It has been found that the water requirements of a crop vary with the different stages of its growth. When water is in abundance, irrigation… Read More »Crops Response to Moisture Level at Different Stages of Growth
Soil management including soil erosion management practices are based on the following broad principles: Those practices which help maintain soil infiltration rates at sufficiently moderate… Read More »Agronomic Measures to Control Soil Erosion
Irrigation is not only important for the arid regions but is becoming equally important in the humid regions. Although irrigation is very important and is… Read More »Proper Irrigation and Drainage Guide
Soil not only provides anchorage to plants but all nutrients and water are absorbed into the plants through the soil. Therefore, all cultural practices in… Read More »Soil and Water Conservation Guide
The type of germination exhibited by the seeds (seed emergence) of a species influences their ability to emerge from great depths. Seeds with epigeal germination… Read More »Types of Seed Germination, Seed Emergence and Seedling Vigour
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,… Read More »Seeds Sowing and Planting Practices
Pest identification is the first step in any pest management situation. Accurate identification is the most important step, as misidentification is a common cause of… Read More »Identification of Insect Warning Signs, Pest Management and Disease Symptoms in Agriculture
This article explains the concept of food security and food insecurity in relation to the rural community food system. It also presents food insecurity measurement… Read More »Concept of Food Security and Food Insecurity in Agriculture
The food system encompasses food, nutrition, health, community economic development, and agriculture. It includes all processes involved in keeping people fed. These processes include growing,… Read More »Concept of Food System in Agriculture
Plant disease is any abnormal condition that damages a plant and reduces its productivity or usefulness to man. A diseased plant or group of diseased… Read More »Determination Of Disease Incidence and Severity In Agricultural Crops
The concept of sustainable livelihood was first introduced by the Brundtland Commission on Environment and Development, and the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and… Read More »Concept of Sustainable Livelihood in Agriculture
This article explores the agricultural relevance of food security, poverty, and famine, including their interrelationship. It explains their implications on national development, economic sustainability, and… Read More »Food Security, Poverty and Famine in Agriculture
All pesticides are poisonous. Extra care must be taken to prevent poisoning of the applicator and to avoid environmental damage. Harm to both humans and… Read More »Safety Precautions and First Aid Demonstration in Pesticide Poisoning in Agriculture
This article explains the concept of sustainable development in relation to agricultural practices, food production, environmental preservation, and economic stability. It highlights the growing demand… Read More »Concept of Sustainable Development in Agriculture
A plant disease is an impairment of the normal state of a plant, as it modifies or interrupts its vital functions. Crop diseases are common… Read More »Preparation of A Disease Album In Crop Production
Farm tools are work implements frequently used for farm operations. These operational tools are prone to wear and tear, which should be maintained, repaired, or… Read More »Farm Tools and Sanitation In Agricultural Operations
Animal husbandry which is referred to as the raising of any kind of farm animals for the purpose of meat or egg production is without… Read More »4 Stress-Free Farm Animals (Animal Husbandry) to Raise with Low Start-Up Cost
Neem leaves also called Dogoyaro in Nigeria is one wonderful Gift from Nature whose use transcends several fields like: medicine & healthcare, culinary, agriculture, beauty… Read More »How to Make Neem Insecticide from Neem Leaves (Dogoyaro)
With regards to fungal diseases in plants, Fungi are responsible for approximately two-third of the infectious plant diseases. There are many plant diseases caused by… Read More »What are Fungal Diseases in Plants?
Pesticides are not sold in pure form due to their high toxicity and are diluted with carriers to minimize poisoning risks to applicators and the… Read More »Pesticide Dosage Calculation and Application in Agriculture
Calibrating a knapsack or compression sprayer is a straightforward task requiring minimal time. A sprayer equipped with a pressure gauge is preferable, as it ensures… Read More »Calibration of Sprayers for Efficient Agricultural Pesticide Application
