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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2019.mworc79w

Some Selected Physical and Chemical Attributes of a Ustalf Under Different Tillage Practices at Dutse, Jigawa State Nigeria.

Nabayi, A.,*, Girei, A. H., Usman, S.,, Abubakar, M.S., Haruna, F.D., Nkereuwem, M.E, Santuraki, H.A., Usman M. M

Different tillage practices are being employed by the farmers of Jigawa state, and as such, there is a need to determine its influence on some physical and chemical properties, so that farmers will base their choices on scientific facts rather than assumptions. An experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of three tillage practices (TP) on soil properties in Federal University Dutse, Tea...

Apr, 2019 pp. 62-69 534 views 756 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2018.qyyfkfgw

Effect of Different Slums on Selected Soil Properties in Abakaliki Southeastern Nigeria

Njoku C.*, Okoro G.C.

A study was conducted at Abakaliki to determine the effect of slums on soil physicochemical properties. Four replicate samples were collected from the four slum locations and control using auger and core for disturbed and undisturbed soil samples, respectively. The soil samples collected were taken to laboratory and analysed for bulk density, total porosity, mean weight diameter, aggregate stabili...

Aug, 2018 pp. 62-65 511 views 694 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2020.om8hroa0

Effect of Different Organic Composts and Inorganic Fertilizer on Nodulation, Nitrogen Fixation and Grain Yields of Soybean (glycine Max L.) Under Field Conditions

Ogunrewo, O. M*, Olayinka A., Taiwo, L. B, Oyedele, O. A

The study assessed the effects of composted corn wastes, poultry droppings and inorganic fertilizer on the number of nodules, nitrogen fixation and grain yields of soybean (Glycine max L.) under field conditions for 2 seasons. The experiments were conducted in the research sub-station of the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, (IAR&T), Ilora, Oyo State, South Western Nigeria: (Derived...

Apr, 2020 pp. 63-69 494 views 726 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2021.hq7arg0d

Effect of Water Depth on Eight Varieties of Rice in Obukiyo, Oju Lga of Benue State, Nigeria

Ogbu O. J,*, Usman, J., Afatar S., Ojowu J.A

Water depth has been described as one of the most important environmental factors determining the growth and yield of rice. Different rice varieties respond differently to various water levels. Three (3) naturally existing water levels (5cm, 10cm and 15cm) at Obukyo Oju Local Government Area of Benue State were studied to evaluate their impact on eight varieties of rice (FARO 15, 37, 44, 52, 57, 6...

Aug, 2021 pp. 64-75 528 views 691 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2022.ygky5ggv

Suitability Evaluation for Elaeis Guineensis, Cocos Nucifera and Theobroma Cacao Cultivation on Some Soils of Isua Community in Edo State, Nigeria

Okunsebor F. E*, Umweni A. S., Agege R. U, Agbonfo, R.O

This study was conducted on a 128-hectare land in Isua community of Edo state to assess its suitability for Oil palm, Coconut and Cocoa cultivation. Rigid grid Soil survey methodology at detailed scale was done which produced four mapping units. The soils were classified according to USDA soil taxonomy and local series, three soil orders were classified in the study area (Entisols-Ahiara, Inceptis...

Aug, 2022 pp. 65-75 577 views 760 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2023.j6947nth

Quantification of Moist and Wet Consistency of Horizons of Soils Formed on Different Parent Materials

Mgbonu Kelechi*, Ogori Joeguluba, Okpoitari Simeone, Pawa DanAzumi

This study was conducted during the 2000 and 2001 cropping seasons at the University Research Farm, Federal Universality of Technology, Yola to evaluate the effects of phosphorus on the phenological traits of maize (New Kaduna White) hybrid variety. There were eight treatments consisting of four levels of N, 0, 60, 120 and 180kgNha-1 and two levels of P, 0 and 60kgPha-1, replicated three times. Th...

Apr, 2023 pp. 66-69 262 views 178 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2020.o00iwt9a

Characterization, Classification and Agricultural Potentials of Some Coastal Plain Sand Derived Soils in Lagos State

Orimoloye Julius*, Okpitari Simeon

Detailed soil surveys were carried out on a total of 194.5 hectares of the land at Igbokuta and Ibomwon areas in Ikorodu and Epe local government areas of Lagos state. Grid survey method was employed, and mapping units were delineated based on soil morphological characteristics examined at an interval of 70m along transects that were laid 100m apart. The soils were classified according to local so...

Aug, 2020 pp. 66-75 618 views 906 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2018.oikwgaaw

Micro - Aggregate Indices and Structural Stability of Soils Under Different Management

Udom B. E.*, Anozie H.

Low water stability of soil micro-aggregates accentuated by increased intensity of cultivation and soil degradation are among the significant issues that draw the attention of Soil Scientists due to their effects on soil physical conditions. The study was carried out to quantify changes in micro-aggregate stability indices of soils on coastal plain sands under contrasting land use and management. ...

Aug, 2018 pp. 66-71 495 views 853 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2013.omd0ykle

Assessment of Some Soil Quality Indicators in Benue State

A.O. Adaikwu*, A. Ali

A study was carried out in 2009 to assess some soil quality indicators. These indicators include the soil pH, organic matter (OM) content, total nitrogen, available phosphorus, exchangeable cations, cation exchange capacity (CEC), saturated hydraulic conductivity and base saturation. The areas included SIWES farm, University of Agriculture Makurdi, Obarike in Oju, National Root Crops Research Inst...

Aug, 2013 pp. 66-75 601 views 644 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67042/njss.2021.uwtckz07

Land Adaptation Strategies Across the Rain - Fed Agricultural States as Climate Change Persists

Towolawi, A.T.*, Oguntoke, O., Bada B. S, Adejuwon, J.O.

Acquisition of land for farming activities is hitting hard on the interested small\u0002scale farmers in Nigeria while the available land faces climate change influenced degradation. This current research verified how farmers are coping across four rain-fed (Benue, Edo, Ondo and Niger) states using 1600 copies of pretested questionnaire administered through the multistage procedure. The retrieved ...

Dec, 2021 pp. 67-76 453 views 655 downloads