Effects of storage bags type and storage duration on seed quality and proximate composition of emmer wheat (Triticum dicoccum L.) in Ethiopia

Melese, Bethlehem; Satheesh, Neela; Fanta, Solomon Workneh; Bishaw, Zewdie

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12506

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“…All category farmers preferred polycoated jute sacks over plastic packets for long-term storage, trust in ensuring higher germination rates, and avoiding mishandling. In Ethiopian studies, it was observed that hermetic bags effectively preserve the quality of rice seeds [ 36 ], whereas the use of polypropylene bags was associated with a decline in seed quality [ 80 ]. More specifically, most Ethiopian farmers (78%) used the Gotera storage structure, while only 13.2% opted for jute bags, and 8.1% opted for polypropylene bags to store their seeds [ 77 ].…”

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Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Sarkar,

Habib,

Sarker

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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The use of quality seeds is crucial to improve rice yield, food security, and farmers’ livelihoods. The large informal seed system, limited access to quality seeds, and low seed replacement rate challenge increasing rice yield. Despite robust government initiatives to support the seed system, progress has been slow. Besides, the need for farmers’ behavioural change, enhanced coordination, and communication at the local level has not received adequate attention. We investigate rice farmers’ preferences for quality seed, packet sizes, types, and sources, and assess the impact of utilizing good quality seed. We collected quantitative data from 1196 rice farmers in northern Bangladesh in 2019. To identify major factors influencing farmers’ preferences regarding quality seed, packet sizes, packet types, and seed sources, we employed ordered logit and multinomial logit models. Additionally, we used the propensity score matching procedure to assess the impact of good quality and formal seed sources on the rice yield. The findings revealed that farmers strongly prefer using seeds from formal sources despite limited accessibility. Of the total farmers, 34% use public source seeds, 33% use private source seeds, and the rest rely on their own saved seeds. The use of good quality seeds increased rice yields from the base yield by 0.07–0.28 t/ha. We found about a 48% gap in accessing good-quality seeds, indicating significant potential for scaling up the seed systems. Farmers using formal seed sources yielded 0.03–0.15 t/ha more than informal seed users. Farmers strongly prefer 5 kg packets due to their cost-effectiveness, easy storage, and handling convenience. Additionally, farmers prefer polycoated jute sacks for their versatility, multi-purpose applications, and resistance to pests. The econometric model results showed that farmers’ preferences were significantly influenced by gender, farm type, crop yield, seed price, market distance, various stakeholders’ advice, and seed supply systems’ constraints. The government should implement policies and programs to strengthen a well-connected seed network in rural areas, promoting inclusivity, and enhancing rice productivity. Besides, farmers’ needs and preferences should be considered in designing and implementing seed-related initiatives to foster sustainable agricultural development.

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Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Sarkar,

Habib,

Sarker

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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“…Elevated moisture levels enhance nutrient accessibility and create favourable environments for microbial growth, impacting plant growth and productivity by influencing nutrient cycling and symbiotic relationships (Wang et al, 2020). Also, soil residual moisture influences root growth and water absorption (Melese et al, 2022). The organic matter content in the soil exhibited variability within the range of 1.08 to 1.12, as indicated in Table 2, which outlines the chemical and biological properties of the soil in the study area.…”

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Effect of Different Mulching Materials on Growth Parameters and Yield of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Production in Minna, Nigeria

Otuaro,

Musa,

Isah

et al. 2024

OJF

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During the 2022 growing season (August to November) at the Federal University of Technology, Minna School farm, Niger State, an experiment was conducted to investigate the influence of mulching on Okra's growth, yield, and moisture content was examined across four distinct growth stages (initial, development, mid, and late) and at varying soil depths (0 -30 cm and 30 -60 cm). The study employed a randomised complete block design with four replications, encompassing control (T0), groundnut shells mulch (T1), black polythene mulch (T2), and white polythene mulch (T3) as treatments. The highest average Okra fresh pod yield, amounting to 23.4 t/ha, was achieved by implementing white plastic mulch, contrasting with the control treatment, which yielded the lowest at 22 t/ha. Notably, the control plots exhibited yield reductions of up to 32% compared to the plots employing white plastic mulching. The utilisation of mulch had a notable impact on the overall crop yield, with the superior quality evident in the treatment employing white plastic mulch (26 t/ha). The control treatment exhibited the lowest quality at 24.3 t/ha. Groundnut shell mulch influenced moisture conservation, but no significant variance was observed compared to the control plots. Therefore, the study suggests that polythene mulch may be the most suitable type to enhance the quality of okra production by conserving soil moisture. Among the biodegradable and non-biodegradable mulches used in this study, white polythene mulch was the most effective.

