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Research ArticleUsage Patterns of Agricultural Information Sources across Agro-Ecological Zones of the Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Luqman, Adeel Mustafa, Muhammad Yaseen, Muhammad Usman, Tahir Munir Butt
The major objective of the current study was to analyze the use, usage pattern and type of agricultural information received by the farmers of different agro-ecological zones of the Punjab, Pakistan. Current research study adopted a descriptive and correlation…
16 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1225.1235
Research ArticleEvaluation of Lethal Toxicity of Commonly Used Pesticides on Three Species of Honeybees in the Tehsil Taunsa, Punjab Pakistan
Muhammad Tauseef, Hadia Gul, Nasr Ullah Khan, Muhammad Mohibullah, Salma Shaheen, Douglas Law et al.
Insecticides are critical in modern agriculture to effectively curb insect pests that harm ornamental plants and agricultural crops. However, the use of insecticides is believed to be one of the primary causes of decline in honeybee populations worldwide that…
16 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1187.1196
Research ArticleEvaluation of Rice Bran Extract as a Low-Cost Medium for the Culture of Spirulina Arthrospira platensis
Zakeya Sultana, Tanzila Gias, Mousumi Das, Umme Kaniz Fatema, Md. Amzad Hossain
Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) is a photosynthetic cyanobacterium widely recognized for its exceptional nutritional profile, making it suitable for both animal feed supplements and human consumption. Due to its high biomass yield, Kosaric medium (KM) is fre…
16 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1236.1245
Research ArticleEvaluation of Microbial and Chemical Contamination in Drinking Water and the Role of Household Purification Systems in Improving Water Quality
Hawraa A. Mohammed, Noor al-huda M. Ali, Khansaa A. Hussein, Asawer H. Sharif
The study aimed to evaluate the level of microbial and chemical contamination in drinking water in Thi Qar Governorate, Nasiriyah City Iraq, and to investigate the role and efficiency of household water purification systems in improving water quality and reduc…
16 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1197.1210
ReviewPrecision Agriculture Technologies for Better Production of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: A Comprehensive Review
Ali Sabah Alhasan, Ali Fadaam Almehemdi, Raad Farhan Shahad, Hayder Abbas Drebee, Dalal Tareq Al-Ameri, Osama Majeed Hilal et al.
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) are widely used in traditional medicine and food industries, forming an important part of the global bioeconomy. Yet, their cultivation often suffers from low yields, inconsistent phytochemical composition, and vulnerabilit…
16 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1246.1263
Research ArticleBiological and Boron-mediated Control and the Induction of Systemic Resistance in Cucumber against Root Rot Disease caused by Pythium aphanidermatum
M. Ghaith Ghayyib, Kadhim Z.K. Al-Karaawi
Extensive use of synthetic fungicides against diseases of horticultural crops poses serious threat to environment and human health, necessitating searching for alternate biocontrol strategies. This research work aimed to determine the bioefficacy of microbial…
15 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1153.1167
Research ArticleEfficacy of Synthetic Herbicides, Organic and Inorganic Mulches, and Allelopathic Extracts for Sustainable Weed Control in Tomato
Rashid Anwar, Muhammad Saddique, Muhammad Fawad, Meher Ali¹, Abdus Samad Khan
Weed management plays a crucial role in enhancing tomato yield by minimizing competition for essential resources such as nutrients, water, and sunlight. This study assessed how different weed control techniques affected tomato productivity, growth, and profita…
15 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1168.1177
Research ArticleEffect of Weed Management Strategies on the Growth, Yield, and Biochemical Quality of Boro Rice (BRRI dhan 102)
Kawsar Hossen, Khandaker Bushra Rahman, Md. Ismail Hossain, Mst. Sharmin Jahan Tithi, Mahin Islam Talha, Md. Liton Mia et al.
