Category: Crop Production
ASSESSING POTENTIAL OF MUSSEL SHELL WASTE AS LIMING MATERIAL IN THE GROWTH OF BOK CHOY (Brassica rapa subsp. Chinensis)
Suhardi, A. S. & *Mijin, S.
Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 90000, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.
*Corresponding author: salumiah@ums.edu.my
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Green mussel is one of the most consumed types of...
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In conventional, the oil palm reproduces through sexual fertilisation by using pisifera (P) pollen to fertilise a female inflorescence dura (D), resulting in the production of tenera (D×P) seeds. These D×P planting materials exhibit substantial variability in bunch yield and components. Cloning approach could overcome genetic segregation due to conventional mating. FGV has been...
The use of a double-row pineapple sucker planter increases the efficiency of pineapple sucker planting operations compared to conventional methods that labour intensive and high time consuming. However, there are several suckers planted on the soil that do not meet the characteristics of good planting quality for optimal pineapple crop growth when the planting machine is used. After every...
Utilising oil palm empty fruit bunches (EFB) provides a sustainable mushroom production and waste management solutions. However, the high contamination risk associated with untreated EFB necessitates effective disinfection methods for successful cultivation of mushrooms. Conventional steaming requires considerable heating energy and is inaccessible to small mushroom producers. Therefore, the...
The objective of this study was to analyse the total phenolic content and antioxidation capacity of quail meat when given onion (Allium cepa L.) extract as a supplemental diet. The four onion treatment supplementations were assigned to the animal at 0% v/v, 2.5% v/v, 5% v/v, and 7.5% v/v respectively. The meat's total phenolic content and anti-oxidation capacity were evaluated based on the TPC...
Inequitable access to information and resources affects consumer awareness, food security, and the adoption of sustainable smart agriculture practices. This abstract explores how these disparities hinder the transition to environmentally friendly and resilient agricultural systems, emphasizing the need to humanize modern agriculture by considering the diverse experiences and challenges faced...
Rigorous management of palm oil mill effluent to meet Sabah state sustainability demands led to the installation of a decanter machine. As a result, it produces another palm oil mill (POM) solid waste, oil palm decanter cake (OPDC). To date, the reuse of this waste remains unpopular, and its accumulation may cause environmental pollution. In this study, the effect of oil palm decanter cake...
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Organic materials are often found in the environment and are not used properly so they can pollute the environment. Chicken eggshells are one of the household organic materials that are very often found in the home environment. The eggshell composition has a high content of calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) and several other nutrients that the soil needs for plant growth....
Accurately estimating the aboveground biomass in oil palm plantations is crucial for sustainable resource management, particularly as agricultural sectors globally work toward achieving net-zero carbon emissions and adapt to the realities of climate change. Precise biomass estimates support carbon stock assessments, contributing to climate change mitigation strategies and enabling plantations...
The Department of Agriculture (DOA) Sabah has been producing tissue culture planting materials since 1996 under the Seventh Malaysia Plan (7th MP, 1996-2000). The objective is to use the in vitro culture technique to produce planting materials for internal research projects, conservation projects, and commercial production. Selected and healthy explants were obtained from the germplasm...
Phenology is generally described as observing life cycle stages or plant activities in temporal events throughout the year. Cavendish bananas are a variety of resistant to insects and diseases and have various health benefits. Therefore, this study was conducted to identify the stages of development and formation of Cavendish banana flowers and fruits at the Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture,...
- introduction of compost and goat dung compost including the objectives
- methodology- including materials, step-by-step and parameters
- results and discussion about goat dung compost production
- conclusion of goat dung compost
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The rising prices and reduced availability of traditional feed have prompted feed manufacturers and the livestock industry to explore sustainable and economical alternative feed sources. Unconventional feed resources have emerged as appropriate alternatives. Sorghum grain (Sorghum bicolor), with a nutritive value similar to maize, has proven suitable as the sole cereal component in...
Semen quality traits such as semen volume, sperm gross and individual motility, sperm concentration, viability (% of live and dead sperm) and color are very important, since they can determine the fertility potential of the semen. The objective of this study was to compare age (27 and 33 weeks) and body weight normal (4.0-4.5kg), underweight (<3.5kg), and overweight(>5kg) on the semen quality...
Rice is the staple food in Malaysia, serving as the primary source of carbohydrates. It also contains important micronutrients, including Zn. Though only required in small amounts, Zn deficiency pose a significant health issues among a billion people. This study evaluates rice varieties according to its macro- and micronutrients attributes, especially for zinc content. Rice varieties TR7, TR8,...
This study examines the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for aerial spraying in agriculture, with a focus on spray drift, which refers to the movement of sprayed particles away from the target area. Spray drift reduces spraying efficiency, increases costs, and poses potential hazards to humans, animals, and the environment. The experiment aimed to assess how flying height, UAV speed, and...
Pest attacks continue to be a serious challenge in agriculture, resulting in decreased crop quality and economic losses for farmers. Despite the many pest management options available, chemical usage is not recommended for high-quality crops and profit maximization because of its severe environmental and health effects. To address this problem, the Solar Insect Trap has been introduced as an...
The banana tree or its scientific name is Musa spp. is an important industrial plant in food production. In Malaysia, the banana tree became the second most planted fruit tree because bananas are one of the staple foods of Malaysians. However, after harvesting the banana fruit, the part of the banana tree will become agricultural waste that needs to be managed properly. Environmental pollution...
The coconut [Cocos nucifera (C. nucifera) L.] is an important fruit tree in the world, providing food for millions of people, especially in the tropical and subtropical regions, and with its many uses it is often called the “tree of life”. The coconut palm is subdivided into two morphological types: tall and dwarf. Tall is cross-pollinating, heterozygous, has a long lifespan and matures...
Apiculture is one of the predominant sub-sectors of agriculture in Bangladesh, plays a vital role in crop production and biodiversity maintenance through pollination services. Bangladesh has ideal conditions for honeybees with its diverse flora, favorable climate, abundant water sources, and agricultural practices. Honey collection from tradition bee hive and marketing has been practiced in...
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The seaweed extract offers numerous benefits to plant growth and has been widely used recently due to its advantages for vegetation. This seaweed extract contains growth hormones such as cytokinins, auxins, and gibberellins, which promote cell division, enhance root and shoot growth, and strengthen plant structures such as roots. A study was conducted to investigate the effects of...
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Rubber cultivation has reached an impressive level in Sabah. At the same time, the sector emerges as one of the main plantation industries along with oil palm in developing the livelihood for rural communities in Sabah. Smallholders mostly produce rubber plantations in Sabah. They make more than 59.6% of the rubber in Malaysia and 6.7% of the rubber produced worldwide, while the...
Palm oil is an editable vegetable oil widely consumed by people worldwide. There are two species of palm
trees, namely Elaeis guineensis and Elaeis oleifera. The E. oleifera, possesses interesting traits such as
dwarf, compact, and potential disease resistance. However, it has a low oil yield and pollination concerns
as compared to E. guineensis. To address this, hybridisation can be used...
