Abstract This study assessed the nutritional qualities of selected bushmeats in New Bussa and its environs to advocate for their potential domestication through ranching because of the prospective impact on food security.Meat samples of dried Kobus kob (Kob), Sylvicapra grimmia (Duiker) and Tragelaphus scriptus (Bush buck) were identified and collected from hunters in the study […]
WOODY TREE SPECIES DIVERSITY IN AGRICULTURAL LANDSCAPES OF A LOWLAND RAINFOREST ECOSYSTEM IN NIGERIA
Abstract Woody tree components of the agricultural landscape play diverse roles in the improvement of agricultural productivity, maintenance of the agro ecosystem stability and improvement of livelihood of the dwellers of the rural communities. An understanding of the diversity of woody tree species on agricultural landscapes is crucial to the landscape approach to woody tree […]
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH REHABILITATION OF SEWER RETICULATION PLANTS; A CASE OF DRAWCARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SITES IN REDCLIFF, ZIMBABWE
Abstract This research examined the occupational safety and health hazards associated with rehabilitating sewer reticulation plants at Drawcard Construction Company sites in Redcliff, Zimbabwe. The study used a descriptive research design which triangulated both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Questionnaires, interviews and field observations were used to gather primary data on occupational safety and health hazards […]
HEADWATER STREAMS AND VALUES OF BIO-ASSESSMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE RIVER MANAGEMENT IN HIGHLANDS OF ETHIOPIA
Abstract Headwater streams are important component of riverine ecosystem comprising the majority of the catchment area. These streams are densely networked in the highlands of Ethiopian river basins. Organic and inorganic materials and invertebrates are transported from the headwater streams and they have potential effect on downstream river habitat, water quality and living organisms. In […]
ESTIMATION OF SOME THERMODYNAMIC METEOROLOGICAL VARIABLES FROM MEASURED METEOROLOGICAL DATA
Abstract Appropriate studying of the meteorological conditions via the continuous measurements and analysis of the various meteorological variables can make a difference for the survival and prosperity of the human race. In this study, measured meteorological variables from an implemented device together with reanalysis data from ERA-Interim and NASA were used to estimate four addition […]
RATE, CAUSES AND IMPACT OF DEFORESTATION IN BORGU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NIGER STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study assessed the rate, causes and impacts of deforestation on socio-economic development of selected communities in Borgu local government of Niger state, Nigeria. Data were collected using structured questionnaire from one hundred respondents in five communities in Borgu local government area. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings show that female […]
ADOPTION OF EARLY MATURING MAIZE VARIETIES AMONG FARMERS IN IDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF OYO STATE
Abstract The study assessed the adoption of early maturing maize varieties among farmers in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State. Purposive sampling procedure and simple random sample were used to select the wards and sample size of 99 respondents. A well-structured questionnaire with interview section was used to obtain data from the respondents. Both […]
CHLOROPHYLL EVALUATION OF Entandrophragma angolense SEEDLINGS PERFORMANCE UNDER DIFFERENT LIGHT INTENSITIES AND SOIL TEXTURAL CLASSES
Abstract Chlorophyll is essential for photosynthesis. It serves two primary functions which is to absorb light and transfer that light energy into chemical energy. This study assessed the chlorophyll content of Entandrophragma angolense seedlings under different light intensities (25%, 50%, 75% and 100%) and soil textural classes (clay, sandyloam, sandy, loamysand and loamy). The study […]
GROWTH YIELDS AND NUTRIENT STATUS UNDER Pinus carribaea AND Nauclea diderrichii PLANTATION IN OGUN STATE FORESTRY PLANTATION PROJECT AREA J4, IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study examined the growth yield and the nutrient status of two prominent tree species in Ogun State Forestry Plantation Project Area, Pinus carribaea stands established in 1991, 1992 and 1996 and Nauclea diderrichii in 1974, 1975, and 1976. Growth data and composite soil samples from 2 depths (0-15 and 15-30cm) were collected from […]
CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION STRATEGIES AMONG GROUNDNUT FARMERS IN SULEJA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NIGER STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study examined the climate change adaptation strategies among groundnut farmers in Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to describe the socio-economic characteristics of groundnut farmers; identify the climate change adaptation strategies adopted by the groundnut farmers, determine the factors influencing climate change adaptation strategies adopted by the […]