O. S. Balogun

Occurrence of Virus in Some Watermelon Growing Areas of Kwara State, Nigeria

Oluropo Ayotunde Apalowo, O. S. Balogun, N.B. Izuogu, Abisola Banji et autres

A survey was carried out between September to November 2019 in 8 locations of Kwara State noted for watermelon cultivation to determine the incidence, severity, and distribution of viruses infecting watermelon on the field. Thirty leave samples showing symptoms like mosaic, chlorosis, …

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HISTOPATHOLOGY OF WATERMELON ROOT INFECTED WITH ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE (Meloidogyne spp.) IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

O.A. Apalowo, N.B. Izuogu, C.M. Olajide, O. S. Balogun et autres

This study was carried out to determine the feeding pattern of root-knot nematode (RKN) infecting the root of watermelon in Ilorin, Nigeria. A commonly cultivated variety, kaolak was obtained and planted in a screen house. The screenhouse experiment was set out in …

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Environmental Degradation, Improved Technologies Utilization and Output among Rain-Fed and Irrigated Sugarcane Farmers in Bauchi State, Nigeria

O. S. Balogun, T. O. Ademola, J. T. Ayodele, Bankole Oni

In the northern part of Nigeria, desertification has grossly affected water available and land carrying capacity for both pastureland and farmlands. Using primary data collected in a three-stage purposive sampling procedure from a total of 231 sugarcane farmers, we accessed technology utilization …

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Navigating supply chain management: Technology adoption in Southeast Nigerian breweries

Kelechi Enyinna Ugwu, O. S. Balogun

The study focuses on evaluating the influence of the adoption of technological advancement on supply chain management in Selected Nigerian Brewery Plc, South-East Zone Nigeria. The research employed a survey design and questionnaire as instruments for data collection. The total population of …

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Comparative Cost-Benefits Analysis Among Rain-Fed And Irrigated Sugarcane Production Farming Systems In Bauchi State, Nigeria

Oni B O, O. S. Balogun, T. O. Ademola, Jeffrey Aaron

Various interventions in agricultural production are aimed at maximizing agricultural revenue, and key enterprises to improve livelihood and reduce poverty. This study assessed cost and benefits of Rain-Fed Farming Systems (RFFS) and Irrigated Farming System (IRFS) of sugarcane production in Bauchi State, …

Climate-Smart Agriculture for Sustainable Agricultural Development in Nigeria: An Empirical Review

O. S. Balogun, Ogechi Cordelia Nwahia, E. Nwebor

Feeding over 200 million people in Nigeria requires a radical transformation in agricultural sector. These therefore require growing more food and achieve food security. Meanwhile, the resources needed for sustainable food security in Nigeria are already stretched, coupled with a negative effect …

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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PRODUCTIVITY AND CONSTRAINTS OF RAIN-FED AND IRRIGATED SUGARCANE PRODUCTION FARMING SYSTEMS IN BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA

T. O. Ademola, O. S. Balogun, S. Adamu

The study assessed the productivity of Rain-Fed Farming System (RFFS) and Irrigated Farming System (IRFS) farming systems of sugarcane production in Bauchi State, Nigeria.Using primary data collected in a threestage purposive sampling procedure from a total of 231 sugarcane farmers.Descriptive statistics, productivity …

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EFFICACY OF AQUEOUS AND POWDERED LEAF EXTRACTS OF Chromolaena odorata (ASTERALES: ASTERACEAE) AND Ficus mucuso (ROSALES: MORACEAE) BOTANICALS ON ROOT-KNOT NEMATODE INFECTING WATERMELON IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

O.A. Apalowo, N.B. Izuogu, H.S. Baba, I. O. Adepoju et autres

Watermelon production in Kwara State, Nigeria, is affected by root-knot nematode (RKN), as all varieties of the crop are susceptible. The aim of this study was to identify readily available and environmentally safe nematicides for the management of RKN. The field was …

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Evaluation of Natural Fertilizer Potential of Neem Leaves Aqueous Extract for Irrigation Practices

Kedir Mohammed, O. S. Balogun, Kehinde Raheef Adebayo

A natural fertilizer relies on plant, mineral and animal sources for its nutrients. The objective of this paper is to evaluate the natural fertilizer potential of Neem leaves aqueous extract for irrigation practices by analyzing some physicochemical parameters using standard methods. Data …

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Incidence and Severity of Virus Diseases of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) Under Varying Planting Density and Insecticidal Spray Regimes

Sodiq Alaka, O. S. Balogun

Viral diseases are a major problem for cowpea production in Nigeria, causing yield reductions of up to 100%. To combat this, farmers use insecticide sprays and manipulate plant population densities. A field experiment was conducted in the Southern Guinea Savannah agro-ecological zone …

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Detection of Viruses Infecting Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) in the Derived Savanna of Nigeria and Influence on Proximate Composition

Taiye Hussein Aliyu, Olawale Arogundade, E. I. Essien, O. S. Balogun et autres

A survey was accomplished in the derived savanna of Oyo State, Nigeria during 2019/2020 cropping season to evaluate the incidence and severity of viruses infecting Lettuce. Laboratory experiments were performed serologically to identify the infecting viruses and to verify possible variations in …

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Genetic Structure of Cucumber Mosaic Virus From Natural Hosts in Nigeria Reveals High Diversity and Occurrence of Putative Novel Recombinant Strains

Oluropo Ayotunde Apalowo, Adedapo Olutola Adediji, O. S. Balogun, Temitope I. Fakolujo et autres

Cucumber mosaic virus (CMV, Bromoviridae : Cucummovirus ), one of the most widespread plant viruses with several hosts, causes huge losses in yield quality and quantity. The occurrence of various CMV strains and high genetic diversity within the virus complicate its management. …

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