Issue · 2025
Vol.38, Iss. 2,
18 articles · All issues →
Research ArticleAssessing The Impact of Contract Farming on Coconut Farming in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Using Cost and Revenue Analysis
Lorraine Sondak, Dwidjono Hadi Darwanto, Lestari Rahayu Waluyati
The research aims to analyze the economic impact of the contract farming partnership between coconut farmers and companies in North Sulawesi. This research evaluates the effects of contract farming on the costs and income of coconut farmers. A comparison of in…
18 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.127.144- Research Article
Effect of Adding Poultry Waste and Foliar Fertilization on the Ready and Absorbable Elements of Apricot Seedlings
Mohammad Tarkhan Abo Almekh
This study was conducted during the 2021 growing season at the Horticulture and Forestry Station in Al-Mahaweel, Babylon Governorate, to evaluate the effects of poultry waste application (at rates of 0, 5, 10, and 15 tons per hectare) and foliar fertilization…
12 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.01.11 - Research Article
Effectiveness of Nano Potassium on Growth and Yield of Spring Maize (Zea mays L.) Grown under the Heat Stress
Hayder Hilal Abbas Alkhafagi, Karrar Falah Hadi Al-Khafagi, Yaseen Abd Al-Janaby
This study aimed to produce strong plants that are resistant to environmental stress represented by high temperatures to record levels and to coincide with the flowering period of maize grown in the spring season in a hot climate, where temperatures reach 46&d…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.18.24 - Research Article
The Reality of Government Support for Farmers of Protected Vegetables and the Proposal to Improve it in the Governorates of the Central Region
Rasul Hadi Hassun, Ali Lateef Jasim Al-Mashhadani
The research aimed to diagnose the reality of government support for farmers of protected vegetables in the first place and to present proposals for improving the government support. A random sample of 140 farmers in the governorates was taken. A questionnaire…
19 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.62.71 
Research ArticleVegetation Analysis Using Remote Sensing
Israa Abdulqasim Mohammed Ali, Al-Zahraa Haider Hasan, Raghda Ihsan Lafta, Murad Musaab Adel, Ali M. Mozan Al-Koaerji
This study examines the dynamics of land cover in the city of Al-Khalis, Iraq, and the surrounding areas between 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2022. Through remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques, the study aims to monitor changes in land us…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.37.42
Research ArticleIntensity, Purposes and Drivers of Digital Technologies Adoption: Lessons from Shallot Farmers at Various Agroecological Zones in Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia
Alif Haidir Adana, Irham, Lestari Rahayu Waluyati, Arini Wahyu Utami
This study examines how shallot farmers in different agroecological zones in Yogyakarta Province perceive digital technologies and what drives their adoption. Yogyakarta, Indonesia’s most digitally literate province, was selected for the study. 316 shall…
20 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.84.91- Research Article
Effect of Ethephon and Kinetin in Growth and Yield of Three Wheat Varieties
Ahmad Thamer Kamil Al-Sultani, Ali S. Hassoon, Rasha Adil AlBakri
To determine the effects of ethephon and kinetin in some growth and yield traits of many of several wheat varieties, a field experiment was conducted in Al-Wardia area on the outskirts of Babil Governorate during the winter of 2022-2023. A complete randomized…
18 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.100.109 
Research ArticleMicrowave-Assisted Pyrolysis of Mixed Agricultural Wastes for Bio-Oil Production
Iman J. Hasan, Hasan J. Hasan, Hakeem J. Kadhim
The agricultural sector generates large quantities of residue each year. Recently, microwave-assisted pyrolysis (MAP) has emerged as a method for valorizing agricultural waste into bioenergy products. Product distribution in MAP, specifically gas, bio-oil, and…
18 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.110.118- Research Article
Seasonal Population Dynamics and Chemical Control of the Castor Mite, Eutetranychus orientalis (Klein), on Castor (Ricinus communis) in Tandojam
Ahsan Muhammad Khan, Imtiaz Ahmed Nizamani, Amir Khan Korai, Rehana Naz Syed, Arfan Ahmed Gilal, Khalid Hussain Qureshi et al.
