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Research Article

Heavy Metal Status in Soils and Amaranthus Cruentus from Farmland on the Bank of Orogodo River, Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria.

Orhue, Ehi Robert*, Edosa, Ifeyinwa Valerie1, Iyagbaye, Louis2

This study investigated the status of heavy metals in the soil and Amaranthus cruentus on the farmland at bank of Orogodo River at Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria. Soil and plant samples were collected at an area of 8000 m 2 . The soil samples were collected at a depth of 0-15 cm, 15-30 cm and 30-45 cm while the plant samples were also sampled along with the sampling of the soil in December 2013. Both...

Apr, 2015 pp. 38-44 461 views 625 downloads
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Research Article

Field Evaluation of Biowish - Crop Organic Fertilizer in Lowland Rice Production

Bakare S.O*, Alhassan G., Ekaette J.E, Ukwungwu, M.N

A Randomized Complete Block Design experiment with three replicates was carried out at the lowland experimental site of the National Cereals Research Institute, Badeggi in the 2011 and 2012 wet seasons. National Cereals Research Institute, Badeggi is located at Lat. 09o 45’N; Long. 06o 7’E. Three rates of Biowish-Crop (5, 4 and 3kg/ha) were combined with inorganic fertilizer at either recommended,...

Aug, 2013 pp. 38-43 342 views 610 downloads
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Research Article

Status of Available Micronutrients in Soil Profiles of Different Parent Materials in Imo State, Southeastern, Nigeria

Okoli N. H*, Bethel Ugochukwu Uzoho, Onweremadu E. U, AHUKAEMERE C.M., Osisi A. F, Aliba E.O.

The status of available Zn, Cu, Ni and Fe was studied in four representative soil profiles of different parent materials (Coastal Plain Sands, Alluvium, Falsebedded Sandstones and Imo Clay Shale) in Imo State, Southeastern Nigeria. Sample collection was guided by horizon differentiation. Available Zn, Cu, Ni and Fe were evaluated using double acid extraction method. Variation in distribution of av...

Apr, 2017 pp. 40-52 436 views 589 downloads
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Research Article

Effect of Time of Seed - Bed Preparation on Soil Properties and Performance of Water Yam in Owerri Southeast, Nigeria

Ekpe, I I*, Oti, N.N, Ishiusah O. W,, Egboka, N.T, Nwankwo V.C., Iheka, W. C, Aguwa, O U, Orji A.

Field experiment was conducted between the months of February and November, 2016 to evaluate the effect of age of seed-bed preparation on soil properties and performance of water yam in Owerri, southeastern Nigeria. Treatments consisted of four time of seed-bed preparations namely 0, 3, 6, and 9 weeks intervals, laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Se- lec...

Aug, 2021 pp. 41-50 422 views 653 downloads
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Research Article

Responses of Maize Growth and Grain Yield to Different Sources and Time of Application of Nitrogen Fertilizer

Omisore J. K.*, Y. A. Abayomi

Soil fertility decline has been identified as one of the major biophysical constraints affecting agriculture in the sub Saharan Africa, including Nigeria. Even though, the use of chemical fertilizer is the most convenient way of improving soil fertility, the high cost and poor distribution of chemical fertilizer have made the commodity inaccessible to resource poor farmers. Consequently, there is ...

Aug, 2016 pp. 41-51 383 views 523 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2026.dw8i5g1e

Impact of Littered Sachet Water Plastics on Soil Infiltration Capacity in Agricultural Lands of Gwagwalada, Nigeria

Hadiza Hadiza Abubakar Ahmad*

The ubiquitous consumption and indiscriminate disposal of sachet water plastics across Nigeria have exacerbated environmental degradation, particularly affecting soil health in agricultural landscapes. Recent studies reveal that polyethylene-based microplastics, which dominate sachet water waste, can significantly alter soil structure, reduce porosity, and limit microbial diversity, thereby degrad...

Mar, 2026 pp. 42 - 53 235 views 147 downloads
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Research Article

Soil Fertility and Productivity Test Analysis of Selected Soils of Evite Otu, Aguleri, Anambra East Lga, Anambra State

Adesemuyi E.A*, Okonkwo E I, Nwaoba W. O, Onwuka, M. I

The study was carried out to assess the fertility and productivity potentials of selected soils of Evite Otu, Aguleri in Anambra East LGA of Anambra State, with a view to making adequate management practices for sustainable crop production in the area. Three mapping units were delineated using the transect method of soil survey. The properties of the surface soil of the units were examined for fer...

Aug, 2022 pp. 42-52 434 views 645 downloads
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Research Article

Quantification of Soil and Nutrient Loss Due to Yam Harvesting: a Case Study in Two Local Government Areas in Benue State, Nigeria

Victor Manna Samson*, Kumawuese Mercy Ityavnongo

Soil loss due to crop harvesting is a recognized erosion process which has significantly contributed to soil degradation. Despite its significance, soil loss due to crop harvesting has been given little attention in Benue state and Nigeria at large. This is evident in the paucity of information on soil loss due to crop harvesting in Nigeria. Therefore a field experiment was conducted to quantify s...

Dec, 2021 pp. 42-47 525 views 579 downloads
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Research Article

The Impact of Land Use Types and Acidity Indices on Soil Humic Fractions Quantities at Umudike, Tropical Rainforest, Nigeria

Onwuka, M. I*, Okonta, U, Asobia, P. C.

Natural humic fractions deposited in the soil are most times sources of industrial humic substances use for crop production. However, the quantities of the humic substances, which are components of soil organic matter, are affected by lots of factors and processes, including land- use. The effects of different land- use and soil acidi0ty indices on the quantity of soil humic fractions at Umudike, ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 42-52 473 views 585 downloads
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Research Article

Effects of Climatic Variations on Leaf Litter Production in A. Floribunda Agroforestry System in South - East Nigeria

Keyejo, A.O, Okpara, D.A., Onyeonagu, C.C., Eteng, E.U*

Field experiment was conducted between 2016 and 2018 at Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN), Humid Forest Research Station, Umuahia, South-east Nigeria, to study litter production and climatic influence in Allanblackia floribun- da (oliv) agroforestry system. The experiment was laid out in a randomized com- plete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Litter trays were used for mon...

Aug, 2020 pp. 42-48 430 views 619 downloads