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Research data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Mandlaa; Ren, Yuting; Qiao, Meiling; Yang, Yuzhen; Ren, Guojun; Chen, Zhongjun; Sun, Ziyu;Higher alcohols are not only the key flavor substance but also the precursor of other flavor substances in Baijiu. In the metabolic pathway of higher alcohols, alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) plays an important role and its genes can be used as a marker gene for analyzing the producer of higher alcohols. In this study, the degenerate primers of Zinc-dependent long-chain ADH gene (L.adh) were designed and applied to investigate the diversity of L.adh in different Daqu (HT, SC and SD). The results showed that the degenerate primers were able to amplify the fragment of L.adh and had good coverage in high-throughput sequencing. The diversity and composition of L.adh in the three kinds of Daqu were different and the diversity of L.adh in SC was the highest while HT was the lowest. The predominant L.adh in SC and HT were form Bacillus (54%–78%) and Aspergillus (64%–66%), respectively, and the predominant L.adh in SD were from Aspergillus (7%–51%) and Enterobacter (2%–47%). In addition, L.adh from bacteria and fungi could be clustered into one evolutionary branch and divided into 10 clusters. The findings of this study will provide a new perspective for evaluating the potential microorganisms associated with higher alcohol synthesis in Daqu and reference for selecting suitable Daqu in the production of Baijiu.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: De Paul N’Gbesso, Mako François; Gadji, Alahou André Gabaze; Coulibaly, Noupé Diakaria; Kogloin, Boua Urbain; +5 AuthorsDe Paul N’Gbesso, Mako François; Gadji, Alahou André Gabaze; Coulibaly, Noupé Diakaria; Kogloin, Boua Urbain; Fondio, Lassina; Ossey, Christian-Landry; N’Gaza, Aya Félicité; Tienebo, Eric-Olivier; Abo, Kouabenan;Late leaf spot and groundnut rosette are major constraints to groundnut cultivation, especially in the second crop cycle in central Côte d’Ivoire. This study was initiated to improve peanut production. It was conducted on 22 peanut accessions using a randomized complete block design with three (03) replications. In each elementary plot, agromorphological, and health parameters were assessed on ten plants per accession. A symptom rating scale was used to assess disease severity. The results showed that the agromorphological parameters were higher in the first cycle than in the second. Accessions ARA42, ARA60, ARA56, and ARA51, moderately resistant or tolerant to groundnut rosette and susceptible to late leaf spot, gave the best seed yields in the second cycle, which varied between 1.42 and 1.59 tons per hectare (t/ha). Those highly susceptible to these parasitic diseases (ARA55, ARA40, ARA39, ARA54, ARA57, and ARA53) gave the lowest yields ranging from 0.131 to 0.996 t/ha over the same period. Groundnut rosette and late leaf spot attacks were less severe in the first crop cycle than in the second, with mean severity ranging from 36.5 to 51.5% and 24.9 to 55.5%, respectively. Accessions ARA42, ARA60, ARA56, and ARA51 should be the subject of a rigorous selection program and made available to growers. As a result, yield losses during the second crop cycle, from July to October, will be reduced, and the use of synthetic chemical pesticides in peanut cultivation will be limited. The manuscript reveals the biotic constraints linked to groundnut production in the second crop cycle between July and October. This document is important for public authorities, development and groundnut sector stakeholders and small-scale producers who make a living from this activity. The article shows that production losses in the second crop cycle are more than 60%. But these losses can be reduced or mitigated by using resistant or tolerant genotypes. To this end, this paper presents resistant or tolerant groundnut varieties that can be used in the second crop cycle to limit production losses. Given the importance of groundnuts in cropping systems, in the agri-food industry, for human and animal consumption, for medicinal purposes and as a source of income for small-scale producers, this article provides an opportunity to produce groundnuts over both cropping cycles (March to June and July to October).