Weed infestation is a major constraint in achieving the potential yield of boro rice in Bangladesh. Field experiments were conducted during the December 2023 to May 2024 boro season to evaluate the efficacy of different weed management strategies on the perfor…
15 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1178.1186
Research ArticleAutoclave-assisted Rice Bran Stabilization: Effect on Lipase, Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
Zafar Iqbal, Noorullah, Zulqarnain, Ubairah Majid, Abdul Majid, Saeed Ullah Khattak
In this study, the efficacy of autoclave heating for rice bran (RB), focusing on its effects on lipase activity, free fatty acid (FFA) content, antioxidant capacity (AC), γ-oryzanol, α-tocopherol, total flavonoid content (TFC), and total phenolic c…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1129.1136
Research ArticleComparative Study of Biochemical Accuracy, Reliability, Relevancy between Traditional and Automated Methods for Blood Analyses in Broiler Chickens
Ahmed A. Al-Salhi, Amena L. AI- Shareefi, Nawal J.Shanshool, Saif Sh. Kamel
This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and agreement between conventional manual techniques and modern automated analyzers in measuring hematological and biochemical parameters in broiler chickens. Blood samples were collected from fifty femal…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1088.1096
ReviewClimate-Smart Agriculture to Enhance Agricultural Production: A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Literature Review
Shabrin Jahan Shaili, Md Mahedi, A.K.M. Kanak Pervez
Climate change severely threatens global agricultural systems, endangering food security in rural areas. Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) has emerged as a strategy to enhance agricultural productivity, build resilience, and minimize environmental impacts. This…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1137.1152
Research ArticleOptimal Postharvest Handling Protocols for Consolida ambigua - A Novel Specialty Cut Flower
Tazkia Hussain, Iftikhar Ahmad, Huda Hameed, Muhammad Asif
Consolida ambigua, commonly known as larkspur, is a herbaceous flowering species which belongs to family Ranunculaceae. Due to its attractive, vibrant colors and plant hardiness, it is becoming increasingly prevalent in Pakistani markets as a specialty cut flo…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1119.1128
Research ArticleNavigating Climate Uncertainty: Determinants of Agricultural Adaptation Strategies in District Peshawar
Nazish Ehsan, Uzair Ahmad
The study aims to explore the determinants of short-term and long-term agricultural adaptation strategies in response to climate change in District Peshawar. Primary data of 400 farmers is analyzed through a multinomial logit model for both periods separately.…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1097.1107
Research ArticleFungal Strain (Str-1) Extracted From Okra Roots Mitigates Chromate Stress in Maize (Zea Mays L.)
Abdullah, Sartaj Aziz, Ihteram Ullah, Sajid Ullah, Maham Jamshed, Nurul Haq et al.
Heavy metal contamination in agricultural soils has emerged as a critical global issue, posing serious risks to both crop productivity and human health. Among these contaminants, chromium (Cr+3) is particularly detrimental to maize (Zea mays L.) as it negative…
9 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.3.1108.1118- Editorial
Sarhad Journal of Agriculture: A Journey of Excellence, Diversity, and Global Impact
Prof. Dr. Amanullah
It is with immense pride and a profound sense of responsibility that I present this Editorial for the second issue of Volume 42 (April–June 2026) of the Sarhad Journal of Agriculture (SJA). As the newly appointed Chief Editor, I am deeply honored t…
7 Jul 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1083.1087 
Research ArticleComparative Evaluation of Quantitative Forecasting Models for Soybean Harvest Area Prediction in Indonesia Using POM-QM Software
Dhian Herdhiansyah, La Ode Alwi, LM Fid Aksara, Asriani
Soybean is a strategic agricultural commodity in Indonesia, contributing to both national food security and rural economic stability. However, fluctuations in harvested area have constrained domestic supply, leading to persistent dependence on imports. Accurat…
27 Jun 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1043.1060
Research ArticleAir Pollution Tolerance and Biochemical Assessment of Urban Tree Species in Erbil, Iraq: A Comparative Study of (Morus alba L. and Melia azedarach L.)
Halmat Abubakr Sabr, Kawa Abdulkareem Ali
This investigation was conducted during summer season from the 1th of September to study the air pollution tolerance index to assess the tolerance of particular tree species. This technique can facilitate the evaluation and screening of sensitive and tolerant…
27 Jun 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1061.1071
Research ArticleOptimizing Ultra-Early-Maturing Rice Cultivation: Effects of Pruning and Variety Selection on Agronomic Traits and Yield
Abd Haris Bahrun, Andi Amran Sulaiman, Amir Yassi, Muh Farid, Yunus Musa, Eka Setiawan et al.
The cultivation of ultra-early maturing rice varieties enhances resilience to climate change and increases annual rice planting in Indonesia. One technique for ultra-early rice cultivation is pruning. This study aimed to identify the optimal pruning time for u…
27 Jun 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1072.1082
Research ArticleMorphological and Molecular Identification of Pathogenic Fungi Associated with the Red Palm Weevil Rhynchophorus ferrugineus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae)
Shehab A. Abbas, Feryal B. Hermize
This research study was conducted by collecting red palm weevil samples known as one of the most serious pests from infested date palm trees across several provinces in central Iraq during 2025. The survey results indicated the presence of pathogenic fungi is…
19 Jun 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1035.1042
Research ArticleEffect of Temperature on the Germination of 17 Lentil Varieties (Lens culinaris Medik.) in a Context of Climate Change in Morocco
Soukaina Njili, Hassna Leknizi, Siham Belkacemi, Safaa Rhaimi, Aicha Rossafi, Mohammed Ouhssine
Temperature during the germination phase is critical to the establishment of lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.), especially with the increased occurrence of heat waves in Morocco. This study evaluated the performance of 17 lentil varieties differing in phenology u…
11 Jun 2026DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2026/42.2.1026.1034