Bandara, Sophea Chhim, Richard Evans, Tom Lahad, D. Nagesh Kumar, Zakaria Adawy, Devendra Singh Bundela, Kawa Hakzi, Isaya Kisekka, Nicolas Puelma, Alejandro A. Pannunzio, Benjamin Koetz, Mukhiddin Ibragimov   +30 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multidimensional analysis of household food security in Northwestern Ethiopia’s agroecologies

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Food security is a critical issue and a key priority in the policy agendas of developing nations. Despite agro ecology’s potential to enhance sustainable food production in Ethiopia; achieving food security remains a critical challenge particularly in ...
Tewodros Adane Nega, Bamlaku Alamirew Alemu, Koyachew Enkuahone Kassie   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Assessment of the SOILWAT model for predicting soil hydro-physical characteristics in three agro-ecological zones in Nigeria

International Soil and Water Conservation Research, 2018
Soil hydro-physical characteristics influence soil nutrients availability and consequently affect crop performance. However, field determination of these properties for effective management of water for irrigation is laborious, time consuming and ...
OrevaOghene Aliku, Suarau O. Oshunsanya
doaj   +1 more source

Wholesale Markets as Governance Entities: Institutional Coordination of Trader Marketing in Nigerian Agri‐Food Markets

Journal of International Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Coordinated marketing activities can be an important mechanism for negotiating prices and reducing transaction and transportation costs in food supply chains. Yet there are few studies on the prevalence and drivers of the choice of undertaking coordinated marketing by food wholesale markets.
Daniel A. Babalola, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool‐Tasie, Yinka Kolade, Thomas Reardon, Ayala Wineman   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source