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gelaye, Yohannes; Getahun, Sewnet;Gelaye, Yohannes; Getahun, Sewnet;Carbon sequestration is defined as the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide. Fruit crops are indispensable both for climate change mitigation and ensuring food security. However, the impact of fruit trees is not adequately investigated. This review assesses the carbon sequestration potential of fruit trees and their implications for climate change mitigation. Fruit trees use photosynthesis to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and assimilate it into their cellulose, lowering atmospheric buildup. Horn of Africa is the most vulnerable region for climate change, and Ethiopia is also facing unpredictable weather, which brings sporadic floods and droughts that harm the agricultural sectors. Dramatic rise of CO2 from 280 ppm in 1850 to 420.2 ± 0.5 ppm in 2023 is reported to link with human activity. In most Ethiopian farms, multipurpose fruit trees are rarely cultivated, and the only experience is planting trees in the homestead areas. Even though fruit trees have an enormous potential to store carbon, the destruction of those trees is also results greenhouse gas. Tree plants, including fruit trees, are thought to absorb 0.42 to 0.65 pentagrams of carbon per year. Above- and below-ground biomasses have been described to sink more than 40% of carbon. Agroforestry practices should adopt all fruit species on the basis of carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation in their growing stratum. Therefore, in order to oblige countries to adopt versatile fruit trees to meet food and nutrition security, carbon sequestration, and climate change mitigation efforts should have both political and economic sustainability.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Peltonen-Sainio, Pirjo; Jauhiainen, Lauri; Joona, Juuso; Mattila, Tuomas J.; Hydén, Tony; Känkänen, Hannu;Cover crops (CCs) are a diverse group of species that are sown simultaneously or after the cash crop either as monocrops or mixtures. A farmer survey with 1130 respondents was carried out with the aim to gain knowledge on CC species used by Finnish farmers, to understand how experienced farmers were with them, how experiences varied depending on farm and farmer characteristics, and to identify target groups for dissemination and policy measures. The studied groups were conventional and organic farms that had selected CCs as a registered measure in 2020 to receive agricultural payments. Our results show that farmers were experienced with a high number of CCs despite the high-latitude conditions. Only 11% of respondents had plenty of experience with CCs as mixtures. Farmers tended to favour CCs that were familiar to them as cash crops. Organic producers were usually more experienced than conventional farmers. Education increased curiosity towards CCs. Farmers who used more diverse cash crops tended to use more diverse CCs. In conclusion, especially farmers who have cereal-based systems and rotations should be a core group for knowledge sharing to support transition towards increased use of CCs and higher diversity of CC species in the future.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Aydın, Çağlar Mert; Güven, Alper;Aydın, Çağlar Mert; Güven, Alper;The study is intended to shed light on walnut species cultivated in Tunceli province in 2022 and the oils produced from Juglans regia Fernor walnuts. Physicochemical properties of walnuts and fatty acid composition of the oils produced from the walnuts were identified. In addition, nutritional indexes and bioactive compounds of the oils were determined. Overall, physicochemical properties of the seeds belonging to walnuts significantly changed according to the variety. The major component in walnut seeds was found to be oil content. Saturated (SFA), monounsaturated (MUFA) and polyunsaturated (PUFA) fatty acid ratios of the walnuts were varied according to the type of seed. Characterization of fatty acid composition in the oils from the walnuts was performed according to 6 different fatty acid levels. These fatty acids are myristic, palmitic, margaric, oleic, linoleic and linolenic acid. The oils have a refractive index being in the range of 1.4677–1.4694, the iodine value being in the range of 107–109 gms. TPC (total phenolic content) and DPPH antioxidant activity of the oils significantly changed according to the variety. TPC of the oils were found in the range of 0.33–1.53 mg GAE/g oil and DPPH antioxidant activity of the oils were in the range of 13.04–5.42 mg TE g−1 oil. All walnut oils showed Newtonian flow behavior. The nutritional indexes including UI (Unsaturation index), IA (Atherogenicity index), IT (Thrombogenicity index) and HH (Hypocholesterolemic/hypercholesterolemic ratio) were determined to significantly change according to the variety, except for IT. It could be stated from the results that Nazimiye walnut seed oil has healthier effects on human health.