Issue · 2026
Vol. 42, Iss. 1
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Research ArticleBioaccumulation of Some Heavy Metals in the Tissues of Needlefish Tylosurus crocodilus (Péron and Lesueur, 1821) from Iraqi Marine Waters
Rajaa N. Al-yassein, Kadhim H. Younis, Ghassan A. Al-Najare, Khalid W. Farnar, Zainab J. Obaid, Zahraa K. Shakir
Heavy metals pollution is one of the main reasons for water quality decline. The accumulation of toxic metals in fish tissue and their potential harm to humans are still a major concern. In the current study, the heavy metals levels (Pb, Ni, Mn, Fe, Cu, and Cd…
9 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.24.34
Research ArticleProduction and Partial Purification of Lipase and Esterase from a Local Isolate of Bacillus subtilis
Mustafa Shakir, A.H. Bayar
At present, microbial Lipases and Esterase are achieving much awareness with the fast progress of enzyme technology. Lipases and Esterase signify the most important group of biocatalysts for various industrial applications, Like fat and oleo-chemical industry,…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.85.93
Research ArticleExploring the Fascinating Diversity of Ant’s (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Fauna in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Khushbakht Asad, Muhammad Salman Khan, Sumaira Shamas, Said Miraj Ud Din, Zahid Ullah, Riaz Amin et al.
Ants are social insects with approximately 490,000 described living species worldwide. Ants are important element of an ecosystem structure and dynamic. Ants belong to order Hymenoptera and family Formicidae, live in colonies which are further divided into var…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.313.325
Research ArticleLivestock Farmers’ Interaction with Punjab Livestock Department: A Study of Field Services and Outreach Programs
Hafiz Amjad Ali Rana, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Shahzad, Muhammad Luqman, Muhammad Yaseen, Moula Bux Peerzado
In Punjab, Pakistan, raising livestock is an essential part of agriculture and has a big impact on rural livelihoods and long-term economic viability. This study examines the effectiveness of extension programs and the use of field services in two important ar…
2 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.391.398
Research ArticleEffect of L-Tyrosine Application on Anthocyanin Accumulation and Antioxidant Activity in Local Black Rice Variety
Jawad Kadhim Ali, Ali Adnan Al-Akkam, Hasanin S. Oleiwi, Salam A. Khuit
This study aimed to explore the impact of L-Tyrosine foliar application on the accumulation of anthocyanins, phenolic metabolic activity, antioxidant capacity and yield performance in two black rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties namely Local and Guora. L-Tyrosin…
2 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.378.390
Research ArticleAssessment of Water Scarcity Across Pakistan Using Machine Learning Techniques and Novel Water Stress Indicators
Mustajab Ali, Usman Ali, Hammad Akhtar, Muhammad Bilal, Muhammad Imtinaan Ibraaz, Muhammad Abad Arif et al.
Global warming has altered global hydrological cycles, intensified population growth, and diminished groundwater recharge. Urbanization has significantly impacted the level of water stress in Pakistan, resulting in a rise in water scarcity in the country. In p…
11 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.411.420
Research ArticleEffect of Indigenous Phosphate-Solubilizing Bacteria on Phosphorus Availability and Shallot Productivity in Andisol
Agustina E. Marpaung, Tengku Sabrina, Abdul Rauf, Dwi N. Susilowati
The high P fixation capacity of amorphous minerals in Andisol soils frequently restricts plant growth due to limited phosphorus (P) availability, an essential macronutrient. Utilizing native phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) from the shallot rhizosphere of…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.191.202
Research ArticleEffect of Using Corn DDGs Fortified with Xylanase and Mannanase Enzymes in Broiler Ration on Growth Performance, Nutrients Digestibility and Economics
Muhammad Waqas, Sarzamin khan, Rafiullah, Umer Saddique
