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Vol. 41, Iss. 4
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Research ArticlePotential of Probiotics in Sustainable Aquaculture Production in Pakistan
Sadaf Aman, Sajid Mahmood Shahzad, Rahman Ullah
Probiotics may affect the gut microbiota of many different kinds of animals, including aquatic organisms. Probiotics are well known for reduction the risk of illness and stress, boosting immunity, altering gut microbiota, digestion, and nutrition, as well as i…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1635.1644
Research ArticleCrafting Resilience: Innovating Risk Analysis and Mitigation Strategies in the Robusta Coffee Supply Chain Using a Fuzzy Approach
Wahyu Lis Setyaningsih, Budi Setiawan, Agustina Shinta
Focusing on resilience-building in the Robusta coffee supply chain, this study introduces an innovative risk analysis and mitigation framework utilizing fuzzy logic techniques in the context of East Java. The research addresses critical issues of uncertainty a…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1893.1903
Research ArticleAssessing the Impact of Governance Quality on Agricultural Output in Iraq (2003–2024): Evidence from the ARDL Approach
Hayder Abbas Drebee, Amjed Azeae Abd, Mohammed Kareem Abd Ali, Ali Sabah Alhasan
Current study examines how good governance influences agricultural productivity in Iraq during 2003Q1–2024Q4, drawing on six key World Bank indicators: Voice and Accountability, Political Stability, Government Effectiveness, Regulatory Quality, Rule of L…
1 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1996.2012
Research ArticleEnhancing Sustainable Livelihoods and Empowering Women: A Study on Scavenging Duck Rearing in the Tanguar Haor Region of Bangladesh
Santa Islam, Ismat Ara Begum, Nazmus Sayadat, Saifur Rahman, Bristy Banik
Duck rearing in the haor areas is a common farming practice that helps small farmers to improve their livelihoods and reduce poverty in Bangladesh. The purpose of this study was to examine the socioeconomic effects of raising ducks on rural households, with a…
10 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1553.1563
Research ArticleEstimation of Irrigation Induced Drainable Excess water from Sugarcane Field using a Hydrus-1D Model: a Case of Omo-Kuraz Irrigation Project, Ethiopia
Nigatu Toma, Samuel Dagalo, Tena Alamirew
Waterlogging is a result of overwatering Omo Kuraz Irrigation in Ethiopia.In vulnerable areas, soil moisture is crucial for ecosystem rehabilitation and restoration of vegetation. To manage irrigation water and restore vegetation on irrigated agricultural land…
25 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1860.1873
Research ArticleDetection and Molecular Characterization of Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus in the Local and Hybrid Tomato Varieties in District Mansehra, Pakistan Accession Number (BankIt2535530 Sample OM100018)
Mohib Shah, Noorullah Khan, Aziz ud Din, Sajid Ul Ghafoor, Sajjad Ullah Khan, Sabaz Ali Khan
Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV) is one of the most devastating threats to tomato crop in Pakistan as well as in many of the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Research was conducted to evaluate the presence of TYLCV in six different local tom…
9 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1494.1506
Research ArticleProductivity and Brix Content of Several Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) Varieties under Various Concentrations of Liquid Nano-silica Fertilizer
Fahmi Sahaka, Yunus Musa, Muh Farid, Muhammad Fuad Anshori
Silicon is considered a beneficial element known to enhance both the productivity and brix content of sugarcane. This study aimed to determine the optimal concentration of liquid nanosilica fertilizer across several sugarcane varieties to achieve the highest p…
9 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1507.1522- Research Article
Synergistic Effects of Organic Amendments and Plant Extracts on Growth, Minerals Content, and Phytohormones of Pomegranate cv. Wonderful
Akram. A.A. Hadi, Mawaheb M. Hussein
Pomegranate is an important fruit crop because of its higher nutritional and phytochemical properties. Different management practices can be employed to improve the growth and yield of pomegranate cultivated in arid and semi-arid regions globally. The aim of t…
20 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1574.1582 
Research ArticlePhosphorylated Banggai Yam Starch Edible Film: Effect of Glycerol Concentration on Its Mechanical and Functional Properties
Ramadhani Chaniago, Asriani Hasanuddin, Abdul Rahim, Darni Lamusu