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gebreegziher, Wolie Gebremicheal;Gebreegziher, Wolie Gebremicheal;Crop production in dryland agriculture is challenged by weed infestation, and soil borne diseases which are sever in poorly fertile and moisture deficit soils where pathogen spores and weed seeds endure and persist for several years. There is little knowledge and organized information about the impact of solarization technology on soil fertility, beneficial soil microorganisms, greenhouse gas emission and its economic feasibility in dryland agriculture. This paper aimed to review the role of soil solarization as pest control mechanisms, its effect on soil biota and soil fertility in dryland. Data and information were gathered, synthesized and paraphrased from relevant and peer reviewed published papers. Studies showed that soil solarization increases the total population of soil microorganisms by 477 (no.g−1soil) and improves soil fertility by 16%, reduce weed infestations and soil borne diseases by 90 and 80% respectively in drylands, thereby it gives a yield advantage of 17.42 t ha−1 than unsalaried soil. Solarization is economically profitable and gives a return investment of 56% per year. It is more sounding with prior irrigation and biodegradable plastic films during hot seasons of dryland areas. This technology is safe, affordable, effective and sustainable crop protection and soil fertility enhancing strategy. Crop production in dryland is challenged by moisture deficiency, weed and soil born disease infestation, and degraded and poor soil fertility. In response, farmers are forced to apply extensively harmful, high-priced and unsustainable chemical fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. Therefore, there is a demand for sustainable and sounding technology that manages soil, weed and soil born disease together at the same time. As the result, adopting alternative management technologies like soil solarization which enables safe and sustainable crop protection with minimum or no use of chemical fertilizer, pesticides and herbicides. Solarization would be a promising technology to promote beneficial soil microorganisms kills soil borne pathogens and depletes soil weed seed bank effectively and sustainably thereby improves crop yields significantly.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Brinkhoff, R. E.; Mendham, D.; Hunt, M. A.; Hovenden, M. J.;Brinkhoff, R. E.; Mendham, D.; Hunt, M. A.; Hovenden, M. J.;Large amounts of nitrogen (N) fertiliser are often applied to commercial plantations in southern Australia to obtain high growth rates. The growth response to fertiliser can be realised through increased foliar N and hence improved leaf-level photosynthetic capacity, or through increased leaf area production, which in turn increases light capture and hence canopy-level photosynthesis. While extra leaf area is beneficial to a tree in this regard, extra leaves may also incur costs in terms of both carbon (C) and water. Since canopy water use scales with total leaf area, greater leaf area could cause stomatal closure in times of water shortage, reducing the C assimilation rate. Here, we used three factorial N × phosphorus fertiliser experiments in Eucalyptus nitens plantations across Tasmania, Australia, to assess the effects of 12 fertiliser treatments on C- and water-related gas exchange, foliar N and trunk shrinkage. As prior research in this system has demonstrated an increase in leaf area in response to high N, we investigated the potential physiological costs and benefits of this extra leaf area. N application appeared to have consequences for plant water use, as evidenced by greater trunk shrinkage and lower stomatal conductance. However, this varied by site and year, indicating that the response is dependent on environmental conditions. These results highlight the importance of considering site conditions when prescribing fertiliser application regimes because adding large amounts of N could have unintended consequences for growth due to increased leaf area and hence potential water use, especially in dry conditions.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Fauzi, Ahmad; Titisari, Nurina; Noor, Mohd. Hezmee Mohd.; Azlan, Azrina; Hamzah, Hazilawati;It is well-established that Morus alba and its derivatives have been clinically proven to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Although several studies have mentioned the beneficial effect of Morus alba on kidney disorders, the role of Morus alba in CKD still needs to be explored. Thus, this study investigated the effect of Morus alba and chlorogenic acid treatment on renal fibrosis in mice induced with unilateral urethral obstruction (UUO). Twenty-five Balb/c mice were randomly divided into five groups: the sham-operated group, the UUO untreated group, and the UUO treated with enalapril (ENA), Morus alba leaves extract (MLE) and chlorogenic acid (CGA) groups. Urine, blood, and organ samples were collected to evaluate urinalysis, haematology, biochemistry, and histopathology. The result indicated that the UUO group had significantly higher levels of creatinine (p < 0.001) and urea (p < 0.05), as well as hydronephrosis and urine crystal sedimentation (p < 0.05). In comparison to the UUO group, the MLE and CGA groups displayed improved urine profiles, ameliorated anaemia (p < 0.05), and urine crystals (p < 