Poultry feed often includes Distiller’s Dried Grain with solubles (DDGS) as a source of protein and energy. However, DDGS is high in non-starch polysaccharides (NSPs), which can harm broiler performance and digestibility. This study aimed to counteract t…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.290.305
Research ArticleForest Management in the face of Poverty and Rural Development Challenges: Study case of the Central Plateau Region, Morocco
Mariyam Bouhatta, Hassan Boukita, Fathalah Elwahab, Najiba Brhadda, Rabea Ziri
Financial crises, wars, global warming and under development infrastructure all these have contributed to ecological vulnerability and resource depletion in rural regions over recent years in the central plateau region of Morocco. This caused to a marked decli…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.489.498
Research ArticleMorphometrics and Heritability of the Body Of 1-8 Weeks Aged Tolaki Chickens
Rusli Badaruddin, La Ode Nafiu, Muhammad Amrullah Pagala, Takdir Saili
The Tolaki chicken is a native breed from Southeast Sulawesi, commonly found in areas such as Konawe Regency and South Konawe Regency. This study aims to provide insights into the estimated heritability value of the body weight of Tolaki chickens aged 1-8 week…
11 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.421.429
Research ArticleVarietal Diversity Analysis of Date Palm and Identification of High Agro-Economic Genotypes in Middle Draa
Ali Ait Youssef, Allal Douira, Samira Serghat, Mbarek Benzine, Sana El Moutaouakil, Reda Meziani
The date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is the cornerstone of the oasis agro-systems of the middle Draa, home to Morocco’s largest traditional palm grove. The ecosystem extends over nearly 200 km and covers 25,620 ha, supporting more than 2.5 million palm…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.476.488
Research ArticleGrowth Response of Himalayan Spruce to Climate Change in Dry and Moist Temperate Forests of Pakistan
Tanvir Hussain, Kafeel Ahmad, Asif Ali, Nazir Ullah, Muhammad Inamullah Khan, Kamal Khan Kakar et al.
Growth response of trees in the context of climate change has important implications for future forest dynamics, accurate carbon accounting and sustainable forest management.The present study was conducted to assess the growth response of Himalayan Spruce grow…
9 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.01.13
Research ArticleGrain Yield and Agronomic Performance of Maize (Zea mays L.) Hybrids Obtained From Improved Maize Populations
Monsif Ur Rehman, Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Ali, Samrin Gul, Aamir Iqbal
Hybrids obtained from genetically diverse populations are genetic reservoirs which can lead to greater adaptability and resilience and is therefore of great potential for food security in maize. Combining ability is a powerful tool to identify good parents, wh…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.141.149
Research ArticleSocioeconomic and Technical Responses of Farmers Toward Agroecological Knowledge and Innovations in Java, Indonesia
Joko Mariyono, Siwi Gayatri, Kadhung Prayoga, Agus Subhan Prasetyo, Wulan Sumekar
A package of agroecological technologies has been developed and disseminated to the farming community to make intensive farming practices sustainable. This paper evaluates farmers’ socioeconomic and technical responses to the introduction of agroecologic…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.63.73
Research ArticleDoes Farmer Education Help Smallholder Coffee Farmers be More Technically Efficient? Evidence From Stochastic Frontier Analysis
Puryantoro, Yuli Hariyati, Joni Murti Mulyo Aji, Fitriyaningsih
This study addresses the global surge in coffee consumption, highlighting Indonesia’s production fluctuations. Focused on smallholder farmers in East Java to assess the technical proficiency of small-scale Arabica coffee growers in the East Java Province…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.94.104
Research ArticleEffect of Dietary Supplementation of Mannan Oligosaccharide on Gut Morphology of Pre-Weaning Calves
Muhammad Usman, Saima Ashraf, Muhammad Shahbaz Yousaf, Hafiz Iftikhar Hussain, Nabeel Ijaz, Qudrat Ullah et al.
