Introduction A common view shared by several empirical studies is that most people in Africa reside in rural areas, where agriculture is a major source of livelihood [14]. However, in recent times, majority of rural households no longer rely solely on agriculture to sustain their livelihood. The challenges of emerging times have compelled households to […]
Introduction Rice is the grain of life and a staple food for much of the world, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, where its cultivation is under growing pressure from surging populations and industrialization [1,2]. With shrinking arable land and shifting climate patterns, the impact of drought has become a critical threat to agriculture, leading
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Introduction There are five species in Mammaliicoccus genus including M. fleurettii, M. lentus, M. sciuri, M. stepanovicii, and M. vitulinus [1]. Mammaliicocci are frequently isolated as predominant Coagulase-Negatice Staphylococcus (CoNS) from animal sources (milk and meat) and are often considered harmless [2, 3] and rarely reported to be associated with mastitis in cows, illness in goats
Introduction Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in environmental bacteria is ancient; resistance in human and animal pathogens emerged as a major problem after the rampant clinical use of antibiotics [10, 21, 23, 28, 36, 44]. Staphylococci are one of the most common groups of bacteria affecting all types of animals and humans and are the leading cause of
Introduction Cotton (Gossypium spp.) plays a pivotal role in global agriculture, contributing significantly to the textile industry and the livelihoods of millions of farmers, the sustainability of cotton production is increasingly challenged by resource limitations, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions where water scarcity and soil nutrient depletion are prevalent [1-3]. Effective management of irrigation
1.0 Introduction The oldest known type of medical treatment is found in plants. For up to 80% of people worldwide, herbal therapy is still the major form of medical care today [2]. Usually, a particular plant part such as the root, leaves, fruit, flowers, or seeds, is utilized in customary formulations or as a standalone
Introduction Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a vital crop in India, and Uttar Pradesh (UP) stands as the leading wheat-producing state in the country. With its fertile plains and favorable climatic conditions, UP contributes significantly to India’s wheat basket, playing a crucial role in ensuring the nation’s food security. The state’s diverse agro-climatic zones
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Introduction Medicinal plants are the cornerstone of almost any ancient medical system in the world.Indian civilization is considered the best vault or safe house for information on medicinal plants and their usage.Cissusquadrangularis is a succulent medicinal plant found growing in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world.The development of plant extract-based green synthesis has
INTRODUCTION Benincasa hispida (Thunb.) Cogn., commonly known as wax gourd or winter melon, is a tropical vine plant belonging to the family- Cucurbitaceae. B. hispida is a monoecious, stem-hairy, 5-angled, climbing or trailing herb with suborbicular stipuliform bract at the petiole root; simple,very hairy leaves on both surfaces, alternate, palmate or ovate blade in young
INTRODUCTION Yam (Dioscorea Spp) belongs to the family Dioscoreaceae. It is a herbaceous annual climbing plant with edible underground tubers1. Yams have been reported to comprise of about 600 species worldwide2,3. Ngo-Ngwe et al.4 reported that yam is considered a famine food and plays a prime role in the food habits of small and marginal