0.05). The administration of CGA also significantly reduced serum creatinine (p < 0.05) and protein-creatinine ratio (UPCr) levels. In addition, MLE and CGA could prevent hydronephrosis and delay renal damage, particularly in the dilation of Bowman’s space, tubular injury, loss of tubular epithelium, and cellular inflammation. In conclusion, Morus alba and CGA had a therapeutic effect in minimising the progression of renal damage. As a result, it can be promoted as a complementary renoprotective product based on natural products, as it has a potentially similar effect to enalapril. Morus alba is a plant that originated in China and has spread worldwide. This plant has been used in many civilisations for animal feed, culinary uses, and even traditional medicine. Indeed, several studies have shown that the leaves of Morus alba contain various phytochemicals that may positively affect health. Morus alba leaves contain a variety of phytochemicals, including phenolic acids, sterols, coumarins, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and flavonols. Several scientific studies have found that certain phytochemicals, particularly chlorogenic acid, have a beneficial effect on renal disease. In fact, Morus alba contains diuretic and free radical scavenging properties that may help prevent kidney damage. Thus, using the mice animal model, this study aimed to provide evidence of the effects of Morus alba leaf extract and chlorogenic acid on CKD symptoms.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gebru, Negussie Zeray; Tadesse, Tasew; Wae, Wajana;Gebru, Negussie Zeray; Tadesse, Tasew; Wae, Wajana;The study evaluated the impact of adopting improved coffee Arabica on organic coffee producers’ households’ livelihoods by employing data obtained from 120 coffee producer households in the Gedeo zone. The generalised propensity-score matching methodology is used to analyse the data. The approach was used to match families with similar variables and varying levels of enhanced Arabica coffee adoption intensity. The technique proved efficient in elucidating non-linear causal links between adoption intensities, dosages, and outcome variables. The average dose-response or impact function was calculated by averaging consumer expenditure, household per capita income, and calorie intake per AE at various levels of adoption intensities. The result showed that initially, coffee production had a negative impact on kilocalories per adult equivalent (AE) but turned positive following an adoption dose that reached the optimum. The improved Arabica coffee varieties’ optimal adoption dose is 71.42%, and the equivalent annual household calorie consumption is 2,384.80 kilocalories per AE. However, the impact of coffee Arabica adoption on consumption expenditure was initially positive, but it turned negative after the adoption dose reached its optimum. The level of optimum adoption is 28.41, and the annual household consumption expenditure was 13704 Ethiopian Birr. Furthermore, at an optimum level of 83.66%, the intensity of adoption and income of coffee producers had a positive impact. In this context, policies that promote the efficiency of coffee production and minimize the barriers to farmer adoption provide the most optimal land allocation for improved technology and, in doing so, improve the lives of households.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Louis, Libin T.; Daigneault, Adam; Kizha., Anil Raj;Louis, Libin T.; Daigneault, Adam; Kizha., Anil Raj;Extensive forest resources make the Northeastern United States a promising source of woody biomass. Managing overstocked stands, common to the region, has been a major challenge due to a significant proportion of the harvest being low-value products. There are also various socio-economic and ecological factors that constrain the harvest decision. The objectives of the study were to compare and identify the key components, circumstances, and constraints related to the harvesting of small-diameter trees (SDT), regionally; to test if the responses varied between different job and experience categories; and to understand the perspectives of foresters and loggers to improve the current constraints. An online survey with 270 inputs from foresters and loggers in the Northeastern United States showed that, on average, 24% of the total harvest residue comprised small-diameter trees. The strongest agreement was on utilizing woody biomass for bioenergy and institutional heat energy. The primary reason for harvesting woody biomass was to satisfy the landowner’s objectives and for maintaining aesthetic value. The major constraints in woody biomass harvesting were the lack of markets and higher trucking distance. Respondent recommendations strongly emphasized the need for new and improved markets, infrastructure, and increased support from government.
