Plant Science and Biotechnology

Comparative Studies On Growth Parameters Of Three Varieties Of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus (L.) Monech):- Oguezuonu, Chika Stella

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 The performance ofthree varieties o^OkraAbelmoschusesculentus L. Moench were observed based on their growth parameters on a coastal plain soil of Umudike, south eastern Nigeria. The...

48 pages (9638 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Inhibitory Effects On Leaf Extracts Of Three Indigenous Medicinal Plants On Fungi Responsible For Post-Harvest Rot Of Banana In Abia State:-Best, Sophia Chinyere

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This study was conducted in order to isolate and identify fungi causing rot of banana fruit in Umudike Umuahia to determine the inhibitory effects of 3 indigenous plant extracts in two...

57 pages (11773 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

The Effects Of Spent Engine Oil On The Germination And Seedling Growth Of Maize (Zea Mays Subsp. Mays), Groundnut (Arachis Hypogea L.), And Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata (L) Walp):-Okoro, Chinedu Kingsley

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This study evaluated the effects of crude oil contaminated soil on the germination and seedling growth of Z. mays, A. hypogaea, V. unguiculata. This study was conducted in Michael Okpara...

57 pages (12121 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Comparative Anatomy Of Leaves And Stems Of Six Varieties Of Cocoyam:-Eke, David Chinonso

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The study investigated on the comparative anatomy of the leaves and stems of six varieties of cocoyam. From the result obtained from this investigation, it has shown that, there are...

41 pages (6147 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Phytochemical Screening And Antimicrobial Activity Of The Seeds Of Carica Papya (L), Garcinia Kola Heckel, Aframomummelegueta K. Schum And Persea Amaricana Mill:-Chukwu, Osinachi

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The ethanoic and aqueous extract of seeds of Alligator pepper, Avocado pear, Bitter kola and Paw-paw were subjected to phytochemical screening and antimicrobial activity study. The study...

42 pages (9162 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Production Of Pleurotus Ostreaus Spawn Grains Using Yellow Maize, Guinea Corn And Wheat As Substrates And Cultivation Of Mushroom:- Eze, Ikechukwu .L.

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Spawn quality is the most important factor in the production of edible mushroom (which is fast gaining prominence in Nigeria and Africa at large). Pleurotus ostreatus is an indigenous...

40 pages (8017 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

X-Ray Mutagenic Effect On Germination And Growth Of African Yam Bean (Sphenostylis stenocarpa Hochst ex A. Rich):- Igwe, Okwudili .A.

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This research work was aimed at investigating the dosimetry of X-ray doses on two African yam bean (Sphenostylis stenocarpa Hochst ex A. Rich) accessions (Ikwuano and Akara), effects on...

91 pages (13838 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Effect Of X-Ray On The Seed Germination And Growth Of Cajanus Cajan L. (PIGEON PEA):- Nwachukwu, Joseph .U.

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Field experiment was carried at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike farm in 2016 season with the aim of determining the mutagenic effect of X-ray on the plant height,...

60 pages (8448 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

“Leaf and stem anatomy of four Dioscorea species D. rotundata, D. alata, D. bulbifera and D. dumeturrn:- Effiong, Iberedem .E.

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The edible tubers from different species of Dioscorea are a major source of food and nutrition for millions of people in the world. The anatomy of the organs (leaves and stems) of Dioscorea...

44 pages (6929 words) · Projects · 5 months ago

Tailoring Tropical African Agriculture Towards The Millennium Development Goals: A Plant Breeder's Perspective [Inaugural Lecture Series]

Agriculture is the use of the natural resource base for the increased improvement and production of crops livestock, fish and trees (Anderson, 1991; Ene-Obong,2003). Its origin is pinpointed over...

40 pages (7609 words) · Inaugural Lectures · 7 months ago

Field Evaluation And Virus Indexing Of Selected Hybrid White Yam (Dioscorea rotundata Poir) In Two Selected Locations Of South-Eastern Nigeria

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Yam (Dioscorea spp.) is an important crop in tropical and subtropical regions. The presence of any virus within the vegetative planting material poses a significant risk. Obtaining...

76 pages (24500 words) · Theses · 7 months ago

Effect Of Storing Containers And Places Of Storage On Quality Of Palm Oil

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This research was carried out to examine the effect ofstoring containers and places ofstorage on quality ofpalm oil in Ahiazu Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria. 50mls offreshly processed palm oil...

