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Agro-morphological description, genetic diversity and population structure of sugarcane varieties from sub-tropical India. [PDF]

3 Biotech, 2018
Siraree A, Banerjee N, Kumar S, Khan MS, Singh PK, Kumar S, Sharma S, Singh RK, Singh J.   +8 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Compost‐Based Organic Amendments and Synthetic Fertilisers Enhance Soil Health and Crop Yield Worldwide

Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Fertiliser management is central to achieving sustainable increases in crop productivity while maintaining soil health. Yet, it remains unclear how chemical fertilisers, organic amendments (OAs), or their combination have comparable effects on soil health at a global scale.
Mahnoor Hayat, Tadeo Sáez‐Sandino, Juntao Wang, Jiayu Li, Guiyao Zhou, Brajesh K. Singh   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Agricultural Growth Accounting and Total Factor Productivity in South Asia: A Review and Policy Implications [PDF]

Productivity growth in agriculture is essential for the development of the sector. This paper has reviewed the developments in agricultural productivity related to the South Asian countries, namely Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Hossain, Mahabub, Kumar, Praduman, Mittal, Surabhi   +2 more
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Toward a Robotic Future: Generational Shifts in the Acceptance of Social Robots on Brazilian Coffee Farms

Expert Systems, Volume 43, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT The selective migration of young people to urban centres has resulted in an ageing workforce within the Brazilian coffee sector, creating a growing demand for solutions that aid producers in crop management routines. Coffee production, the fourth largest in terms of gross national agricultural revenue, can benefit from technological support ...
Danilo Fernandes da Silva, Luiza Campbell Rocha, Gustavo José Giardini Lahr, Luiz H. A. Correia, André Pimenta Freire, André de Lima Salgado   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Potential of the Predatory Mites Gamasellodes lavafesii (Mesostigmata: Ascidae) and Cosmolaelaps mediocuspis (Mesostigmata: Laelapidae) on Different Soil Pests/Parasites and Alternative Prey for Large‐Scale Rearing

Journal of Applied Entomology, Volume 150, Issue 5, Page 562-572, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Many species of Mesostigmata soil mites have potential as biological control agents of pests/parasites. This study evaluated the predation potential of two of these species, Gamasellodes lavafesii (Ascidae) and Cosmolaelaps mediocuspis (Laelapidae).
A. R. A. Barros, J. P. I. Martin, G. J. Moraes, M. M. Inomoto, R. C. Castilho   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Political Cycles, Electricity Policy, and Mexico's Economy

Latin American Policy, Volume 17, Issue 2, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Electricity reform in Mexico should stimulate economic growth, improve energy efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This article evaluates the successes and failures of reform and draws lessons across political cycles by analyzing changes in political dynamics—often tied to policy reversals—and the legal framework during the pro ...
David Bonilla
wiley   +1 more source

Surface‐Engineered Dual‐Emission of Carbon Dots for Ratiometric Detection of Hydroxyl Radicals

Nanophotonics, Volume 15, Issue 9, 13 May 2026.
Oxidation‐engineered CDs with tunable dual emission (450/590 nm) exhibit oxidation state‐driven electron redistribution and core‐to‐surface transfer within 5 ps, achieving 59 nM ·OH detection via ratiometric sensing and enabling dual‐channel ·OH monitoring in onion cells.
Yatao Pan, Shihong Wang, Wenjing Zhang, Jing Ning, Jingchun Yang, Xia Ran, Lijun Guo   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Enhancing Corrosion Resistance and Mechanical Strength of 3D‐Printed Iron Polylactic Acid for Marine Applications via Laser Surface Texturing

Advanced Engineering Materials, Volume 28, Issue 9, 6 May 2026.
Laser surface texturing significantly improves the corrosion resistance and mechanical strength of 3D‐printed iron polylactic acid (Ir‐PLA) for marine applications. Optimal laser parameters reduce corrosion by 80% and enhance tensile strength by 25% and ductility by 15%.
Mohammad Rezayat, Mojtaba Karamimoghadam, Mohammadreza Lalegani Dezaki, Ali Zolfagharian, Giuseppe Casalino, Antonio Mateo, Mahdi Bodaghi   +6 more
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Biochar‐Based Materials for Electrochemical Energy Storage

ChemElectroChem, Volume 13, Issue 9, 5 May 2026.
Overview of biochar application in electrochemical energy storage. The global transition toward sustainable energy technologies is reshaping the design principles of electrochemical energy storage systems. Biochar, a tunable, carbon‐rich material derived from biomass, has emerged as a promising platform for next‐generation electrodes due to its ...
Valerio C. A. Ficca, Afef Dhaffouli, Rocco Cancelliere   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Private Sector Investment in Agricultural Research in Pakistan [PDF]

Private sector investment in agricultural research in Pakistan, although growing in importance, is limited at present and with a few exceptions, has not had a significant impact on agricultural production and productivity.
Joseph G. Nagy, Mumtaz Ahmad
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