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Research data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Mandlaa; Ren, Yuting; Qiao, Meiling; Yang, Yuzhen; Ren, Guojun; Chen, Zhongjun; Sun, Ziyu;Higher alcohols are not only the key flavor substance but also the precursor of other flavor substances in Baijiu. In the metabolic pathway of higher alcohols, alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) plays an important role and its genes can be used as a marker gene for analyzing the producer of higher alcohols. In this study, the degenerate primers of Zinc-dependent long-chain ADH gene (L.adh) were designed and applied to investigate the diversity of L.adh in different Daqu (HT, SC and SD). The results showed that the degenerate primers were able to amplify the fragment of L.adh and had good coverage in high-throughput sequencing. The diversity and composition of L.adh in the three kinds of Daqu were different and the diversity of L.adh in SC was the highest while HT was the lowest. The predominant L.adh in SC and HT were form Bacillus (54%–78%) and Aspergillus (64%–66%), respectively, and the predominant L.adh in SD were from Aspergillus (7%–51%) and Enterobacter (2%–47%). In addition, L.adh from bacteria and fungi could be clustered into one evolutionary branch and divided into 10 clusters. The findings of this study will provide a new perspective for evaluating the potential microorganisms associated with higher alcohol synthesis in Daqu and reference for selecting suitable Daqu in the production of Baijiu.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: De Paul N’Gbesso, Mako François; Gadji, Alahou André Gabaze; Coulibaly, Noupé Diakaria; Kogloin, Boua Urbain; +5 AuthorsDe Paul N’Gbesso, Mako François; Gadji, Alahou André Gabaze; Coulibaly, Noupé Diakaria; Kogloin, Boua Urbain; Fondio, Lassina; Ossey, Christian-Landry; N’Gaza, Aya Félicité; Tienebo, Eric-Olivier; Abo, Kouabenan;Late leaf spot and groundnut rosette are major constraints to groundnut cultivation, especially in the second crop cycle in central Côte d’Ivoire. This study was initiated to improve peanut production. It was conducted on 22 peanut accessions using a randomized complete block design with three (03) replications. In each elementary plot, agromorphological, and health parameters were assessed on ten plants per accession. A symptom rating scale was used to assess disease severity. The results showed that the agromorphological parameters were higher in the first cycle than in the second. Accessions ARA42, ARA60, ARA56, and ARA51, moderately resistant or tolerant to groundnut rosette and susceptible to late leaf spot, gave the best seed yields in the second cycle, which varied between 1.42 and 1.59 tons per hectare (t/ha). Those highly susceptible to these parasitic diseases (ARA55, ARA40, ARA39, ARA54, ARA57, and ARA53) gave the lowest yields ranging from 0.131 to 0.996 t/ha over the same period. Groundnut rosette and late leaf spot attacks were less severe in the first crop cycle than in the second, with mean severity ranging from 36.5 to 51.5% and 24.9 to 55.5%, respectively. Accessions ARA42, ARA60, ARA56, and ARA51 should be the subject of a rigorous selection program and made available to growers. As a result, yield losses during the second crop cycle, from July to October, will be reduced, and the use of synthetic chemical pesticides in peanut cultivation will be limited. The manuscript reveals the biotic constraints linked to groundnut production in the second crop cycle between July and October. This document is important for public authorities, development and groundnut sector stakeholders and small-scale producers who make a living from this activity. The article shows that production losses in the second crop cycle are more than 60%. But these losses can be reduced or mitigated by using resistant or tolerant genotypes. To this end, this paper presents resistant or tolerant groundnut varieties that can be used in the second crop cycle to limit production losses. Given the importance of groundnuts in cropping systems, in the agri-food industry, for human and animal consumption, for medicinal purposes and as a source of income for small-scale producers, this article provides an opportunity to produce groundnuts over both cropping cycles (March to June and July to October).
