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Irrigation and Drainage: Importance, Methods, and Efficiency
The pressure for survival and the increasing need for food supplies due to population growth are driving the rapid expansion of irrigation worldwide. Irrigation is essential not only in arid… Read More
Weeds Classification and Their Impact on Crop Yield
Crop yield losses ranging from 37 to 93 percent have been recorded due to weed infestation in unweeded dryland crops in Northern Nigeria (Rowland, R. J. 1993). Understanding the nature… Read More
Sowing and Planting Practices
Seeds and other planting materials are the basic foundation upon which successful crop production is laid. Failure in the choice of correct seeds, seed storage, time of planting, depth of… Read More
A Guide to Effective Soil and Water Conservation Practices
Soil not only provides anchorage to plants, but all nutrients and water are absorbed through it. Therefore, all cultural practices in crop production are directed towards the improvement and maintenance… Read More
Tillage Practices in Crop Production
In this article, tillage operations are explored, including their purposes, types, when and how deep they should be performed, and the implements required for these operations. The negative effects of… Read More
Cropping Systems: An Overview of Agricultural Practices
A cropping system is not only focused on the types of crops grown but also on how those crops are distributed in the field at any given time and how… Read More
Fertilisers and Their Uses
According to the World Bank’s population projections, the world’s population will increase from 6 billion in 1999 to 7 billion in 2020. All these people will have to be housed,… Read More
Types and Maintenance of Secondary Tillage Implements
Secondary tillage implements can be used either before or after the crop is planted. They may be used to prepare the seedbed, mix fertilizer, break soil crusts, or crush clods… Read More
Types and Maintenance of Primary Tillage Implements
The initial breaking up of the soil is generally referred to as primary tillage. Implements used for primary tillage primarily include various types of ploughs. Read Also: Apple Maggot: Description, Damages… Read More
Historical Development of Crop Production
This article focuses on the historical development of crop production, tracing its evolution from the early stages to modern-day practices. It also explores the origin and distribution of indigenous and… Read More
Basic Principles of Forest Management
Forest resources, vital for humans and other living organisms, are not inexhaustible. This means there is a need to introduce various approaches for managing forest ecosystems. Effective forest management will… Read More
Measures for Improving Nigerian Agriculture
Agriculture plays a crucial role in Nigeria’s economic growth and development due to its significant influence on the economy. However, productivity is hampered by several factors, including environmental challenges, inconsistent… Read More