Calf raising is a costly and labor-intensive area of animal production. The gastro-intestinal tract of new born animals is specialized to a diet consisting of milk. However, milk supply to pre-weaning calves in Pakistan is limited because farmers primarily use…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.326.338
Research ArticleEffect of Nitrogen De-Astringency Treatment on Five Persimmon Varieties: A Comparative Study
Shah Alam, Muhammad Ayub
Persimmon is one of the major fruit grown in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. However, the short shelf-life of persimmon and texture loss after ripening create challenges for traders and processor during storage. Therefore, current study was designed to check the…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.339.355
Research ArticlePhosphorylation of Banggai Yam (Dioscorea alata L.) Starch Using Sodium Trimetaphosphate: Effects on Chemical Composition, Functional Properties, and Bioactivity
Ramadhani Chaniago, Samsu Adi Rahman, Nur Alim Bahmid, Darni Lamusu
This study investigated the phosphorylation of Banggai yam (Dioscorea alata L.) starch using sodium trimetaphosphate (STMP) to produce Banggai yam phosphate starch (BYPS) with improved chemical, functional, and bioactive properties. Proximate analysis showed t…
2 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.399.410
Research ArticleAlgae Biomass as Alternative Biofertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture and Soil Enhancement
Mariam F. Al-Bidhani
Because of a sustained growth rate in population and anthropologic activities there is a growing need for sustainable and cost-effective farming practices to meet current and future food demands. Because soil is often low in available nutrients and there is an…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.533.546
Research ArticleEmphasizing Small Farmers' Need to Develop Poultry Farming in District Tank; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Muhammad Nisar, Muhammad Idrees, Khalid Nawab, Yousaf Hayat
Like other developing countries in Asia, poultry farming is the most prevalent practice among small farmers as backyard chicken production mostly owned by women for food security, economic and cultural aspects in Pakistan. Birds are mostly indigenous, scavenge…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.74.84
Research ArticleSelection of Salt-Stress Tolerant Chickpea Cultivars and Their Characterization Using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (Hplc-Uv)
Uzma Qayum, Zakia Ahmad, Israr Khan, Khadija Bibi, Ali Hazrat, Gul Rahim et al.
Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) eight released cultivars: KC-98, LAWANGHAR-2000, SHEENGHAR-2000, FAKHR-E-THAL, CHATTAN, KARAK-1 (KK-1), KARAK-2 (KK-2), and KARAK-3 (KK-3) received in 2021-22 from Ahmad Wala Agricultural Research Station, Karak, Khyber Pakhtunkhw…
31 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.171.178
Research ArticleSuitability and Carrying Capacity Analysis for Grouper Aquaculture in the Gili Ketapang Island Marine Conservation Area, East Java, Indonesia
Gilang Rusrita Aida, Indra Wirawan, Mirza Ramadhani, Rhochmad Wahyu Illahi, Dudi Muhammad Wildan, Nico Rahman Caesar
The Gili Ketapang Aquatic Conservation Area, designated as a Marine Tourism Park by the Indonesian government, encompasses 476.78 ha, including 23.50 ha allocated for aquaculture. Floating-net-cage (FNC) aquaculture of hybrid grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.247.261
Research ArticlePopulation Abundance, Development and Survival of Peach Fruit Fly Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Diptera: Tephritidae) on Different Citrus Cultivars in Wasit Province, Iraq
Hasan Al-Khshemawee, Khais Muri Laabusi, Hassnen T. Kareem
Mandarins and oranges are prime citrus cultivars being cultivated in eastern Iraq. Bactrocera zonata (Saunders) (Diptera: Tephritidae) is one of the challenging pests of citrus production in Wasit province, Iraq. This study aimed to monitor the population abun…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.123.130
Research ArticleExploration of Epidemiological Factors for the Management of Early Blight of Tomato
Asghar Ali, Safdar Ali, Luqman Amrao, Yasir Iftikhar, Muhammad Usman Ghani, Salma Malik et al.
