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Trophic Diversity in Duckweed: Mixotrophy, More Than the Sum of its Extremes

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
In the context of rising DOC in aquatic environments, mixotrophic duckweed may impact carbon cycling by acting as either a carbon sink, as they absorb CO2 through photosynthesis, or a carbon source, as they release CO2 through respiration of absorbed DOC, which depends on DOC concentration, light availability, temperature, and other environmental ...
Zuoliang Sun, Yan Chen, Fajun Li, Xuyao Zhao, Qingxiang Han, Hongwei Hou   +5 more
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Design of an Intelligent PH Sensor for Aquaculture Industry [PDF]

, 2011
Automatic monitoring and controlling system is essential for improvement of aquaculture industry. This paper presents an intelligent PH sensor that applied to water quality monitoring. It involved signal processing, self-calibration. Using low power and high performance microcontroller MSP430F149, Smart Transducer Interface Module (STIM) based on ...
Haijiang Tai, Qisheng Ding, Daoliang Li, Yaoguang Wei   +3 more
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Sustainable Productivity Growth in Agriculture: The Role of Shifts in R&D Investments and Technology

Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The objective of the paper is to evaluate the long‐term prospects of sustainable productivity growth linked to plausible assumptions on public agricultural R&D investments as the key productivity driver. Second, it investigates the role of changing R&D focus from yield maximization to input saving technologies (fertilizers and pesticides). The
Zuzana Smeets Křístková, Michiel van Dijk, Robert M'Barek, Hans van Meijl, Tomas Ratinger   +4 more
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Agricultural Diversification at the Margin. Strategies and Determinants in Italian Mountain and Remote Areas

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This paper explores the convergence in on‐farm diversification strategies of agricultural holdings, between remote areas and more central ones. Using Italian farm‐level data, we explore the determinants of diversification strategies across farms.
Gianluca Grilli, Francesco Pagliacci, Paola Gatto   +2 more
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Aquaculture wastewater management in Nigeria's fisheries industry for sustainable aquaculture practices

Scientific African
La contaminación ambiental derivada de las aguas residuales de la acuicultura es cada vez más importante en Nigeria a medida que la industria de la acuicultura continúa creciendo para satisfacer las necesidades de proteína animal del país y aliviar su crisis de inseguridad alimentaria.
Akinloye Emmanuel Ojewole, Prince Emeka Ndimele, Ademuyiwa Hafiz Oladele, Abdulwakil Olawale Saba, Ibrahim Olawale Oladipupo, Catherine Oluwalopeye Ojewole, Kehinde Moyosola Ositimehin, Abiodun Samson Oluwasanmi, Oluwatobi Samson Kalejaye   +8 more
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First experience of cultivating African catfish (Clarias gariepinus Burchell, 1822) under natural temperature conditions in water bodies of Polissiya of Ukraine

Ribogospodarsʹka Nauka Ukraïni
Purpose. Establishing the possibility to cultivate African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) in ponds and pools under water temperature conditions typical for the Polissya region of Ukraine during the growing season.
M. Zadorozhnii, V. Bekh
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The Power of Unity: Collective Action and Smallholder Agricultural Performance in West Africa

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT We analyze the impact of collective action through farmer‐based organizations (FBOs) on smallholders' farm performance and income inequality in Ghana, Benin, The Gambia, and Mali. We find that FBO membership increases cereal yield in Ghana and The Gambia, legume yield in Mali, ruminant numbers in Benin and The Gambia, and total farm income in ...
Emmanuel Donkor, Bright Owusu Asante, David Boansi, Victor Owusu   +3 more
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Deep-sea Aquaculture Progress and Development Measures in China

Haiyang Kaifa yu guanli, 2022
In order to improve offshore eco-environment, guarantee national food security, as well as promote the implementation of "blue carbon plan" and the sustainable development of marine fishery economy, this paper overviewed the domestic and international ...
Kankan WU, Qingsheng LI, Haiping HUANG, Keliang CHEN   +3 more
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The role of venture‐financed startups in innovation for US agriculture

American Journal of Agricultural Economics, EarlyView.
Abstract To evaluate the role played by startup companies in the innovation ecosystem of US agriculture, we compile a unique dataset of 6024 new entrants founded 1987–2019 that details their financing lifecycles, annual economic performance, and patenting activities.
Gregory D. Graff, Charles A. W. de Grazia, Nicholas E. Rada   +2 more
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Integrating One Health to Mitigate the Emergence and Spread of Antimicrobial Resistance in Livestock and Aquaculture

Animal Research and One Health, EarlyView.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an escalating global threat driven by antimicrobial use in aquaculture and livestock. Resistant pathogens and genes can spread across humans, animals, and the environment through interconnected ecosystems. Using a One Health approach, this review emphasizes antimicrobial stewardship, regulatory strengthening, enhanced ...
Mir Mohammad Ali, Delower Hossain, Ridwan Olamilekan Adesola, Anum Hanif, Shamsaldeen Ibrahim Saeed, Muhammad Abdul Mannan, Anoar Jamai Masroure, Kazi Estieque Alam, Md Kamal Hossain, Sabiha Zarin Tasnim Bristi, Md Jisan Ahmed   +10 more
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