1. Introduction Vegetative debris generated in landscaping/horticulture operations, and generally considered waste, amounts to large scale quantities. Peels, seeds, shells, fibre and leaves from foxtail palm, and in public gardens…
Introduction Heavy-metal contamination of aquatic and terrestrial environments is a major environmental concern because metallic and metalloid contaminants persist for long periods and may enter biological food chains. Industrialization, mining,…
Introduction One of the most ecologically significant families of terrestrial arthropod predators, spiders (Araneae) can be found in a wide variety of environments, such as forests, grasslands, wetlands, agricultural fields,…
Introduction One of the most varied and ecologically important groups of arthropods, crustaceans inhabit a variety of aquatic environments from freshwater to marine habitats. Their irregular growth pattern, which is…
Introduction Obesity is ametabolic disorder which is caused by the deposition of excess fat tissue in the body and is relatedto various complexities such as diabetes mellitus type 2, cardiovascular…
Introduction Agriculture is a major source of livelihood for rural households in Nigeria as it provides employment, food, income, and raw materials for agro-processing industries. Nevertheless, agricultural households are vulnerable…
Introduction Land is one of the most productive assets for rural households in developing countries as most smallholder farmers depend on it for their livelihood. Smallholder agriculture is a key…
INTRODUCTION Safe sanitation is fundamental to protecting public health, preventing environmental contamination, and supporting the sustainable management of water resources. Inadequate management of domestic wastewater remains a major source of…
1. Introduction Root and tuber vegetables constitute an important component of Indian horticulture because of their contribution to food security, dietary diversity and agricultural livelihoods. Among these crops, carrot (Daucus…
Introduction For centuries, medicinal plants are widely used in healthcare practices and to manage and treat several diseases [1]. Tribal populations across several countries around the world have been known…