Effect Of Fertilizer (Organic And Inorganic) On The Nutrient Composition Of Fluted Pumpkin At Different Harvesting Ages
ABSTRACT
This research work was undertaken to evaluate
the nutrient composition of Telfaira occidentalis achieved with various types
of soil fertilizers. Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) was the
experimental design used. Telfaira occidentalis was planted after 4 weeks of
application of manure. Harvesting was undertaken at 9-18 weeks of planting (at
3 weeks interval). The following parameters were evaluated; moisture content, ash,
crude fibre, total solid, chlorophyll, carbohydrate, sodium, potassium,
calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, vitamin C, A, fungal count and bacterial
count. In all cases, the period of harvesting affected the nutrient composition
of Telfaira occidentalis. The type of manure used also affected the
carbohydrate content of Telfaira occidentalis. The interaction between many
type and age of harvesting was significant for vitamin A and K contents of
samples. High ash content value was observed in plants harvested at the 18
week. Except for experiment, highest vitamin C content was observed in Telfaira
occidentalis after 12 weeks.
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NWACHUKWU, A (2021). Effect Of Fertilizer (Organic And Inorganic) On The Nutrient Composition Of Fluted Pumpkin At Different Harvesting Ages . Repository.mouau.edu.ng: Retrieved Nov 25, 2024, from https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/effect-of-fertilizer-organic-and-inorganic-on-the-nutrient-composition-of-fluted-pumpkin-at-different-harvesting-ages-7-2
A., NWACHUKWU. "Effect Of Fertilizer (Organic And Inorganic) On The Nutrient Composition Of Fluted Pumpkin At Different Harvesting Ages " Repository.mouau.edu.ng. Repository.mouau.edu.ng, 29 Jul. 2021, https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/effect-of-fertilizer-organic-and-inorganic-on-the-nutrient-composition-of-fluted-pumpkin-at-different-harvesting-ages-7-2. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
A., NWACHUKWU. "Effect Of Fertilizer (Organic And Inorganic) On The Nutrient Composition Of Fluted Pumpkin At Different Harvesting Ages ". Repository.mouau.edu.ng, Repository.mouau.edu.ng, 29 Jul. 2021. Web. 25 Nov. 2024. < https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/effect-of-fertilizer-organic-and-inorganic-on-the-nutrient-composition-of-fluted-pumpkin-at-different-harvesting-ages-7-2 >.
A., NWACHUKWU. "Effect Of Fertilizer (Organic And Inorganic) On The Nutrient Composition Of Fluted Pumpkin At Different Harvesting Ages " Repository.mouau.edu.ng (2021). Accessed 25 Nov. 2024. https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/effect-of-fertilizer-organic-and-inorganic-on-the-nutrient-composition-of-fluted-pumpkin-at-different-harvesting-ages-7-2