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Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023

  • Trichoderma Bio-inoculant Promotes the Growth and Yield of Pepper (Capsicum annuum L): An Open Field Trial

    Lanvin Rochal Kepngop Kouokap, Pierre Eke, Vanessa Nya Dinango, Diane Youmbi Yimta, Pierre Gilbert Ghomsi Tamghe, Germain Kansci, Louise Nana Wakam

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 41-49
    Received: 27 December 2022
    Accepted: 20 January 2023
    Published: 29 May 2023
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    Abstract: Trichoderma is a ubiquitous fungal genus widely used in agriculture. Their ability to mininize fertiliser dosage, pesticide rationing, and increase crops yield have offered huge avenues for sustainable agriculture. Nonetheless, given the diversity of the world's agro-ecosystems, their widespread adoption has been restricted. This work aimed at inve... Show More
  • Effect of Harvesting Stage on Cowpea Leaf Nutrient Composition

    Gitau Jane Wanjiku, Gathungu Geofrey Kingori, Kiramana James Kirimi

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 50-59
    Received: 14 May 2023
    Accepted: 5 June 2023
    Published: 20 June 2023
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    Abstract: Cowpea leaves are enjoyed as vegetables in many parts of Africa as they contain a lot of antioxidants, micronutrients and nutraceuticals whose deficiency is prevalent among people in Sub-Saharan Africa. Cowpea leaves undergo several physiological and metabolic changes during their maturity stages which may affect their nutritional content. However,... Show More
  • Yield Loss Assessment and Fungicides Valuation for the Control of Head Smudge (Helmintosporium miyakei) Disease of Tef in West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia

    Ashenafi Gemechu Degete

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 60-67
    Received: 12 May 2023
    Accepted: 8 June 2023
    Published: 27 June 2023
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    Abstract: Tef head smudge disease caused by Helmintosporium miyakei is among the widely distributed tef disease in Ethiopia. Currently, an evaluation of different fungicides for the control of tef head smudge and yield loss quantification is very crucial. Therefore, this study aimed to identify effective fungicide(s) for the control of head smudge disease an... Show More
  • Evaluating the Adaptability of Different Released Onion (Allium cepa L.) Varieties in West Shewa, Ambo

    Yohannes Atnafu

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 68-72
    Received: 25 May 2023
    Accepted: 15 June 2023
    Published: 27 June 2023
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    Abstract: Onion (Allium cepa) belongs to the family Liliaceae, an important group of crops worldwide. The production and productivity of onion in West Showa are constrained by different factors such as lack of adopted improved varieties, pest and disease attack and poor cultural practice. Thus, this study was initiated to test the best adaptable onion variet... Show More
  • Seedling and Adult Plant Resistance to Stem Rust (Puccinia graminis f.sp. tritici) in Selected Ethiopian Durum Wheat Landraces, Cultivars, and CIMMYT Advanced Lines

    Ashenafi Gemechu Degete, Gizachew Hirpa Regasa, Habtamu Tesfaye Ayehu, Shitaye Homa Megersa, Kitesa Gutu

    Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 73-81
    Received: 20 May 2023
    Accepted: 12 June 2023
    Published: 27 June 2023
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    Abstract: Breeding wheat for stem rust resistance caused by Puccinia graminis f.sp. tritici (Pgt) is a priority work worldwide including Ethiopia. Most of the major stem rust resistance genes deployed in commercial durum wheat cultivars and breeding lines succumb to emerging races in Ethiopia. In this study, 156 durum wheat accessions consisted of cultivars,... Show More