Phosphorylation, a chemical modification technique, increases the hydrophilicity, film-forming ability, and mechanical strength of starch, making it suitable for edible film applications. This study investigated the effect of glycerol concentration on the mech…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1604.1615
Research ArticleNutritional Characteristics of Almond (Prunus dulcis) Leaves for Livestock in the Baltistan Region
Asiya Batool, Ammarah Kanwal, Ghulam Raza, Shazia Kausar, Ishrat Jamil
Almond (Prunus dulcis Miller D. A. Webb) is a member of the Rosaceae family and is commonly known as sweet almonds. It is one of the oldest cultivated nut trees in the world. It is also a widely cultivated fruit species in the Baltistan region of Pakistan. Alm…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1627.1634- Research Article
Relative Effectiveness of Mineral Fortification and Biofertilization on Some Bioactive Constituents of Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) Seeds
Ahmed Najm Al-Mosawy, Zahraa Mohsen Al Assafi
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) is a vital herb with great ethnomedicinal importance. As biofortification of plants with essential minerals, nutrients, and fertilizers can enhance their bio-constitution, this study assessed the effect of acadian marin…
5 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1660.1666 
Research ArticleDiffusion Model of Leguminous Plants Enzyme-Based Formulated Feeds for Hogs
Marcos E. Bollido
The cost of commercial feed is increasing, this was considered the most expensive component in hog enterprise. Leguminous-based feeds as an alternative source of protein-rich hog feed are promising since these are the cheapest. T0 with 100% commercial feeds (C…
5 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1667.1680
Research ArticleTowards Sustainable Paddy Disease Control: Exploring the Potential of Silver Nanoparticles
Roslina Ainna Roslan, Athirah Marsya Azizul Rashidi, Nurul Aili Zakaria, Sharifah Aminah Syed Mohamad, Norfatimah Mohamed Yunus
Nanotechnology offers promising solutions for sustainable agriculture, particularly in managing plant diseases. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), with their unique properties, have emerged as potent antibacterial agents against various plant pathogens. This review…
5 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1681.1697
Research ArticleComparative Analysis of Grain Yield and Filling Pattern in Maize Genotypes Under Irrigated and Rainfed Conditions in the Old Brahmaputra Floodplain, Bangladesh
Md. Azihullah, Ahmed Khairul Hasan, Md. Abdul Kader, Md. Liton Mia, Md. Rakibul Hasan Sanet, Md. Atikur Rahman et al.
In water-scarce locations, creative and sustainable methods are consequently necessary for the efficient management of water for agricultural production. An experiment was conducted at Agronomy Field Laboratory, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh.…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.1710.1733
Research ArticleQuantifying the Trade-Off Between Yield and Sensory Attributes in Strawberry Cultivars: A Data-Driven Evaluation
Sana El Moutaouakil, Aicha Rossafi, Youssef El Madhi, Nabil Sbai, Fathalah Elwahab, Abderrahim Benzakour et al.
Balancing high yield with superior sensory quality is a key challenge in commercial strawberry production. This study evaluated three cultivars FORTUNA, SABRINA, and VICTORIA across two harvest seasons (2023–2024) in Larache, Morocco. A total of 1,999 co…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1802.1813
Research ArticleThe Impact of Credit Effectiveness on Enhancing Technical Efficiency and Productivity of Sugarcane Farming in West Java Province, Indonesia
Dina Dwirayani, Nunung Nuryartono, Dwi Rachmina, Amzul Rifin
One of the factors that determines farmers’ readiness in managing production inputs efficiently is capitalization. The plantation sub-sector crops, particularly sugarcane, saw a 7.8% increase in People’s Business Credit (KUR) realized between 2019…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1824.1836
Research ArticleDevelopment of Gluten-Free Rice Flour-Based Muffins Enriched With Flaxseed and Cinnamon Powder
Komal Fatima, Majid Suhail Hashmi, Muhammad Asim Irshad, Ayaz Ahmad, Ayesha Riaz, Sahib Alam
This study investigates the formulation and quality assessment of gluten-free muffins made from rice flour, enriched with flaxseed and cinnamon powder, and preserved through irradiation. Five formulations were developed: Tâ‚€ (control, all-purpose flour), Tâ‚…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1837.1845
ReviewA Review of Oral Rabies Immunization in Dogs: Types and Usage in Pakistan
Haleema Sadia, Farrah Deeba, Muhammad Tariq, Muhammad Adil, Ahmad Muhammad, Patricio De los Ríos-Escalante et al.
