Agriculture

Agriculture Research Papers/Topics

The Role of Fisheries' Marketing Extension on Development of Nile Fisheries' Production and Marketing Case study of Fishermen and Merchants in Almorda Market – Omdurman Locality – Khartoum St

Abstract The purpose of the study was to study the role of fisheries' marketing extention on development of nile fisheries' production and marketing for fishermen and merchants in Almorda fish market in Omdurman Locality in Khartoum State. To achieve this purpose adescriptive analytical approach was used to collect the field data. And A systemic random sampling approach was used to select a sample size of 100 Respondents (50 fishermen and 50 merchant( in Almorda Fish Market in Khartoum State...

A Study On Some Biological Aspects Of Dorcas Gazelle (Gazella Dorcas) Under Captive Conditions

ABSTRACT The present study was conducted during the period (15th February to 30th March 2018) at Kuku Zoo Animal to determine the morphological characteristic ,food preferences on some selected common food stuff and observations of daily activities on captive Dorcas gazelle (Gazella dorcas),. Seven pairs (7male and 7female) of Dorcas gazelle were divided into two groups; five adult pairs between the age (26 – 108 months) and two juvenile pairs (4 – 9 months). The animals were accommodate...

Impact Of The Grassroots Participation On Adoption And Distribution Of Improved Onions Seeds - Jebel Marra Project

ABSTRACT This research is an attempt to assess the impact of grassroots participation on the adoption and diffusion of agricultural innovations packages (especially improved onions seeds) at Jebel Marra Rural Development project, Central Darfur State- Sudan. Moreover to assess the effect of personal characteristics: mainly: education and social status on the adoption of innovations, In addition to agricultural extension Services and programme. The Study selected Jebel Marra area and focusing ...

Phenotypic And Genotypic Characterization Of Sudanese Indigenous Bare Neck Chicken

Abstract The indigenous chickens are known of low productivity and adaptability to their local environment which made them to be resistant to some extend to some diseases prevalent in their localities more than exotic breeds. In this study two experiments were conducted. The trial was concerning phenotypic trial of indigenous Bare neck chicken. The second experiment was handling three genesin order to show polymorphism in the three genes GH, PIT1 and PRLR. In the first trial phonetic p...

Physiological And Biological Responses Of Sorghum Bicolor [L.] Moench. To Drought Stress Condition.

ABSTRACT This study was conducted to ascertain drought tolerance in sorghum genotypes. Seedlings of locally cultivated sorghum were screened for drought tolerance by assessing percentage relative water content (R WC) after progressive water deficit. Plant biomass, root/shoot ratio, tolerance index, relative water content (RWC) were measured during harvest. Malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), chlorophyll and praline content were quantified....

The Effect Of Season On Hematological Blood Parameters And Milk Production In Local Breed (Kenana) And Cross Breed (Kenana * Holstein Friesian) In Sudan

Abstract This study was carried out to determine the reference values of Kenana breed and cross breed (Friesian x Kenana) under the Sudan climate, and also to evaluate the effect of seasonal changes and local climatic conditions on the Kenana blood and cross breed and their milk production. The experiment conducted in two research centers farms, namely the Animal Production Research Center (Kuku in Khartoum), representing the (Friesian x kenana) hybrid, and Animal Production Research Center ...

An Analysis Of The Financial Structure And Profitability Of Rice Enterprise: The Case Of Adarice Project Participating Farmers In Enugu State, Nigeria

In order to help local farmers improve on their rice production technique amongst other objectives, Adarice project adopted the participating farmers' scheme.

Efficacy Of Some Natural Product, Sodium Bicarbonate And Fungicide (Revus Top®) On Neofusicoccum Mangiferae, Fungus

ABSTRACT Neofusicoccum mangiferae considered as one of most important disease of forest and horticulture trees in worldwide and Sudan. The present investigation was undertaken under laboratory conditions of Plant protection Department, College of Agricultural Studies, Sudan University of Science and Technology, to study the antifungal activity of aqueous leaves extracts of basil, bulbs of garlic plants, NaHCO3 salt and efficacy of fungicide (Revuse top) on growth, of the fungus Naeofusicoccu...

Evaluation Of Shamar (Foenicum Vulgre) Seeds As Natural Growth Promotion (NGP) In Broiler Chicks

ABSTRACT This experiment was conducted to evaluate the response of broiler chicks fed on graded levels of Shamar seed (Foeniculum Vulgare mill) as natural growth promoter alternative to antibiotic. Experimental parameters covered growth performance, carcass dressing percentage, subjective and objective meat quality and economical appraisal. The experimental design used was complete randomize design (CRD). A total number of (84), 8 days-old, 140 gm initial weight unsexed( Abar Acer) strain of...

Assessment Of Socio-Economic Impacts On Rural Development Programs On Livestock Sector

ABSTRACT Livestock play multiple roles in the livelihoods of people in developing communities, especially the poor. They provide food and nutrition, work, economic and social status, and ensure environmental sustainability. Unfortunately Sudan livestock sector in general is poorly organized and specifically small ruminant (sheep and goats). The owners are only smallholders and resource poor; because of this it is difficult if not impossible for them to access credit for increasing their inco...

In Vitro Evaluation Of Two Plants (Ginger And Cinnamon) Aqueous Extracts Against The Bacteria Streptomyces Spp Of Potato Common Scab

ABSTRACT This study was conducted at the plant pathology laboratory Sudan University of Science and technology of college of agricultural studies during the period (November 2019 – April 2019). The aim of this study is to evaluate the inhibitory effect of aqueous extracts of two plants Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and cinnamon (Cinnamomheum verumis) on the growth of the bacterium Streptomyces spp in vitro. Different concentration s (5%, 10% and 20%) of each of the tested plant, in addition...

Study Of Challenges Facing Sustainable Management Of The Urban Forest Khartoum Sunt Forest- Sudan

Abstract This study was conducted at Khartoum Sunt Forest with an objective of understanding challenges facing urban forest management and best means to address them. Data and information collected covered history of the forest management in addition to ongoing management activities administrative arrangement and prevailing uses including recreation related activities. Tools used included a questionnaire to collect data and information from forest visitors. In additions to checklists to coll...

Market Age, Enterprise Size And Relative Efficiency In Broiler Production In Imo State Of Nigeria

The study focused on market age, enterprise size and relative efficiency in broiler production in Imo State . The main aim was to determine resource use efficiencies in broiler brooding and rearing enterprises as well as large-scale and small-scale outfits in the two enterprises. Using multi-stage sampling technique, the study area was zoned into three using the existing zoning arrangement of the Imo State Agricultural Development Programme (ADP). A total of nine L.G.As were randomly selected...

Planting Time, Spray Regime, Disease Expression And Their Impacts On Six Cucumber Lines In A Derived Savanna Agroecology Of Nsukka, Southeastern Nigeria.

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a major vegetable crop worldwide and develops rapidly, with a shorter time from planting to harvest than most crops. It is a monoecious annual climber or creeper that has been cultivated for over 3,000 years and is still widely cultivated today. The fruit is soft, succulent with high water content, roughly cylindrical and elongated with tapered ends. The plant shades one another, being allowed to creep on the ground ther...

Estimation Of Competitiveness Of Sudanese Mango Fruits Exports To Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia During The Period 2010- 2012

ABSTRACT This study was conducted to evaluate the competitiveness and to identify the comparative advantages of Sudanese mango exports and determination of the causes that lead to the fluctuations of mango exports during the period (2010- 2012) and suggesting recommendations and strategies to improve the performance of this sector which can play an important role in Sudan’s economy. The study used primary data collected from some exporters in this field beside the secondary data which were...


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