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Effects of intercropping systems and Rhizobium inoculation on yields of maize (Zea mays) and two legumes (Phaseolus vulgaris and Dolichos lablab)
(International Journal of Biosciences, 2017-02-28)
This study aimed to assess the effect of intercropping systems, Rhizobium inoculation and legumes on yield
components and grain yields of maize and two legumes. To achieve this objective, field experiments were
executed ...
Influence of Water Stress and Rhizobial Inoculation on Accumulation of Proline in Selected Cultivars of Phaseolus vulgaris (L.)
(International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2017)
A two season field experiment and a single season screen house experiment were
conducted to assess the effect of water stress periods and rhizobial inoculation in five (5)
P. vulgaris (L.) cultivars. The experiment ...
Invasive weeds with pesticidal properties as potential new crops
(Elsevier, 2017)
Plants with pesticidal properties have been investigated for decades as alternatives to synthetics, but only a
handful have been commercialised and developed as non-food cash crops. One of the reasons why pesticidal
plants ...
Potential of legume diversification in soil fertility management and food security for resource poor farmers in Sub-Saharan AfricaPotential of legume diversification in soil fertility management and food security for resource poor farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa
(INNSPUB, 2017-12-30)
Declines in soil fertility and its effect on crop production is a major problem in sub Saharan Africa. It is a
major factor limiting crop production and consequently food security in agrarian communities. The causes
of ...