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Observation Bias in Metabarcoding
ABSTRACT DNA metabarcoding is subject to observation bias associated with PCR and sequencing, which can result in observed read proportions differing from actual species proportions in the DNA extract. Here, we amplify and sequence a mock community of known composition containing marine fishes and cetaceans using four different primer sets and a ...
Megan R. Shaffer+5 more
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Cucurbit aphid‐borne yellows virus: A growing but overlooked threat to global cucurbit production
Cucurbit aphid‐borne yellows virus (CABYV) presents a significant threat to cucurbit crops worldwide. In this description of a plant virus we review what is currently known about this plant virus. Abstract Cucurbit aphid‐borne yellows virus (CABYV) presents a significant threat to cucurbit crops worldwide.
M. P. Rabadán+2 more
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Objective: To compare the physiologically active substances, antioxidant and antidiabetic activities in vitro of bitter melon fruit and leaf extract. Methods: Total polyphenol and flavonoid contents were measured using spectrophotometrically by gallic ...
Eun-Sun Hwang
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Repetitive Movements in Melon Cultivation Workers under Greenhouses [PDF]
Musculoskeletal disorders cause serious problems that affect workers in many sectors. The objective of this study is the ergonomic analysis of melon cultivation farmers in Almeria-type greenhouses.
Callejón Ferre, Ángel Jesús+4 more
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Explaining the source of racial disparities in market facilitation program payments
Abstract This paper provides new insights on the distribution of agricultural government payments by farm operator race and the sources of disparities. We use farm‐level data from the Census of Agriculture to estimate the payments each farm was eligible to receive from the 2018 and 2019 Market Facilitation Program.
Nathan P. Hendricks+4 more
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The Ravages, Life History, Weights of Stages, Natural Enemies and Methods of Control of the Melon Fly (Dacus Cucurbitae Coq.) [PDF]
Henry H. P. Severin+2 more
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Annotated world bibliography of host fruits of Bactrocera latifrons (Hendel) (Diptera: Tephritidae) [PDF]
Bactrocera latifrons (Hendel) (Diptera: Tephritidae) infests fruits and vegetables of a number of different plant species, with host plants primarily found in the plant families Solanaceae and Cucurbitaceae. Although B.
Liquido, Nicanor J., McQuate, Grant T.
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Health coverage and farmworker productivity
Abstract Farmworkers are often subject to hazardous working conditions, experience a disparity in health insurance coverage, and are vulnerable to chronic health conditions and injury. Although recent health care mandates have improved access to healthcare, many agricultural employers still do not offer coverage for their employees. Because farmworkers
Zachariah Rutledge+2 more
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TEST RESULTS FOR CLONES OF GARLIC
A large number of forms and varieties of garlic created in the selection process allowed this culture to spread almost all over the world: in temperate regions, in subtropics and even in tropical regions. Currently, the world's acreage of garlic is 1.438
B. S. Salomov, M. H. Aramov
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Evaluation of the nutrient composition of some unconventional feedstuffs [PDF]
A trial was carried out to evaluate the nutrient composition of some unconventional feedstuffs to ascertain their suitability for incorporation into fish feed.
Akalonu, M.N.+2 more
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