Abstract This study investigated the suitability of three organic planting media (sawdust, rice husk, and loamy soil) for growing lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) in an open environment in Kaduna North Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. A randomized complete block design with three treatments (media types) replicated five times was employed. The pH values of […]
CONTAMINATION / POLLUTION ASSESSMENT OF SOIL AROUND TANK FARMS IN OGHAREKI – OGHARA COMMUNITY IN ETHIOPE WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study covers the determination of inorganic contaminants which include lead (Pb), nickel (Ni), iron (Fe), copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn) in soil around tank farms in Oghareki community, Delta State. The soil samples were collected for a period of twelve months (April 2022 – March 2023) at distances of 100 meters to 1 […]
EFFECT OF COOPERATIVE ON THE INCOME OF SMALL HOLDING POULTRY FARMERS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The study investigated the effect of cooperative on the income of smallholding poultry farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria. Poultry farmers typically produce to satisfy household food needs or make profit from selling farm produce. Descriptive analysis was used to describe the socio-economic characteristics of the poultry farmers. A two-stage random sampling technique was used […]
PROTOZOAN PARASITES AND BACTERIAL CONTAMINATION OF SELECTED PUBLIC RESTROOMS IN MARKETS, MOTOR PARKS AND STUDENTS’ HOSTELS IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA AND THE ASSOCIATED PUBLIC HEALTH RISKS
Abstract A study on the protozoan parasites and bacterial contamination of surfaces in selected public restrooms in markets, motor parks and students’ hostels in Benin City, southern Nigeria. Out of the 200 swab samples from all the restroom surfaces examined, 15(7.5%) and 176 (88%) were positive for protozoan parasites and bacterial contamination, respectively. There was […]
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ELECTRICALLY POWERED TOMATO SLICING MACHINE
Abstract This study shows a Proto-Type Construction of an Electrically Powered Tomato Slicing Machine (Design of the Proto-Type). The feeding unit of the tomato slicer was made from a pyramid shaped plates in which tomatoes to be sliced dropped by gravity and slight agitation of the machine into the slicing unit. The feeding unit has […]
ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF LOCAL CRUDE OIL REFINERIES ON SOIL QUALITY IN SELECTED ISLAND COMMUNITIES IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract In the last few years, there has been an ongoing effort to combat illegal oil bunkering, including the dismantling of artisanal refining activities in the Niger Delta. This study assessed the level of heavy metals and hydrocarbons concentration in former artisanal sites. Surface soil sample were collected in triplicates from nine island communities along […]
QUANTITATIVE LEACHING OF ZINC AND COPPER USING HCL FROM POLYMETALLIC SULPHIDE ORE OBTAINED FROM ZARARA HILL, NIGERIA
Abstract This is a study of the leaching and dissolution kinetics of zinc and copper from polymetallic sulphide ore obtained from Zarara Hill, Kaduna state, Nigeria. The elemental analysis ICP-OES showed that the ore contains iron (68440 mg/kg), Zinc (27477mg/kg), Copper (26387mg/kg), lead (25130mg/kg) and Sulphur (33017mg/kg) as major elements. After leaching in different concentrations […]
MORPHOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSE OF Monodora tenufolia BENTH. SEEDLINGS TO DIFFERENT FIELD ESPACEMENT
Abstract Planting espacement is a vital process which affects the quality of tree’s growth and development but this information is lacking in Monodora tenufolia (a multipurpose species). This study aimed at obtaining the appropriate espacement for plantation of this species by subjecting seedlings to three (3) different espacement on field trial. Forty five (45) seedlings […]
DETERMINANTS OF EXTENSION WORKERS’ PERCEPTION OF TECHNOLOGY DELIVERY THROUGH CYBER-EXTENSION MODE IN OYO STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Covid-19 pandemic introduced a paradigm shift in extension service delivery different from conventional methods, which are inadequate to cater for the needs of farmers during a pandemic. Therefore, this study examined the determinants of perception of extension workers on technology delivery through cyber extension mode. A well-structured interview schedule was used to select 208 […]
ALGAL GROWTH IN THE BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT OF CATTLE WASTE
Abstract The steady increase in contaminants and pollutants reaching our1akes and streams has caused the steady decline in the 1ife supporting and aesthetic qualities of our waters. This is caused by excessive fertilization from effluents high in phosphorus, nitrogen and organic growth substances. Algae and aquatic plants become excessive and when they decompose a sequence […]