Early blight, caused by Alternaria solani, is a destructive disease of tomatoes with significant yield and quality losses. Twelve lines/cultivars (Bonita, Lima, Zarnitza, Legend, Rockey, Nagina, Saad-49, Pakit, Nadir, Naqeeb, Rio Grande, and Roma) were screene…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.150.161
Research ArticleAdaptive Capacity of Beef Cattle Farmers in Dryland Border Areas of Indonesia–Timor Leste
Ture Simamora, Stefanus Sio, Oktovianus Tabenu, Bayu Eka Wicaksana
This present study investigates the adaptive ability of beef cattle producers in Indonesia–Timor Leste dry climate border zone using the influence of social and human resources variables (X1), economic resilience (X2), and environmental carrying capacity…
19 Feb 2026DOI Adaptive-Capacity-of-Beef-Cattle-Farmers
Research ArticleFarmers’ Perception in Boosting Maize Production: The Role of Agricultural Extension in Muzaffarabad AJK
Hamza Khalid, Muhammad Zafarullah Khan, Urooba Pervaiz, Irfan Ullah, Uzair Ahmed
This study was carried out with the aim to evaluate the farmers’ perception about the knowledge of agricultural extension workers in improving maize production by using purposive sampling technique in Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK) District Muzaffarabad and a…
9 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.14.23
Research ArticleEvaluating Dynamic Trends in Oilseed Production in India through Innovative Trend Analysis and Principal Component Analysis
Girish Kumar S, Kalpana Polisetty
Oilseed crops play a significant role in the Indian agriculture sector, being directly or indirectly related to human diets, country economies, and various industrial applications. This paper was designed with two prominent objectives, employing two different…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.519.532
Research ArticleThe Effect of Organic Residues on Improving Water Retention Properties in Soils with Varying Gypsum Content Cultivated with Maize (Zea mays L.)
Mustafa Qais Hamid
Gypsiferous soils are characterized by poor physical properties that limit water retention and reduce their ability to support plant growth. The incorporation of organic residues is considered an effective approach to enhance the physical and hydraulic behavio…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.454.464- Research Article
Physiological, Biochemical and Morphological Responses of Tomato Plants to lead Exposure
Mohammed I. Alkhalaf, Maryam, Adel A. Rezk
lead (Pb) toxicity can cause damage to tomato seedlings growth and development which leads to serious threats to food safety and crop productivity on sustainable basis. Lead is considered most persistent, its continuous addition into existing agroecosystem is…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.219.225 
Research ArticleIn-Situ Decomposition Dynamics of Cotton Fruiting Structures Under Changing Environmental Conditions
Abdullah Keerio, Ghulam Murtaza Jamro, Zia-ul-hassan, Pir Ahmed Naqi Shah, Javaid Ahmed Shah
Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) sheds a significant portion of its fruiting structures, however the decomposition of these residues and their contribution to soil nutrient cycling remain poorly understood. This study was conducted during 2020 and 2021 across th…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.203.218
Research ArticlePreliminary Phytochemical Screening and Toxicity Assessment of Dodonaea viscosa
Muhammad Adnan, Iqra Munir, Sunbal Khalil Chaudhari, Sana Ashraf, Hira Fatima, Roha Ramash et al.
Preliminary screening of phytochemicals is an essential process for identifying bioactive compounds in medicinal plants, which can potentially pave way for drug discovery and development. In this study, different methods were utilized for phytochemical screeni…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.511.518
Research ArticleAnalysis of Radiosensitivity and M1 Mutation Variance in Double Haploid Rice Induced by Gamma Ray Irradiation
Muh. Fikri Al Qautzar, Muhammad Fuad Anshori, Abd Haris Bahrun, Bambang Sapta Purwoko, Iswari Saraswati Dewi, Wijaya Murti Indriatama et al.
Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a vital food commodity that significantly contributes to global food security. The impacts of climate change pose a threat to crop production, particularly rice, potentially leading to crop failures. A proposed strategy to address thi…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.105.111
Research ArticleRole of Biochar and Potassium Fertilization in Improving Soil Fertility, Soil Chemical Properties, and Wheat Growth and Yield
Ameer Adnan Jafaar, Zahraa Al-Mamouri, Ahmed F.M. Al-Enzy
A field experiment was carried out to study the effects of biochar application and potassium fertilizer levels on selected soil chemical properties and wheat growth and productivity, in a sandy loam soil texture, using Randomized Complete Block Design (R.C.B.D…
23 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.131.140
Research ArticleDevelopment of an IoT-Based Monitoring System for Food Waste Composting to Enhance BRIS Soil Quality
Muhammad Hazim Yahya, Nor Azi Asminda Johari, Nurul Izni Kamalrulzaman, Mohd Fahmi Abu Bakar
Food waste composting offers a sustainable approach to improving the fertility and water-holding capacity of BRIS soil, which is inherently low in nutrients and agricultural productivity. However, conventional composting practices often lack real-time monitori…
19 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.356.366
Research ArticleAgricultural Enterprises in South and Southeast Asia: Research Trends, Thematic Evolution, and Knowledge Structure
Chaiyawit Muangmee
This study reviewed 146 publications on South and Southeast Asian agricultural enterprises to trace the intellectual framework, research development, and new topics of interest in the domain. With the tools of Biblioshiny performance and science mapping, the r…
24 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.547.562
Research ArticleExamine the Morphometric and Survival Duration of Life-Emerging Stages of Coccinellidae Septumpunctata Lady Bird Beetles (Coccinellidae: Coleopteran)
Bhojoo Mal, Aiman Amur, Abdul Manan Shaikh, Shabana Mangi, Arisha Ayaz, Mansoor Anwar et al.
