I.o. Osemwota

Soil Science Department, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State

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Research Article Vol. 26, Issue 1

Effect of Cassava Mill Effluent on Microbial Population and Composition in a Soil Planted to Maize (zea Mays L.)

Abhanzioya, M. I.^*, Ogboghodo, I. A, I.O. Osemwota

Experiment was carried out at Ambrose Alli University Teaching and Research Farm, Ekpoma, Edo State, to determine the effect of cassava mill effluent (CASME) on microbial population and composition in a soil planted to maize (Zea mays) in the screen-house and field. In the screen-house, cassava mill effluent (CASME) had five levels (0, 20, 40, 80 a...

Apr, 2016 Vol. 26, Issue 1 410 views 557 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 25, Issue 1

Effects of Variation in N:k Ratio in Soils on the Growth, Nutrient Availability and Yield of Maize (zea Mays L. )

A. O. BAKARE^*, I.O. Osemwota

This study was undertaken in two distinct ecological zones of Edo state of Nigeria to determine the effects of variation in the N: K ratio in soils on the availability of N, K and on the growth and yield of maize. The two sites used were Rubber Research Institute of Nigeria (RRIN) Iyanomo (forest) and the Teaching and Research Farm of Ambrose Alli ...

Apr, 2015 Vol. 25, Issue 1 381 views 603 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 22, Issue 1

Physical and Chemical Properties of Soils in Kogi State, Guinea Savanna of Nigeria

S.O. Amhakhian^*, I.O. Osemwota

This experiment was conducted in Kogi State. Twenty composite surface soil samples (0.15cm depth) drawn from two distinct geological formations (Cretaceous sediments and Basement complex) were used for the study. These soils were collected from different sites with varying cropping history. Particle size analysis of the soils used indicated a high ...

Apr, 2012 Vol. 22, Issue 1 383 views 752 downloads

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