This study was conducted during the summer season of 2024 at the Oilseed Section, Agriculture Research Centre, Tando Jam, to investigate the seasonal population dynamics and chemical control of the castor mite, Eutetranychus orientalis (Klein), on castor (Rici…
3 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.153.161 - Research Article
Comparative Impact of Some Organic Soil Conditioners on Chemical Properties of Soil under Wheat Cultivation
Bayan Habeeb Kadim, Ghassan Adnan Abdulameer, Sabah Lateef Assi
Fortification of soil physicochemical and biological profiles is one of the key elements of sustained agricultural productions. This pot experiment evaluated the effect of four organic soil conditioners (i.e., vermicompost, citric acid, humic acid, and sulfur)…
3 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.145.152 
Research ArticleReproductive Performance of Dairy Goats in Smallholder Farmers Affiliated with Dian Santosa and Pangestu Farmer Groups in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta: A Descriptive Study
Diah Tri Widayati, Sigit Bintara, Widya Asmarawati, Riyan Nugroho Aji, Kurniawan Dwi Prihantoko, Budi Prasetyo Widyobroto et al.
This pilot study aimed to describe and ascertain the reproductive performance of dairy goats on smallholder farms, focusing on the Dian Santosa and Pangestu Farmer Groups in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta. Data collected encompassed farmer demographics, dairy goat…
20 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.72.83
Research ArticleDevelopment of Betalains Incorporated Starch Films as Ph Sensor Smart Packaging
Beenish Khanzada, Marium Shaikh, Zunaira Shahid, Maria Majid, Misbah Kanwal, Mariam Aziz et al.
Smart packaging technologies are rapidly evolving to meet consumer demand for improved food safety and quality monitoring. To avoid the environmental and health concerns posed by synthetic plastic, biopolymer based smart packaging films need to be synthesized.…
18 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.119.126
Research ArticleTopographic Effect on the Total Oxides Distribution of Calcareous Soils in Northern Iraq
Omar Alsalam, Husian A. Isa, Mahmood Ahmed L. Al-Bayati, Hussein Alserae
The formation of soil is thought to be greatly influenced by topography. Understanding topographic variations is thus considered essential since it affects the appropriate management of soil, especially calcareous soils, known for playing a major role in the p…
3 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.162.174
Research ArticleDiversity and Abundance of Mite and Moth Pests in Maloideae Orchards with Records of Their Associated Natural Enemies
Ganieva Zumrad Abduhakimova, Kimyonazarov Sardorbek Qo’chqarali o’g‘li, Shermatov Malikjon Rakhmatjonovich, Hussain Ali, Embergenov Muratbay Amanbayevich, Akhmedova Mohira Shavkatovna
Uzbekistan is renowned for its fruit production among the Central Asian countries, due to its diverse agro-climatic conditions. Maloideae orchards, which include fruit varieties like apples and pears, are especially prominent throughout the country. The curren…
24 Jun 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.12.17- Review
Theoretical Approaches to the Sustainable Development of the Agricultural Sector: The Case of Azerbaijan
Elay Zeynalli, Mehman Karimov, Elcin Nesirov, Parvin Muxtarova, Narmin Masimli
griculture has served as a fundamental pillar of civilization, significantly contributing to food security, economic growth, employment, and commerce. However, traditional practices-characterized by high resource use and environmental degradation-threaten sust…
3 Sept 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.92.99 
Research ArticleProduction of Lactic Acid from Whey Using Two Cultures Mixed Cultures of Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus and Single Cultures of Lactobacillus plantarum
Sahar Adnan Sheet, Ruaa Adel Hamed, Zaman Nazem Taher, Anas Saad Hatem
This study was conducted to benefit from the lactose sugar found in whey, which is produced in large quantities by the dairy industry and poses an environmental hazard by polluting river waters, and convert it into lactic acid of high economic value in support…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.43.50
Research ArticleAssessment of Colored Light and Pheromone Traps Efficacy on Controlling Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Tomato Crop
Ghulam Sarwar Kamboh, Arfan Ahmed Gilal, Lubna Bashir Rajput, Jamal-U-Ddin Hajano
Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is a polyphagous pest of many economic crops including tomato crop, causing significant losses to the quantity and quality of tomatoes. Pheromone and light traps provide key information regarding the…
19 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.51.61
Research ArticleImprove Rice Supply Chain Resilience with the SCOR Model
Ria Indriani, Supriyo Imran, Yuliana Bakari, Siti Rahmatia Machieu
The impact of El-Niño in 2023, which hit Indonesia, caused a year-long drought, making rice availability in the market quite scarce and significantly increasing rice prices. This indicates an interruption in the rice supply chain that will impact its ov…
3 Aug 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.pjar/2025/38.2.25.36