The current research work observes various life growing phases of Coccinellidae Septempunctata (Coccinellidae: Coleoptera) under laboratory controlled conditions (25±27°C and 48.29%), at department of Zoology/ Government College University Hyderabad…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.499.510- Research Article
Adoption of Chip Bud Technology in Sugarcane Farming: Investigating Influential Factors in Central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Arshad Farooq, Abdul Hassan, Muhammad Ishaq, Asif Nawaz3* Abdul Qadar, Muhammad Usman
The uses of chip bud technology in sugarcane cultivation increasing yield, uniform growth, requires reduced seed material and have high returns to the growers. The current study was undertaken to identify the factors influencing the adoption of sugarcane chip…
5 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.179.190 - Research Article
Response of Cereals Crops and Associated Weeds to Moringa Aqueous Extract Application on Their Growth Metrics
Iqtidar Hussain, Muhammad Ammar, Rashid Abbas, Mohammad Safdar Baloch, Syeda Asma Batool, Saleem Nawaz Malik et al.
Allelopathy has emerged as a pragmatic approach to address multiple issues in modern agriculture. Allelochemicals released from plant residues in the rhizosphere improve nutrient acquisition through solubilization, biological nitrification, inhibition, chelati…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.238.246 - Research Article
Bridging the Digital Gap: Socioeconomic Impact of ICT Utilization in Rural areas of Punjab- Pakistan
Muhammad Hammad Raza, Raheel Saqib, Ghazanfar Ali Khan, Babar Shahbaz, Syed Mufeed Hadi Naqvi, Abdus Salam
The present study investigated the impact of farmers’ demographic characteristics on using ICTs. The population for this study consisted of individuals from the Punjab province of Pakistan. A multistage sampling technique was used to select the responden…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/41.2.306.312 
Research ArticleProspects of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) Farming in Mountainous Agriculture of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Hayat Zada, Muhammad Zamin, Shahzad Ahmad, Moudassir Habib, Muhammad Shakur, Irfan Ullah et al.
Mountainous agriculture in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan, faces low productivity, fragmented landholdings, and climate related constraints. Saffron (Crocus sativus L.), a high-value crop, offers potential for income diversification, livelihood improvement,…
26 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.162.170
Research ArticleInspection of Citrus Orchards in Multiple Populations for its Health Assessment Against Greening Disease
Sonum Bashir, Yasir Iftikhar, Mustansar Mubeen, Muhammad Ahmad Zeshan, Talha Shafique, Muhammad Shah Jahan et al.
An extensive survey of District Layyah was conducted for quantification, mapping and analysis of spatial distribution and temporal dynamics of citrus greening disease-CGD (Huanglongbing-HLB) and patterns of disease prevalence, incidence and severity. Overall,…
23 Jan 2026DOI Inspection-of-Citrus-Orchards-in-Multiple
Research ArticleIntegration of Urea-N with Biogas Slurry, Compost and FYM for Improving Aproductivity of Wheat
Rafi Ud Din, Mansoor Khan Khattak, Muhammad Ramzan, Sohail Ahmad, Iftikhar Ahmad, Muhammad Hanif et al.