62 pages (13129 words) · Projects · 7 months ago

Quantitative Assessment, Mycochemical Constituents And Chitosan Production Of Pleurotus Ostreatus (Jacq.ex Fr) P. Kumm Produced On Different Substrates

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The study involved the Quantitative Assessment, Mycochemical Constituent and Chitosan Production of P. ostreatus produced from different substrates. The substrates include Andropogon...

121 pages (23234 words) · Theses · 8 months ago

Comparative Study Of The Yield, Nutritional And Bio Active Compounds Of Two Species Of Oyster Mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus var florida AND P. pulmonarius cultivated on different Agricultural wastes

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Mushroom is one of the most suitable fungal organisms for producing protein rich food from various agro-wastes without composting. The present study was conducted to evaluate and compare...

112 pages (27336 words) · Theses · 8 months ago

Mutagenic Effect Of Different Doses Of X-Irradiation On Three Accessions Of Amaranthus hybridus L.

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Three accessions of Amaranthus hybridus L. were exposed to x-irradiation to detennine its mutagenic effect. The accessions were collected from different localities (Ezi Ogidi, Ogbunike,...

88 pages (18666 words) · Theses · 8 months ago

The Effect Of Extracts Of Aidan (Tetrapleura tetraptera) Pods, Akuamma (Picralima nitida) And Paw-Paw (Carica papaya) Seeds On Fungi Pathogens Isolated From Rooted Cassava Tubers

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Antifungal effect of crude extracts of pods of Tetrapleura tetraptera and seeds of Carica papaya and Picralima nitida were determined in vitro on fungi pathogens that cause rot of cassava...

67 pages (10652 words) · Theses · 8 months ago

Effect Of Auxins And Cytokinins On The Growth And Yield Performance Of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz)

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 The effects of auxins and cytokinins at different concentrations rations on the growth and yield parameters of three genotypes of cassava were investigated. Randomized complete block...

62 pages (15391 words) · Projects · 8 months ago

Effects Of Some Botanicals On The Control Of Leafspot Disease Of Mungbean(Vigna radiata L.) In The Humid Tropical Ecological Zone Of South-Eastern Nigeria.

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A field trial was conducted at the University of Uyo Teaching and Research Farm to assess the effect of some botanical foliar sprays in the control of leafspot disease of mungbean....

34 pages (10812 words) · Theses · 8 months ago

Ecological Survey, Regeneration And Biosystematics Of Cola Species Of Southern Nigeria

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Identification of Cola species and their long germination time has been a problem. Hence, the aim of this research was to conduct an ecological survey, regeneration and biosystematics...

236 pages (47662 words) · Dissertations · 9 months ago

Study Of The Mutagenic Effects Of Ethyl Methane Sulfonate (EMS) On Growth, Yield And Some Molecular Attributes Of Three Varieties Of Capsicum Chinense JACQ. (Habanero Pepper).

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138 pages (32610 words) · Theses · 9 months ago

Effect Of Substrates And Some Additves On The Growth And Yield Of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus Jacq, (Ex. Fr.) Kummer) In Umudike, Abia State.

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This study was conducted to determine the effect of two botanical additives, Moringa oleifera Leaf powder (MLP) and Jatropha tanrojensis Leaf Powder (JLP) to sawdust substrate (SDS),...

108 pages (25683 words) · Theses · 10 months ago

Field Evaluation Of Some Botanicals And Cultural Practices In The Management Of Sweetpotato Weevil Cylas puncticollis (Boheman) In Umuahia, Nigeria

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Sweetpotato weevil (Cylas puncticollis (Boheman)) infestation results in losses of millions of dollars annually. To protect crops in modern agriculture, integrated pest management can be a...

20 pages (73290 words) · Dissertations · 10 months ago

Assessment Of The Impact Of Crude Oil Contaminated Soil And Plants In Umuorie Community, Ukwa West Local Government Area Of Abia State

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This study is carried out to examine the Assessment of the impact of crude oil contaminated soil and plants in Umuorie Community, Ukwa West Local Government area of Abia State. Soil and...

1 page (17886 words) · Theses · 10 months ago

Variability In Soil Structural Properties And Organic Carbon Storage In Ultisols Under Different Landuse Types In South Eastern Nigeria

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A study was conducted at Umuahia North LGA, Abia State to ascertain the variability of structural properties and carbon storage of Ultisols under selected landuse types. Four agricultural...

148 pages (35460 words) · Dissertations · 10 months ago

Productivity, Macro-Morphological And Mycochemical Assessment Of Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq) P. kumm. Fruitbodies Cultivated On Agro-Wastes Substrates

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This study was conducted to determine the influence of different straw substrates on the productivity, macro-morphological characters and mycochemical properties of Pleurotus...

68 pages (13432 words) · Theses · 10 months ago
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