Abstract Nano packaging is currently one of the most important topics in food packaging technologies. The aim of the application of this technology in food packaging is increasing shelf life of foods by preventing internal and external deterioration and microbial contaminations. Hence this study investigate the effects of silver nano-particles on meat preservation. The silver […]
KNOWLEDGE OF BIRD ECOSYSTEM SERVICES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN COMMUNITIES AROUND OLD OYO NATIONAL PARK, NIGERIA
Abstract Birds act as crucial links in their respective ecologic circle, within and between ecosystems. This study assessed the knowledge of secondary school students in the support zone communities around Old Oyo National Park about the ecosystem services of birds in their environment. Data was collected through questionnaire survey. A total of 345 students from […]
SOCIAL IMPACT OF GULLY EROSION ON THE RESIDENTS OF KURMIN GWARI SETTLEMENT, KADUNA STATE
Abstract Soil erosion increment results in an unsustainable development of the living standard of the people. Sustainable development is the positive socio-economic change that does not undermine the ecological and social systems upon which communities and social systems are dependent. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of gully erosion on the […]
ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING: AN APPROACH TO EFFECTIVE URBAN SECURITY IN KURMIN-MASHI RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
Abstract This research examines effective urban security in Kurmin-Mashi residential Neighbourhood: making changes for security and crime prevention in urban and suburban neighbourhood. Effective urban security refers to programmes of physical design change, public and private management changes, and use pattern changes that are targeted to a place and its crime problems. The aim of […]
CHARACTER ASSOCIATION OF YIELD ATTRIBUTING TRAITS IN LINSEED (Linum usitatissimum L.) GENOTYPES
Abstract The study was conducted to determine the genotypic and phenotypic correlations between different traits of linseed genotypes, and the direct and indirect effect of different traits on seed yield using simple lattice design with two replications during 2019 cropping season at Ambo University Guder Campus. In present study harvest index, number of seed per […]
ASSESSMENT OF HEAVY METAL CONTAMINATION IN PLANT SAMPLES OF OLD OYO NATIONAL PARK, SOUTHWEST, NIGERIA: A BASELINE STUDY
Abstract Heavy metal contamination may alter the chemical composition of plants with consequent effect on their growth and possible transmission of potential toxic metals to animals and humans along the food chain. The study was carried out to quantitatively assess the levels of heavy metals in plant species in Old Oyo National Park, Southwest, Nigeria. […]
FISH BIODIVERSITY AND ABUNDANCE IN RIVER TARABA, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The fish fauna of River Taraba, Taraba State, Nigeria was studied from November 2017 to April 2019. The catch composition assessment was conducted at the landing sites once a month and fish species were identified. Descriptive statistical tools and Shannon –Weiner index were used to analyze the data collected. A total of 60,574 fishes […]
EMERGING LINK BETWEEN EMPLOYEES’ MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT IN MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND ADP IN OSUN STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The study was designed to assess the relationship between employees’ motivational factors and organizational commitment in Ministry Agriculture and Agricultural Development Programme, Osun State, Nigeria. Structured and validated questionnaire with Cronbach Alpha Coefficient of 0.82 level of consistency was used to collect data from 125 respondents. The data was subjected to descriptive and inferential […]
PERCEPTION AND BENEFITS OF HERBAL MEDICINE AMONG ADULTS RESIDENTS IN IBADAN METROPOLIS, OYO STATE NIGERIA
Abstract This study examines the perception and benefits of herbal medicine among adults in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State. Random sampling technique was used to select 200 respondents from five urban Local Governments areas out of the eleven Local Government areas in the study area. Data were collected through the administration of structured questionnaires. Both descriptive […]
FACTORS AFFECTING TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY OF HARICOT BEAN PRODUCING SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN BOSAT DISTRICT, OROMIA NATIONAL REGIONAL STATE, ETHIOPIA
Abstract Haricot bean is one of the most important cash crops and the least expensive sources of protein in rural Ethiopia and in Oromia regional state in particular. Yet its productivity is very low. This study, therefore, aimed to analyze the level of technical efficiency by smallholder farmers in Boset district of Oromia National state […]