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Yield-limiting nutrients for wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) production in Farta to Lay Gayint districts of the Amhara Region in Northwest Ethiopia
Wheat (Triticum aestivumL.) is the third most important crop in Ethiopia yet its productivity in the country remains significantly below …
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Closing yield gap for sustainable food security in sub-Saharan Africa – progress, challenges, and opportunities
Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) remains food insecure despite having a climatic and biophysical potential to grow the crops to meet its …
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A retrospective analysis of maize performance under low nitrogen stress conditions in sub-Saharan Africa
Introduction Fertilizer use in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is the lowest in theworld and has stagnated. Consequently low nitrogen (N) stress …
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Revisiting agroecological transitions in Rwanda a decade later: the role of local knowledge in understanding the crop diversity–food security–land degradation nexus
The challenge of achieving food security amidst broken food systems, the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, degrading land, and growing social …
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Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) in Africa: insights into biology, ecology and impact on staple crops, food systems and management approaches
The fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda , is a polyphagous pest native to the American continent that was first detected …
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Pedological characterization of soils under tobacco cultivation: insights from Sikonge, Uyui and Tabora districts in Tabora Region, Tanzania
This study investigated pedological characteristics of the soils in Sikonge, Uyui, and Tabora districts in Tabora Region of Tanzania, focusing …
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Detailed genetic analyses highlight genetic variation and genomic regions for lead tolerance in spring wheat
Introduction Understanding the dynamics of Pb tolerance across different growth stages is essential for breeding wheat varieties with comprehensive tolerance …
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Exploring the key drivers of crop yields in Morocco – a systematic review
Introduction Morocco's agricultural sector faces significant socio-environmental challenges that threaten food security and economic development. A comprehensive assessment of these …
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Comparative profitability of agroecological practices in Ethiopian wheat farming
Introduction Agroecology is increasingly promoted as a pathway to sustainable food production, aiming to maximize natural resource use while minimizing …
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Rainfed agriculture in Ethiopia: a systematic review of green water management pathways to improve water and food security
It is widely acknowledged that the world is currently experiencing an unprecedented water shortage, with agriculture being a crucial contributor. …
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Application of UAV and satellite technologies for assessing phytophthora root rot severity in avocado orchards
Avocado production faces a substantial global threat in the form of Phytophthora root rot (PRR). When trees succumb to PRR, …
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Optimizing water use efficiency in maize (Zea mays L.) production through deficit irrigation in Gazhen-Fuafuat Kebele, Northwest Ethiopia
Ethiopia's dominant maize production relies on rain, but growing water scarcity challenges dry season irrigation efforts. This necessitates smarter irrigation …
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Determining optimal phosphorus rates and deficit irrigation levels for enhanced soybean productivity in Jawi District, Northwest Ethiopia
Determining the optimal phosphorus rates and deficit irrigation levels is key to enhancing soybean productivity in the Jawi District, Northwest …
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Productivity of sorghum and millets under different in-field rainwater management options on soils of varying fertility status in Zimbabwe
Traditional cereal crops are important for food and nutrition security in rural communities of southern Africa, but their productivity is …
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Pleurotus ostreatus is a potential biological control agent of root-knot nematodes in eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Introduction The management of root-knot nematodes has predominantly been based on use of chemicals, which are detrimental to the environment …
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Perception and adoption by cassava farmers of the PlantVillage Nuru application disseminated in the agricultural environment of Côte d’Ivoire: a case study in the departments of Dabou, Bouaké, and Man
In Côte d’Ivoire, cassava is the source of calories for about 26 million people and generates significant income for stakeholders …
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Mapping the vulnerability of banana production landscapes in Uganda to banana bunchy top disease
Introduction Banana bunchy top disease (BBTD) caused by banana bunchy top virus (BBTV) poses a significant threat to Uganda’s food …
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Long-term potato response to different irrigation scheduling methods using saline water in an arid environment
Crops’ water requirement is generally higher than the annual average precipitation in arid environments characterized by scarce freshwater resources. While …
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Potentials of synthetic biodegradable mulch for improved livelihoods on smallholder farmers: a systematic review
Plastic waste in agriculture, particularly from polyethylene mulch, poses significant environmental challenges. Synthetic biodegradable mulch has emerged as a sustainable …
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Sugarcane sustainability in a changing climate: a systematic review on pests, diseases, and adaptive strategies
The cultivation of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) in the face of climate change requires robust strategies for managing pests, diseases, …