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gelaye, Yohannes; Getahun, Sewnet;Gelaye, Yohannes; Getahun, Sewnet;Carbon sequestration is defined as the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide. Fruit crops are indispensable both for climate change mitigation and ensuring food security. However, the impact of fruit trees is not adequately investigated. This review assesses the carbon sequestration potential of fruit trees and their implications for climate change mitigation. Fruit trees use photosynthesis to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and assimilate it into their cellulose, lowering atmospheric buildup. Horn of Africa is the most vulnerable region for climate change, and Ethiopia is also facing unpredictable weather, which brings sporadic floods and droughts that harm the agricultural sectors. Dramatic rise of CO2 from 280 ppm in 1850 to 420.2 ± 0.5 ppm in 2023 is reported to link with human activity. In most Ethiopian farms, multipurpose fruit trees are rarely cultivated, and the only experience is planting trees in the homestead areas. Even though fruit trees have an enormous potential to store carbon, the destruction of those trees is also results greenhouse gas. Tree plants, including fruit trees, are thought to absorb 0.42 to 0.65 pentagrams of carbon per year. Above- and below-ground biomasses have been described to sink more than 40% of carbon. Agroforestry practices should adopt all fruit species on the basis of carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation in their growing stratum. Therefore, in order to oblige countries to adopt versatile fruit trees to meet food and nutrition security, carbon sequestration, and climate change mitigation efforts should have both political and economic sustainability.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Peltonen-Sainio, Pirjo; Jauhiainen, Lauri; Joona, Juuso; Mattila, Tuomas J.; Hydén, Tony; Känkänen, Hannu;Cover crops (CCs) are a diverse group of species that are sown simultaneously or after the cash crop either as monocrops or mixtures. A farmer survey with 1130 respondents was carried out with the aim to gain knowledge on CC species used by Finnish farmers, to understand how experienced farmers were with them, how experiences varied depending on farm and farmer characteristics, and to identify target groups for dissemination and policy measures. The studied groups were conventional and organic farms that had selected CCs as a registered measure in 2020 to receive agricultural payments. Our results show that farmers were experienced with a high number of CCs despite the high-latitude conditions. Only 11% of respondents had plenty of experience with CCs as mixtures. Farmers tended to favour CCs that were familiar to them as cash crops. Organic producers were usually more experienced than conventional farmers. Education increased curiosity towards CCs. Farmers who used more diverse cash crops tended to use more diverse CCs. In conclusion, especially farmers who have cereal-based systems and rotations should be a core group for knowledge sharing to support transition towards increased use of CCs and higher diversity of CC species in the future.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Aydın, Çağlar Mert; Güven, Alper;Aydın, Çağlar Mert; Güven, Alper;The study is intended to shed light on walnut species cultivated in Tunceli province in 2022 and the oils produced from Juglans regia Fernor walnuts. Physicochemical properties of walnuts and fatty acid composition of the oils produced from the walnuts were identified. In addition, nutritional indexes and bioactive compounds of the oils were determined. Overall, physicochemical properties of the seeds belonging to walnuts significantly changed according to the variety. The major component in walnut seeds was found to be oil content. Saturated (SFA), monounsaturated (MUFA) and polyunsaturated (PUFA) fatty acid ratios of the walnuts were varied according to the type of seed. Characterization of fatty acid composition in the oils from the walnuts was performed according to 6 different fatty acid levels. These fatty acids are myristic, palmitic, margaric, oleic, linoleic and linolenic acid. The oils have a refractive index being in the range of 1.4677–1.4694, the iodine value being in the range of 107–109 gms. TPC (total phenolic content) and DPPH antioxidant activity of the oils significantly changed according to the variety. TPC of the oils were found in the range of 0.33–1.53 mg GAE/g oil and DPPH antioxidant activity of the oils were in the range of 13.04–5.42 mg TE g−1 oil. All walnut oils showed Newtonian flow behavior. The nutritional indexes including UI (Unsaturation index), IA (Atherogenicity index), IT (Thrombogenicity index) and HH (Hypocholesterolemic/hypercholesterolemic ratio) were determined to significantly change according to the variety, except for IT. It could be stated from the results that Nazimiye walnut seed oil has healthier effects on human health.