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Scope and Review of Photovoltaic Solar Water Pumping System as a Sustainable Solution Enhancing Water Use Efficiency in Irrigation
Vishwa Nath Maurya,
G. Ogubazghi,
Badri Prasad Misra,
Avadhseh Kumar Maurya,
Diwinder Kaur Arora
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
Pages:
1-8
Received:
5 June 2015
Accepted:
25 June 2015
Published:
1 July 2015
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajbes.20150101.11
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Abstract: Present paper aims to discuss scope and limitations of photovoltaic solar water pumping system. Components and functioning of PV solar pumping system are described. In addition, review of research works of previous noteworthy researchers has also been done. Irrigation is well established procedure on many farms in world and is practiced on various levels around the world. It allows diversification of crops, while increasing crop yields. However, typical irrigation systems consume a great amount of conventional energy through the use of electric motors and generators powered by fuel. Photovoltaic energy can find many applications in agriculture, providing electrical energy in various cases, particularly in areas without an electric grid. In this paper the description of reviews on a photovoltaic irrigation system, is presented. Since various irrigation points of organization are located in areas without an electric grid, photovoltaic cells can provide the necessary power for the operation of this automatic irrigation system. To further enhance the daily pumping rates tracking arrays can be implemented. This system demonstrates the feasibility and application of using solar PV to provide energy for the pumping requirements for sprinkler irrigation.
Abstract: Present paper aims to discuss scope and limitations of photovoltaic solar water pumping system. Components and functioning of PV solar pumping system are described. In addition, review of research works of previous noteworthy researchers has also been done. Irrigation is well established procedure on many farms in world and is practiced on various ...
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Effectiveness Performance Analysis of Soil Minerals (Fe/Zn) on Soil Fertility and Cropping Patterns Using X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) and ANOVA Method
Vishwa Nath Maurya,
Bijay Singh,
Swammy Vashist,
Ghebrebrhan Ogubazghi,
Vijay Vir Singh
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
Pages:
9-18
Received:
5 June 2015
Accepted:
25 June 2015
Published:
1 July 2015
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajbes.20150101.12
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Abstract: Present study envisages assessing partitioning of soil minerals (Fe/Zn) into seeds and distribution of minerals within plant, effects of foliar Fe [Ferrous sulphate (2%)] application on seed iron and zinc content. Here, our objective is to carry out effectiveness performance analysis of soil minerals (Fe/Zn) on soil fertility and cropping patterns using X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) and ANOVA method. In Rwanda, Common beans are grown under quite diverse conditions including soil fertility, rain fall, and cropping system. Mineral concentrations in seeds were assessed at harvest using X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF). Genotypes were significantly different in their iron and zinc content with the means ranging between 51-126 ppm for iron and 28-45 ppm for zinc. Foliar iron application showed significant effect on some of the varieties in Rubona 2012A and Akanyirandoli 2012B and no significant effects on other varieties (bush and climbing) grown in Rubona and Akanyirandoli 2012A. Plant height has no significant effect on seed iron and zinc accumulation. Genetic and environmental interactions for bean seed concentration in iron and zinc was observed across sites at p < 0.001.
Abstract: Present study envisages assessing partitioning of soil minerals (Fe/Zn) into seeds and distribution of minerals within plant, effects of foliar Fe [Ferrous sulphate (2%)] application on seed iron and zinc content. Here, our objective is to carry out effectiveness performance analysis of soil minerals (Fe/Zn) on soil fertility and cropping patterns ...
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Impact of Some Significant Aspects for Intern’s Job Satisfaction and Performance Using Student’s T-Test and ANOVA Method
Vishwa Nath Maurya,
Chandra K. Jaggi,
Swammy Vashist,
G. Ogubazghi,
Dharmendra Kumar Varshney,
Avadhesh Kumar Maurya,
Diwinder Kaur Arora
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
Pages:
19-26
Received:
6 June 2015
Accepted:
25 June 2015
Published:
1 July 2015
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajbes.20150101.13
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Abstract: In this paper, we focus on the study of affecting interns’ towards job satisfaction and job performance; a case study of some renowned hotels located in Lucknow, New Delhi-NCR, Jaipur (India). Based on previous studies, nine key factors were found to measure the relationship between each other. These nine key factors are job clarity, job conflict, job freedom, payment, perceived supervisor support, physical working condition, workload, job satisfaction, and job performance. Impact of some significant aspects for intern’s job satisfaction and performance using student’s t-test and ANOVA method has been examined. Total 400 questionnaires were distributed through in person during two different respondents, and at the end, 400 questionnaires are available, the software SPSS has been used to measure the relationship between each variable. Results found based on two hypothesis testing in this research, we reveal that the difference in restaurant patrons’ tipping behaviors based on patronage frequency of dining is not significant. Moreover, second hypothesis showed four items have a significant value less than 0.05 with accompany type; which implies that the accompany type has a greater impact toward ‘friendly service’, ‘prompt delivery of main course’, ‘try to give tip, even in a bad mood’ and ‘tip for fear of disapproval’. As far as its future scope is concerned, this research can be expanded to other industries and other hotels, and a broader population.
