Agriculture underpins national economies, and tomatoes are among the most widely grown vegetables, yet tomato crops are highly susceptible to leaf diseases that reduce yields and farm incomes. …
The African palm weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis) is a major pest of palm trees in the tropics and subtropics. This study examined the efficiency of rearing African palm weevil larvae on various …
Mycelium-based composites (MBCs) are biodegradable materials produced from fungal species grown on lignocellulosic residues. These composites have characteristics that could replace synthetic plastics used …
Since the implementation of free maternal healthcare services in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), concerns have emerged regarding the quality of care provided. This cross-sectional study …
This study investigated the effects of common domestic organic modifiers---acetic acid, brown sugar, and table salt---on the electrochemical, physicochemical, and bioenergetic characteristics of …
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) represent a recurring clinical challenge, primarily due to escalating pathogen resistance. Although Proteus species are not the most commonly isolated pathogens in …
This study compared the effects of Ethanol and indigenous extractants (Aqueous, 2% NaCl solution, and 40% v/v Lime juice) on the bioactive properties of Ocimum gratissimum extract. Phytochemical, GC-MS, …
This research identified the prevalent fungal species and determined the concentration and distribution of mycotoxins in maize grains consumed in the North-central states of Nigeria. Six hundred composite …
This work presents a framework for assessing subjects’ intentions to engage in food fraud. The model demonstrated that the decision to commit fraud arises from psychological mechanisms of malicious intent …
Pesticides in foodstuffs have become a daily deal with potential health challenges. Identification of these pesticides would be helpful in precautionary ways of dealing with their consequences on foodstuff …
Healthy seeds samples of Bambara groundnut (Vigna subteranea L.) and sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) commonly found in Nasarawa State, Nigeria were studied for comparative nutritional …
Phosphorus (P), in addition to nitrogen (N) and potassium (K), makes up the essential macronutrients needed by plants for growth and development. P is also one of the most abundant elements present in the …
Environmental pollution is a pressing global issue, with heavy metal pollution posing a significant threat. This study examined the concentrations of heavy metals (cadmium, nickel, lead, chromium, …
Studies on aquatic pollution are crucial for maintaining environmental health. This study assessed the toxicity of effluents from the male hostel site II at Delta State University (DELSU) on Oreochromis …
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