This study evaluated the effects of conventional fertilizers replaced by different nitrogen management strategies on wheat crop yield. The experiment consists of urea as a control and three organic sources (OS) as treatments, namely biogas plant slurry (BPS),…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.35.43
Research ArticleAssessment of Fertility Status of Soils Under Wheat Cultivation in Dhi Qar Governorate, Iraq Using Geographic Information Systems
Talib Shamkhy Jaber AL-Humaydawi, Kahraman Hussein Habib Al-Khazaei
The fertility of agricultural soils plays a crucial role in sustainable crop production. Agricultural soils in different areas of Iraq exhibit a differential nutrient status. This study was conducted in the areas of Qalat Sukkar and Al-Rifai situated in the no…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.56.62
Research ArticleStudy of Effect of Using a Bio-Alginate Coating Enhanced With Lemongrass Oil Cymbopogon Citratus to Reduce Microbial Spoilage in Edam Cheese
Al-Badri Hamed Wafeeq1 Azhar J. S. Al-Moussawi, Sahar G. Imran
The study was applied to evaluate the effectiveness of an edible coating composed of sodium alginate enriched with lemongrass oil in inhibiting fungal growth and protecting Edam cheese during refrigerated storage. The experiment involved laboratory-produced Ed…
22 Jan 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.44.55
Research ArticleDecomposition of Palm Fronds (Elaeis guineensis) and Banana Stems Enriched with Trichoderma and Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) Applied to Palm Seedlings
Kafrawi Kafrawi, Zahraeni Kumalawati, Sri Muliani, Darmawan Darmawan, Muh. Dzulkifly Ashan
Palm fronds and banana stems are lignocellulosic residues that decompose slowly due to their high lignin and cellulose content. Accelerated composting using Trichoderma harzianum and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) offers a sustainable method to co…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.440.453
Research ArticleMonitoring of Some Physico-Chemical Parameters of Groundwater and Variations in Static and Pumping Levels of Wells of Badra and Zurbatiyah Districts of Iraq
Ban Firas Jalil Al-Saaeidi, Layth Saleem Salman Al-Shihmani, Jamal Naser Abedalrahman
Water scarcity is one of the most significant and escalating problems, receiving particular attention in arid and semi-arid regions. In recent years, efforts have been made to find solutions, methods, or alternatives to address this problem. This has increased…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.226.237
Research ArticleNitrogen and Sulphur Fertilization Effects on Maize Growth and Nutrient Uptake in Contrasting Soils
Ibadullah, Dost Muhammad, Carl Rosen, Maria Mussarat, Mohammad Jamal Khan, Fazli Wahid et al.
Nitrogen (N) and sulphur (S) are critical macronutrients influencing maize (Zea mays L.) growth, yield, and nutrient use efficiency. This study investigated the interactive effects of N and S fertilization on maize performance across two contrasting soil types…
16 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.277.289
Research ArticleGenetic Gain in Yield and Yield-Related Traits of Bread Wheat Over the Past 40 Years in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Muhammad Anas, Khushal Khan, Hira Ali, Ateeq Ur Rahman, Mian Ahmad Raza, Atta Ul Wahab et al.
Periodic estimation of genetic gains in yield and associated traits is essential to know the effectiveness and impact of an ongoing crop breeding program in a specific region. Eighteen landmark wheat cultivars (Pak-81, Pirsabak-85, Suleman-96, Saleem-2000, Pir…
9 Feb 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.262.276
Research ArticleAssessment of Pollution Indicators and Source Apportionment of Heavy Metals in Agricultural Topsoils of the Middle Euphrates Region, Iraq
Mazin Fadhil Khudhair, Abdul Baqi D S Al Maamouri, Sadeq Jaafar Hassan Dwenee
This study assessed contamination levels and identified the potential sources of heavy metals (Pb, Ni, Cr, and Cu) in agricultural soils of Iraq’s Middle Euphrates region using geochemical indices (Igeo, EF, CF, PLI). Analysis of 50 surface soil samples…
11 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.430.439
Research ArticleComparative Evaluation of Hydroxy Copper vs. Copper Sulfate on Growth, Meat Quality, and Serum Biochemistry of Commercial Broilers
Nasrat Ullah Rahimi, Saeed Ahmed, Ehsaan Ullah Khan, Sohail Ahmad, Ghulam Qadir1 Jamshid Ahmad, Sameen Sargand
This study evaluated two different forms of copper (hydroxy copper and copper sulfate) on the growth, meat quality, and blood biochemistry of broiler chickens. To this end, 240-day old broiler chicks (Ross 308) were randomly divided into four dietary treatment…
16 Mar 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.1.465.475