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Salinity inundation, profitability, and rice farming exits in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam

open access: yesJournal of the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association, EarlyView.
Abstract We analyze how salinity affects rice profitability and land use in the Vietnam Mekong Delta with a 3‐year data set from 758 rice‐producing households. Our findings reveal a substantial impact of salinity exposure on rice profits at the field level, with high salinity reducing average profits by over 75%.
Bradford Mills   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

A dual approach using response surface methodology and machine learning for optimization and enhancement of microalgae‐based municipal wastewater treatment

open access: yesJournal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Municipal wastewater comprises both organic and inorganic contaminants. Especially in rural areas, conventional municipal treatment plants primarily focus on carbon removal; therefore, nutrient removal should be prioritized for preventing environmental pollution. Mixotrophic microalgae such as Nannochloropsis sp.
Iremsu Kayan, Nilgun Ayman Oz
wiley   +1 more source

Exploring soil erosion in the lake basins of Michoacán, Mexico: From sediment cores to conservation policies

open access: yesJournal of Quaternary Science, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Understanding soil erosion, its history and links to potential drivers such as land use (particularly agriculture and deforestation), different cultural perspectives and climate change are crucial for the development of effective management and conservation strategies.
Jahzeel Aguilera Lara, SARAH E. Metcalfe
wiley   +1 more source

Finding MeOH: A literature review on methods for the determination of methanol in Lambanog and alcoholic beverages

open access: yesJSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Lambanog is a popular traditional alcoholic beverage in the Philippines. It plays an important role in special festivities and events, particularly in rural communities. Lambanog is a transparent white liquor made from fermented coconut flower sap.
Kristine Anne A. Ladines   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cage aquaculture production in Zambia: Assessment of opportunities and challenges on Lake Kariba, Siavonga district

open access: yesEgyptian Journal of Aquatic Research, 2019
Cage aquaculture is among the recent innovations that have attracted great attention in fish production in most African countries. In Zambia, cage aquaculture has recorded significant growth to even emerge as the largest contributor to the total national
Oliver J. Hasimuna   +3 more
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The anthocyanin‐enriched extract of Vaccinium corymbosum exerted in vitro and ex vivo antiproliferative and anti‐inflammatory activities

open access: yesJSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Vaccinium corymbosum berries represent a source of anthocyanins and polyphenols studied and tested for their healthy potential. The present study was aimed at isolating, characterizing, and quantifying the anthocyanin‐enriched fraction obtained from blueberry and at assessing its biological and protective effects against head and ...
Giuseppe Falcone   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Physical analysis and sensory properties of okra pectin chocolate during storage

open access: yesJSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The quality of chocolate during storage influences its consumer acceptability. In this study, quality grading of chocolate formulated with okra pectin was evaluated for its sensory characteristics (texture, appearance, aroma, flavour, mouthfeel and aftertaste) simultaneously with instrumental texture and colour analysis to assess ...
Gifty Williams   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

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