Aug 2026· Ecology, environment & conservation· Vol 32, pp. S21-S24· 0 citations
Abstract
Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) seedlings are cultivated organically using the pot culture method. Parthenium hysterophorus compost was found to improve soil conditioning. The impact of compost application is evaluated on flowering and fruiting morphology, as well as on the biochemical composition and mineral content of the fruits. The treatment led to a quantitative 5fec44 improvement in yield, reflected in earlier flowering, enhanced fruit, larger fruit size, and nearly extra yield. Qualitative enhancements were also observed, including increased fiber content, soluble proteins, and total carbohydrates. Mineral analysis of the fruits revealed higher levels of phosphorus, sodium, and zinc. Additionally, improved shelf life, superior taste, and enhanced fruit gloss contributed to greater marketability. Overall, the study concludes that soil amendment with Parthenium hysterophorus compost is an eco-friendly, simple, and effective approach for improving both the quantity and quality of organically grown brinjal.
This study investigates the potential of Prosopis juliflora (mesquite) leaf and seed extracts as organic fertilizers for Mentha piperita (peppermint) cultivation in the Asir region, Saudi Arabia. P. juliflora is an invasive species that has raised ecological concerns, but its biomass holds promise as a sustainable agr...
Ibtisam Oudah, Saeed Al Thawab· Journal of Arts, Literature,...· 0 citations
The intensive use of mineral fertilizers in horticultural systems has improved crop productivity but also increased concerns regarding soil degradation and environmental sustainability. In this context, vermicompost derived from buffalo manure may represent a sustainable alternative for nutrient management and organic...
G. M. Fusco, I. Di Mola, E. Cozzolino et al.· Agriculture· 0 citations
Field experiment was conducted during Kharif 2025–26 at the Agriculture Research Station, Achalpur, Maharashtra, to evaluate the effect of the Biostimulant Folergy on growth, yield, and quality of white onion (Bhima Shubhra). The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design with eight treatments and three repli...
P. Kothawade, R. Wankhade, Y. Charjan et al.· International journal of re...· 0 citations
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a raw organic composite, made from flower waste, in promoting plant growth and enhancing soil fertility. The flower‐based amendment was prepared by thermally treating (55°C) dried flower wastes from
Rosa indica
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Chrysanthemum morifolium
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S. Priyanka, S. Namasivayam· Flavour and Fragrance Journa...· 0 citations
Super absorbent polymers (SAP) and microbial fertilizers (MF) are pivotal in ameliorating soil physicochemical properties, regulating plant growth, and enhancing fruit quality. However, the combined effects of their co-application on apple plants remain unclear. To address this, a two-year field experiment was conducte...
Jie-Qiang He, Xin-Yue Yang, Jia-Le Wen et al.· Plant physiology and biochem...· 1 citation
The present experiment was carried out to evaluate different treatment combinations of biofertilizers and nanoparticles on various horticultural and biochemical attributes of garden pea varieties at Vegetable Farm, Department of Horticulture, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, during the w...