Oral Rabies Vaccines (ORVs) have been shown to reduce wildlife rabies in Europe and the United States since 1978. This review explores the feasibility of and need to vaccinate free-roaming dogs in Pakistan using (ORVs) as a means of controlling canine rabies.…
10 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1540.1552
Research ArticleImpact of Breed, Age and Gender on Beef Quality Traits; A Comparison from Native to Crossbred Cattle
Abdur Rahman, Zahid Ullah, Ibrar Muhammad Khan, Siraj Uddin, Muhammad Yasir Khan, Ikram Ullah
The diversity of native Pakistani cattle genetic resources is important as a human food source. With the increase in beef demand, the development of beef production is considered important by the state. Beef quality characteristics, i.e., marbling, flavor, jui…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1596.1603- Research Article
An Investigation to The Technical Abilities (Climatic Change) of Agriculture Officers Serving in Agriculture Extension Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Shah Saud, Muhammad Zafar Ullah Khan
The key role of agriculture extension services is to facilitate and uplift the socio-economic condition of the farming community. Keeping in view recent trends and evolving flukes in the agriculture sector, Agriculture Officers (AOs) would be capable of assist…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1904.1909 
Research ArticleAssessment of Stionic Relationship Among Different Rootstocks and Scion Cultivars of Sweet Orange
Riaz Alam, Gulzar Ullah
Research experiment was conducted at the PARC-Participatory Field Research Station, Tarnab, Peshawar to assess the stionic relationship among various rootstocks and scion cultivars of sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) to check the compatibility of three scion cul…
2 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.2043.2049
Research ArticleEvaluation of Different Trapping Devices for the Management of Rice Yellow Stem Borer
Muhammad Usama Mahar, Abdul Waheed Solangi, Mehar Ul Nissa Rais, Khalid Hussain Dhiloo, Jamal-U-ddin Hajano, Aneeta Lashari
Yellow stem borer (YSB), Scirpophaga incertulas (Walker) is one of the most important noxious insect pests of rice crop and is responsible for 10-60% yield losses globally. For the management of YSB of rice, growers frequently apply unnecessary and excessive p…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1784.1792
Research ArticleImpact of Nixtamalization and Pre-gelatinization on Functional, Cooking and Sensory Attributes of Noodles Made from Flour of High, Medium and Low-Amylose Maize Varieties
Wasif Shah, Ihsan Mabood Qazi
Maize (Zea mays L.) is one of the most important cereal crops of the world including Pakistan. This study aimed to assess the impact of nixtamalization and pre-gelatinization on some functional, cooking and sensory properties of the noodles made from the flour…
1 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.2022.2032
Research ArticleSynergistic Effects of Biostimulant and Liquid Organic Fertilizer (LOF) on Agronomic Traits of Sugarcane Seedling
Rafiuddin, Ambo Ala, Willy Agung, Purnama Isti Khaerani
Improving vegetative growth of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) is essential to enhance productivity and promote sustainable future agriculture. This study investigates effects of different concentrations of liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) application and…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1645.1659
Research ArticleEffects of Plant Density on Growth Dynamics and Main Stem Height of Sunflower Varieties: A Case Study in Azerbaijan
Dünya Ali Isayeva, Sait Engindeniz
The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of plant density on the development dynamics and height of the main stem in sunflower varieties. The plant density applied in the study had different effects depending on the biological and morphological char…
10 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1531.1539
Research ArticleEffect of Different Herbicides and Mulches on Yield and Yield Components of Maize Cultivars
Muhammad Saddique, Ijaz Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Fawad, Meher Ali
Reducing invasive weeds to enhance crop productivity is a major challenge in agriculture. A field study was conducted at the Agricultural Research Institute (ARI), Tarnab, Peshawar, Pakistan, during the 2023 Kharif season to evaluate different weed management…
20 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1583.1595
Research ArticleAssessment of Heavy Metals Accumulation in Leafy Vegetables in Terengganu and Kelantan, Malaysia
Nurul Hazirah Shahrul Nizam, Azman Azid, Saiful Iskandar Khalit, Nik Marzuki Sidik, Mohd Fahmi Abu Bakar
Heavy metal contamination of vegetables can seriously threaten the food chain as these plants easily absorb pollutants like copper, cadmium, lead, zinc, iron, and manganese from polluted soils. It is very important to determine the accumulation of heavy metals…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1814.1823
Research ArticleComparative Efficacy of Eucalyptus globulus Labill, Extracts Along With Their Green Synthesized Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles against Brassica Aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae L. (Hemiptera: Aphididae)
Muhammad Aqib Idrees, Ahmad Kamran Khan, Muhammad Shahid Nisar, Irfan Ahmed, Muhammad Irfan, Sadiqa Rukhsar et al.