Abstract: In this paper, we focus on the study of affecting interns’ towards job satisfaction and job performance; a case study of some renowned hotels located in Lucknow, New Delhi-NCR, Jaipur (India). Based on previous studies, nine key factors were found to measure the relationship between each other. These nine key factors are job clarity, job conflict, ...
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Institutional Factor Analysis Influencing Production in Six Small-Scale Vegetable Projects Using Purposive Sampling Design and Binary Logistic Regression
Vishwa Nath Maurya,
Swammy Vashist,
Diwinder Kaur Arora,
Kamlesh Kumar Shukla
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
Pages:
27-37
Received:
6 June 2015
Accepted:
25 June 2015
Published:
1 July 2015
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajbes.20150101.14
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Abstract: This paper aims to investigate institutional factor analysis influencing vegetable production in six small-scale vegetable projects in Alice town in the Nkonkobe Municipality of Eastern Cape of South Africa. An attempt has been made to amidst worsening poverty in the wider society to make out how vegetable production can contribute to enhancing food security. Seeking some insights on effectiveness of the agrarian reforms on small holder farmers in South Africa, key objectives of the present study was to identify and explore institutional factors that influence vegetable production. The data were drawn from 62 farmers in the projects investigated. Descriptive analysis and binary logistic regression were employed to analyze the data and explain the patterns of interactions among the identified institutional factors influencing vegetable production. The results of our study explored herein revealed that some institutional factors need to be addressed to enhance vegetable production. The binary logistic results show that both the formal and informal norms are important in vegetable production. The most significant institutional variables revealed by the analysis were attributes of the formation and organizational structure of the projects, land tenure, extension service, collective action in production and marketing. In addition, here our findings suggest that institutional change in respect to aforementioned variables and other complementary institutions such as contract farming and credit access can significantly contribute to increased, efficient and sustainable vegetable production.
Abstract: This paper aims to investigate institutional factor analysis influencing vegetable production in six small-scale vegetable projects in Alice town in the Nkonkobe Municipality of Eastern Cape of South Africa. An attempt has been made to amidst worsening poverty in the wider society to make out how vegetable production can contribute to enhancing foo...
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Food Security Evaluation of Grain and Sugar Yields of Improved Sweet Sorghum Varieties for Sustainable Renewable Energy Supply Using Matrix Correlation
Vishwa Nath Maurya,
Bijay Singh,
Swammy Vashist,
Charanjeet Singh Arneja,
Ghebrebrhan Ogubazghi,
Kamlesh Kumar Shukla
Issue:
Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
Pages:
38-45
Received:
7 June 2015
Accepted:
25 June 2015
Published:
1 July 2015
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajbes.20150101.15
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Abstract: Present paper aims to food security evaluation of grain and sugar yields of improved sweet sorghum varieties for sustainable renewable energy supply using matrix correlation. As part of research towards ensuring food security and ethanol production for sustainable renewable energy supply in Ghana, field trials were conducted to evaluate the grain yield, brix percentage (sugar content) yield and other agronomic parameters of eighteen (18) improved sweet sorghum lines and two local varieties in the Guinea-Savanna zone of Ghana, where the crop is mainly grown as a staple. The improved sorghum varieties were obtained from the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi –Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), India; Ethiopia, France, and Institute for Energy Research (IER), Mali and Nicaragua whereas the local varieties were obtained from the Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (SARI) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana. The grain yield ranged between 50 - 632 kg/ha. Two sorghum varieties, ICSR 93034 and 104 GRD had the best grain yield. Generally, the brix percentage of stalk juice were between (6.2 – 21.4 %) and ten (10) improved sweet sorghum lines 35127-1-1, 36461-2, IS 23525, IS 23541, IS 23555, IS 23562, IS 23563, IS 23566-1, IS 23566-2 and IS 23574 recorded the best stalk yield and brix % (sugar content) throughout the physiological stages of growth. Generally the sugar content in the stalk juice was lower at the early, mid and late booting stages of physiological growth but increased steadily at the flowering stage and highest during the hard dough stage. On the other hand, the sorghum lines, IS 23562 and IS 23574 showed outstanding performances in terms of both grain and sugar yield and could be suitable varieties for dual-purpose. More also there was correlation (p < 0.05) between all traits measured. It is therefore, concluded that marker-assisted selection could be used to breed for sweet sorghum cultivars in the savannah agro-ecological zones of Northern Ghana to improve grain yields and bio-fuel production.
Abstract: Present paper aims to food security evaluation of grain and sugar yields of improved sweet sorghum varieties for sustainable renewable energy supply using matrix correlation. As part of research towards ensuring food security and ethanol production for sustainable renewable energy supply in Ghana, field trials were conducted to evaluate the grain y...
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