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gebreegziher, Wolie Gebremicheal;Gebreegziher, Wolie Gebremicheal;Crop production in dryland agriculture is challenged by weed infestation, and soil borne diseases which are sever in poorly fertile and moisture deficit soils where pathogen spores and weed seeds endure and persist for several years. There is little knowledge and organized information about the impact of solarization technology on soil fertility, beneficial soil microorganisms, greenhouse gas emission and its economic feasibility in dryland agriculture. This paper aimed to review the role of soil solarization as pest control mechanisms, its effect on soil biota and soil fertility in dryland. Data and information were gathered, synthesized and paraphrased from relevant and peer reviewed published papers. Studies showed that soil solarization increases the total population of soil microorganisms by 477 (no.g−1soil) and improves soil fertility by 16%, reduce weed infestations and soil borne diseases by 90 and 80% respectively in drylands, thereby it gives a yield advantage of 17.42 t ha−1 than unsalaried soil. Solarization is economically profitable and gives a return investment of 56% per year. It is more sounding with prior irrigation and biodegradable plastic films during hot seasons of dryland areas. This technology is safe, affordable, effective and sustainable crop protection and soil fertility enhancing strategy. Crop production in dryland is challenged by moisture deficiency, weed and soil born disease infestation, and degraded and poor soil fertility. In response, farmers are forced to apply extensively harmful, high-priced and unsustainable chemical fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. Therefore, there is a demand for sustainable and sounding technology that manages soil, weed and soil born disease together at the same time. As the result, adopting alternative management technologies like soil solarization which enables safe and sustainable crop protection with minimum or no use of chemical fertilizer, pesticides and herbicides. Solarization would be a promising technology to promote beneficial soil microorganisms kills soil borne pathogens and depletes soil weed seed bank effectively and sustainably thereby improves crop yields significantly.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Brinkhoff, R. E.; Mendham, D.; Hunt, M. A.; Hovenden, M. J.;Brinkhoff, R. E.; Mendham, D.; Hunt, M. A.; Hovenden, M. J.;Large amounts of nitrogen (N) fertiliser are often applied to commercial plantations in southern Australia to obtain high growth rates. The growth response to fertiliser can be realised through increased foliar N and hence improved leaf-level photosynthetic capacity, or through increased leaf area production, which in turn increases light capture and hence canopy-level photosynthesis. While extra leaf area is beneficial to a tree in this regard, extra leaves may also incur costs in terms of both carbon (C) and water. Since canopy water use scales with total leaf area, greater leaf area could cause stomatal closure in times of water shortage, reducing the C assimilation rate. Here, we used three factorial N × phosphorus fertiliser experiments in Eucalyptus nitens plantations across Tasmania, Australia, to assess the effects of 12 fertiliser treatments on C- and water-related gas exchange, foliar N and trunk shrinkage. As prior research in this system has demonstrated an increase in leaf area in response to high N, we investigated the potential physiological costs and benefits of this extra leaf area. N application appeared to have consequences for plant water use, as evidenced by greater trunk shrinkage and lower stomatal conductance. However, this varied by site and year, indicating that the response is dependent on environmental conditions. These results highlight the importance of considering site conditions when prescribing fertiliser application regimes because adding large amounts of N could have unintended consequences for growth due to increased leaf area and hence potential water use, especially in dry conditions.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Fauzi, Ahmad; Titisari, Nurina; Noor, Mohd. Hezmee Mohd.; Azlan, Azrina; Hamzah, Hazilawati;It is well-established that Morus alba and its derivatives have been clinically proven to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Although several studies have mentioned the beneficial effect of Morus alba on kidney disorders, the role of Morus alba in CKD still needs to be explored. Thus, this study investigated the effect of Morus alba and chlorogenic acid treatment on renal fibrosis in mice induced with unilateral urethral obstruction (UUO). Twenty-five Balb/c mice were randomly divided into five groups: the sham-operated group, the UUO untreated group, and the UUO treated with enalapril (ENA), Morus alba leaves extract (MLE) and chlorogenic acid (CGA) groups. Urine, blood, and organ samples were collected to evaluate urinalysis, haematology, biochemistry, and histopathology. The result indicated that the UUO group had significantly higher levels of creatinine (p < 0.001) and urea (p < 0.05), as well as hydronephrosis and urine crystal sedimentation (p < 0.05). In comparison to the UUO group, the MLE and CGA groups displayed improved urine profiles, ameliorated anaemia (p < 0.05), and urine crystals (p < 0.05). The administration of CGA also significantly reduced serum creatinine (p < 0.05) and protein-creatinine ratio (UPCr) levels. In addition, MLE and CGA could prevent hydronephrosis and delay renal damage, particularly in the dilation of Bowman’s space, tubular injury, loss of tubular epithelium, and cellular inflammation. In conclusion, Morus alba and CGA had a therapeutic effect in minimising the progression of renal damage. As a result, it can be promoted as a complementary renoprotective product based on natural products, as it has a potentially similar effect to enalapril. Morus alba is a plant that originated in China and has spread worldwide. This plant has been used in many civilisations for animal feed, culinary uses, and even traditional medicine. Indeed, several studies have shown that the leaves of Morus alba contain various phytochemicals that may positively affect health. Morus alba leaves contain a variety of phytochemicals, including phenolic acids, sterols, coumarins, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and flavonols. Several scientific studies have found that certain phytochemicals, particularly chlorogenic acid, have a beneficial effect on renal disease. In fact, Morus alba contains diuretic and free radical scavenging properties that may help prevent kidney damage. Thus, using the mice animal model, this study aimed to provide evidence of the effects of Morus alba leaf extract and chlorogenic acid on CKD symptoms.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Gebru, Negussie Zeray; Tadesse, Tasew; Wae, Wajana;Gebru, Negussie Zeray; Tadesse, Tasew; Wae, Wajana;The study evaluated the impact of adopting improved coffee Arabica on organic coffee producers’ households’ livelihoods by employing data obtained from 120 coffee producer households in the Gedeo zone. The generalised propensity-score matching methodology is used to analyse the data. The approach was used to match families with similar variables and varying levels of enhanced Arabica coffee adoption intensity. The technique proved efficient in elucidating non-linear causal links between adoption intensities, dosages, and outcome variables. The average dose-response or impact function was calculated by averaging consumer expenditure, household per capita income, and calorie intake per AE at various levels of adoption intensities. The result showed that initially, coffee production had a negative impact on kilocalories per adult equivalent (AE) but turned positive following an adoption dose that reached the optimum. The improved Arabica coffee varieties’ optimal adoption dose is 71.42%, and the equivalent annual household calorie consumption is 2,384.80 kilocalories per AE. However, the impact of coffee Arabica adoption on consumption expenditure was initially positive, but it turned negative after the adoption dose reached its optimum. The level of optimum adoption is 28.41, and the annual household consumption expenditure was 13704 Ethiopian Birr. Furthermore, at an optimum level of 83.66%, the intensity of adoption and income of coffee producers had a positive impact. In this context, policies that promote the efficiency of coffee production and minimize the barriers to farmer adoption provide the most optimal land allocation for improved technology and, in doing so, improve the lives of households.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euResearch data keyboard_double_arrow_right Dataset 2024Publisher:Taylor & Francis Authors: Louis, Libin T.; Daigneault, Adam; Kizha., Anil Raj;Louis, Libin T.; Daigneault, Adam; Kizha., Anil Raj;Extensive forest resources make the Northeastern United States a promising source of woody biomass. Managing overstocked stands, common to the region, has been a major challenge due to a significant proportion of the harvest being low-value products. There are also various socio-economic and ecological factors that constrain the harvest decision. The objectives of the study were to compare and identify the key components, circumstances, and constraints related to the harvesting of small-diameter trees (SDT), regionally; to test if the responses varied between different job and experience categories; and to understand the perspectives of foresters and loggers to improve the current constraints. An online survey with 270 inputs from foresters and loggers in the Northeastern United States showed that, on average, 24% of the total harvest residue comprised small-diameter trees. The strongest agreement was on utilizing woody biomass for bioenergy and institutional heat energy. The primary reason for harvesting woody biomass was to satisfy the landowner’s objectives and for maintaining aesthetic value. The major constraints in woody biomass harvesting were the lack of markets and higher trucking distance. Respondent recommendations strongly emphasized the need for new and improved markets, infrastructure, and increased support from government.
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