Brevicoryne brassicae L. is the most destructive pest of brassica crops and causes huge yield losses. In this regard, experiments were conducted to determine the toxicity of Eucalyptus globulus extract as well as the zinc oxide nanoparticles mediated by this p…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1918.1927- Research Article
Impact of Adding Nanopropolis and Vitamins E and C to Drinking Water on the Productive Performance, Antioxidants Status, Thyroid Hormones and Some Physiological Characteristics of Broiler Chickens
Rasool H. Khalati, Khalid C. K. Al-Salhie
This study aimed to investigate the effect of adding nano-propolis, vitamins E and C to drinking water on productive traits, serum antioxidants, thyroid hormones and some physiological traits of broiler chickens. A total of 144 unsexed chicks, one day old, 40…
30 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1971.1979 
Research ArticleManagement of Meloidogyne incognita (Kofoid & White) Chitwood and Sclerotium rolfsii Sacc. on Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Field, Using Trichoderma species and Neem Cake
Daniel Offiong Etim, Rosemary Anietie Bassey, Glory Akpan Bassey, Ndarake Eden Ini-Ibehe
Common bean cultivation faces challenges due to notable pathogenic organisms. Nematode and fungal infestations are known to hinder production maximization. This research evaluated the effectiveness of two Trichoderma species alongside neem cake for controlling…
25 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1846.1859
Research ArticleLength-Weight Relationship, Growth Pattern and Condition Factor of Hypophthalmichthys nobilis from the Farming System of Bahawalnagar, Pakistan
Maria Younas, Rehmat, Zara Naeem, Waheed Ali Anjum, Nida Maqsood, Mughisa Hashim et al.
Length-weight relationships (LWRs) and condition factor play a crucial role in fisheries assessment, offering valuable insights into information on fish overall fitness, health status and growth pattern. Hence, this study investigates the LWR, condition…
1 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.2013.2021
Research ArticleLethal and Sublethal Effects of Pesticides and Their Consequences on Trichogramma (Hymenoptera: Trichogrammatidae) Biocontrol Agents
Kanwer Shahzad Ahmed, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Abu Bakar Muhammad Raza
Pesticides constitute a predominant and inevitable part of plant protection worldwide. However, their extensive use results in many undesirable ecological consequences, including the disruption of natural enemies and biological control agents of insect pests s…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1763.1783
Research ArticleEnhancing Nutrient Use Efficiency and Wheat Productivity through Application of Humic Acid and Farmyard Manure with Synthetic Fertilizers
Sobia Bibi, Maria Mussarat, Dost Muhammad, Zaryab Murad, Seon Yeong Im, Ping Zhuang et al.
The excessive use of chemical fertilizers for enhancing crop yields has led to negative effects on soil properties and plant growth, necessitating the exploration of integrated nutrient management approaches. A field experiment was carried out at the Research…
1 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1980.1995
Research ArticleIn Vitro Evaluation of Abiotic and Biotic Agents Against Tomato Early Blight Disease Caused by Alternaria Solani
Rabia Safdar, Salman Ahmad, Muhammad Atiq, Nasir Ahmed Rajput, Malik Abdul Rehman, Muhammad Ehetisham ul Haq et al.