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“…Germination percentage of seeds stored in gummy bags rapidly decreased from 66.1-32.8% due to high moisture content, decreased slowly in sealed tin container from 80.4% -69.2% with less moisture content. The escalation of seed is interrelated to temperature and relative humidity form the surroundings [14]. A study was carried out in India on effect of seed moisture content on germination percentage and seed infection in rice varieties.…”

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Utilizing Modern Technology and Sustainable Methods for Storing Rice

David,

Mohamed,

Goru

et al. 2024

E3S Web Conf.

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Since the dawn of civilization, grain storage has been necessary to ensure food security. Grain storage has a more extended history than one might think and is connected to farming history. India is the next-largest producer of wheat, followed by China. In terms of food security, storage is primarily intended to keep grains for a longer time. It guards against degradation, exposure to the outside environment, and potential microbe and insect attacks. Silo, CAP storage, and Godown storage were used to test the wheat’s temperature and moisture content. To obtain the reading, a temperature sensor and a RH sensor were installed within the silo. Grain storage in underground pits was employed in the past and is still used in some regions today. The holes were excavated and measured at 1 m in diameter and 1 m in depth, with a mixture of 3:3:1 cow dung, straw, and sorghum, amounting to around two quintals each. A total of 10–20 wheat samples kept in the silo were examined for fungus and fungal development. The samples were placed inside a glass bottle filled with sterile water and closely watched to ensure that no fungal source entered the container used for collection. Each colony was isolated and purified separately once it emerged to obtain an isolated single fungus. The pure fungus was positioned and examined using imaging and organized on figurative plates under a microscope. The germination percentage in various storage arrangements was tested for seed viability using wet paper towels. For the following three months of storage, the temperature within the silo increased rapidly from 28°C to 35°C. The grain retained its quality during the first three months, and there was little to no infestation. The lower ambient temperature and measured relative humidity of 95–97% are to blame for this. Before drying, the moisture content in the silo increased from 11 to 17%. During the storage period from April 2006 to November 2006, the moisture content in Godown bag storage increased at the same pace as in the silo. Wheat moisture content rises in direct proportion to its storage time. This is thought to be the result of an increase in insect population brought on by the respiration of insects and wheat, which helped raise moisture content. All of the isolated fungi in the silo were discovered to produce a significant number of spores and conidia on their surfaces. Aspergillus is a harmful toxin-producing fungus well-known for damaging various seeds, grains, and nuts. It is also famous for its destructive properties.

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Effects of storage bags type and storage duration on seed quality and proximate composition of emmer wheat (Triticum dicoccum L.) in Ethiopia

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Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Effect of Different Mulching Materials on Growth Parameters and Yield of Okra (<i>Abelmoschus </i><i>esculentus</i><i>) </i>Production in Minna, Nigeria

Utilizing Modern Technology and Sustainable Methods for Storing Rice

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Effects of storage bags type and storage duration on seed quality and proximate composition of emmer wheat (Triticum dicoccum L.) in Ethiopia

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Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Rice farmers’ preferences for seed quality, packaging, and source: A study from northern Bangladesh

Effect of Different Mulching Materials on Growth Parameters and Yield of Okra (&lt;i&gt;Abelmoschus &lt;/i&gt;&lt;i&gt;esculentus&lt;/i&gt;&lt;i&gt;) &lt;/i&gt;Production in Minna, Nigeria

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Effect of Different Mulching Materials on Growth Parameters and Yield of Okra (<i>Abelmoschus </i><i>esculentus</i><i>) </i>Production in Minna, Nigeria