Tomatoes are a crop that is extensively grown and has a substantial economic value. However, the pathogen Alternaria solani causes early blight disease, which significantly reduces yield. The purpose of the present research was to assess the effectiveness of s…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1793.1801- Research Article
The Effectiveness of Tryptophan and Foliar Spraying in Improving some Production and Quality Characteristics of Oats
Ahmad Thamer Kamil Al-Sultani, Ali S. Hassoon, Farah A. Almosawi
During the winter agricultural season (2022–2023), an experiment was carried out in one of the fields in the Al-Mahawil district (30 km north of the Babil Governorate) to investigate the efficacy of the seaweed extract and the amino acid tryptophan in en…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1734.1741 
Research ArticlePitcher Irrigation as a Viable Solution for Water Conservation Under Water Scarce Condition
Muhammad Zamin, Hayat Zada, Muhammed Abdul Mohsin Salim Alyafae, Moudassir Habib, Muhammad Shakur, Muhammad Adnan1and Hassan Zaman
Under the current scenario of climate change, water shortage is considered a main hindrance in sustainable food production. Exploring various technologies to improve desert food production at lowest possible water use is the cry of the day. The current study w…
25 Nov 2025DOI Pitcher Irrigation as a Viable Solution for Water Conservation Under Water Scarce Condition
Research ArticleNaCl Salinization Differentially Affects Protophylls Anatomy in Two Varieties of Phaseolus vulgaris L.
Marina Coromoto García, Adriana Beatriz Sánchez-Urdaneta, Naga Raju Maddela, Gisela Rivero-Maldonado, Freddy Zambrano-Gavilanes, Rolando León Aguilar
Phaseolus vulgaris is very sensitive to salinity, however, genotypic differences have been observed in its response to this stress factor. The effect of NaCl salinization on the anatomy of protophylls in two commercial varieties with differences in their sensi…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1945.1955
Research ArticleEfficacy of Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae for the Management of Tomato Fruit Borer, Helicoverpa armigera (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
Abdul Basit, Usman Khalique, Muhammad Salim, Ahmad Ur Rahman Saljoqi
The present experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) Vuillemin and Metarhizium anisopliae (Metchnikoff) Sorokin (Ascomycota: Hypocreales) against tomato fruit borer, Helicoverpa armigera under controlled laboratory condit…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1698.1709
Research ArticlePotential of Seed Bulbs as an Inoculum Source of Molar Pathogens and the Effectiveness of Various Fungicides in Reducing Infection Index
Salim Widono, Supyani, S.H. Poromarto, Hadiwiyono
Basal rot caused by Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cepae is the most detrimental disease in all world shallot producers. Diseased shallots show rotting at the base of the bulbs, and the leaves turn yellow and twist, so in Java, it is known as “moler disease.&r…
30 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1956.1963
Research ArticleMulti-Location Assessment of Harvesting Time Effects on Olive Oil Yield in Pakistan
Inam Ul Haq, Humara Umar, Attiq-Ur-Rehman, Muhammad Adnan, Muhammad Ramzan Anser
In Pakistan, commercial olive cultivation has been initiated recently, with 20,459 hectares currently under cultivation and 6.314 million olive plants established. Olive oil, a historically significant and highly valued commodity, has served as an essential cu…
30 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1964.1970
Research ArticleSoil Quality Index for Dragon Fruit Plantations in Aimas District Sorong Regency
Nurul Fajeriana, Akhmad Ali, Muzna Ardin Abdul Gafur
This study was conducted to assess soil quality in dragon fruit plantations in Aimas District, Sorong Regency, Southwest Papua, with the aim of identifying factors affecting agricultural productivity and sustainability. The methods employed included surveys wi…
23 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1616.1626
Research ArticleEffect of Phosphorus and Calcium Application via Drench on the Development of Banana Plantlets (Musa paradisiaca)
Marcos Raúl Heredia-Pinos, Jonathan Bismar López-Bósquez, Rubén Darío Rivera-Fernandez, Sesan Abiodun Aransiola, Naga Raju Maddela
The cultivation of banana (Musa paradisiaca) faces challenges in nutritional management that affect its development. This study evaluated the effect of phosphorus and calcium application via drench on the growth of banana suckers. Different treatments with (i.…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1910.1917
Research ArticleGlobal Trends in Agricultural Extension Research: A Bibliometric Analysis Using Scopus Database
A K M Kanak Pervez, Ataharul Chowdhury, Md Shahriar Kabir, Md Mahedi
Although agricultural extension and advisory services research has been growing rapidly, a bibliometric study elucidating the field’s global developing trend and intellectual structure is still unavailable. The current study fills this gap by drawing fro…
25 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1881.1892
Research ArticleFirst Report on Temporal Variation of Conditions of Clupisoma garua in the Ganges River Through Multiple Functions
Taiba Akter Laboni, Md. Akhtar Hossain, Mst. Shahinur Khatun, Md. Golam Sarwar, Nur-E-Farjana Ilah, Kamruzzaman et al.
The Garua bacha, scientifically known as Clupisoma garua, is a fish species of significant commercial and nutritional value. This research presents the initial exploration of condition factors, including Fulton’s condition factor (KF), allometric conditi…
9 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1481.1493- Research Article
Exploring the Potential of Potato Germplasm Against Streptomyces Scabies and its Management Through Plant Extracts, Bactericides and Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPRs) Under Lab and Field Condition
Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Mubeen, Shahneeza Aimal Nadeem, Muhammad Umar Shahbaz, Muhammad Kamran, Salman Ahmad et al.
Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an important staple food in most parts of the world. The aim of this study was to find the resistant potato germplasm alone and through the application different amendments (plant extracts, bactericides, and PGPRs) against Strepto…
1 Dec 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.2033.2042 
Research ArticleAnalysis of Genetic Parameters and Agro-Morphological Characterization in Maize (Zea mays L.) Inbred Lines
Jiban Shrestha, Surya Kant Ghimire, Krishna Hari Dhakal, Mahendra Prasad Tripathi
Genetic analysis and agro-morphological characterization of maize (Zea mays L.) inbred lines enables increased genetic gain in the maize breeding program. Twenty-four maize inbred lines were evaluated in a alpha lattice design with three replications in 2022 t…
29 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1928.1944
Research ArticleLunar Cycle and Lobster Seeds: Distribution and Abundance Patterns in Spelman Strait Waters, Indonesia
Pamaruddin, La Sara, Yusnaini, Andi Irwan Nur
This study examines the distribution and abundance of lobster seeds based on the moon phase in the waters of the Spelman Strait, Buton Tengah, Indonesia. Sample collection was based on the moon in the sky (Muharram, Safar, Rabiul Awal, and Rabiul Akhir) coinci…
20 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1564.1573
Research ArticleApplication of Weed Extracts from Billygoat (Ageratum Conyzoides) and Siam (Chromolaena Odorata) to Control Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans) on Potatoes
Gayuh Prasetyo Budi, Toti Ariya Pangestu, Aman Suyadi, Oetami Dwi Hajoeningtijas, Hafid Firmansyah
Late blight is an important disease in potato plants caused by the fungus Phytophthora infestans. The disease can develop quickly, be very severe and cause up to 100% loss in potato yields in high rainfall, humidity and temperature at 18°-20°C. The res…
10 Oct 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1523.1530
Research ArticleAssessing Beauveria Bassiana and Orange Oil for Controlling Bemisia Tabaci in Greenhouse Tomatoes Compared to Neonicotinoid Insecticides
Ahmed Amin Ahmad Saleh, Eman Mohammed Fekry Arafa, Moshiera Ahmed Saed Ahmed, Said Abdel Fattah Mahmoud Amer, Mohamed Farag Mahmoud Zawrah
This study evaluated the effectiveness of various insecticides including Agriflex, Pelexam, Merland, Midore, Orange oil, and Beauveria bassiana(Balsamo) in controlling whiteflies in greenhouse tomatoes during 2024 and 2025. The findings showed that Merland, Mi…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1755.1762
Research ArticleFarmers’ Satisfaction With Crop Extension Services Provided by Department of Agricultural Extension – A Case from Rural Bangladesh
Saifur Rahman, Mohammad Jiaul Hoque, Mohammed Nasir Uddin, Joseph L. Donaldson
Bangladesh is primarily an agriculture-based country, with the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) serving as the nation’s largest crop extension service provider. As with other organizations, client satisfaction is crucial to DAE’s effectiv…
6 Nov 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.4.1742.1754