International Journal of Agriculture, Environment and Sustainability

Ethnomedicinal Plants Used By “Ho” Tribes for Child-Birth in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand, India

Dara Singh Gupta — 2024-09-22

West Singhbhum district extends from 21058’ & 230 36’ N Lati tude 850 0’ & 86 054’ E Longitude with total area 5290.89 sq. km and the district is bounded on the North by the district of Khunti, on the East by Seraikella-Kharsawan district, on the South by Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj and Sundergarh districts of Odisha and on the Weast by the district of Simdega and Sundergarh (Odisha). The major rivers are Koel, Karo-Koina, Sanjal, Roro, Deo and Baitarani. There are several water falls, marshy lands, swamps and forests which have a plenty of ethno medicinal plants. There are many tribal people inhabitants in these areas. Munda, Birhor, Puran, Oraon, Ho, Santhal, Majhi and Kol are main tribal people. Out of these Ho is larger population in number. The “Ho” tribe used different types of ethno medicinal plants for childbirth period. There are nearly more than fifteen big & small forest regions numerous which should be used for development of the area and plantation of different medicinal plants as well as other economic plants. I addition to “Ho” tribe, others tribal people also used to ethnomedicinal practices for childbirth at West Singhbhum district is discussed. This may be an indication of a direct relationship between the chemicals present in the plant and its reported use for the ailments in the childbirth periods. There is a need for further investigati ons on these ethno medicinal plants. Eff orts should be made for their conservati on and their cultivati on and encouraged to the local people for the conservation of these medicinal plants. The awareness programme also helpful for saving the plants. These medicinal plants are very inexpensive & no side effect for the usages. So, many tribal people as well as local people use these medicinal plants during childbirth period at West Singhbhum district. The botanical names (Lati n), family and vernacular names and plant part used along with usage are enumerated.

Flight for Balance: Dragonfl ies as Guardians in Agricultural Bio-control Agent

Shahbaz Husain — 2024-10-20

Dragonflies play a crucial role in pest management as bio control agents due to their voracious appetite for insects. The eff ectiveness of dragonfl ies in controlling pest populations in agricultural ecosystems.
The study investigates their predatory behaviour, focusing on their ability to target specific pests while minimizing harm to beneficial organisms.
Additionally, the ecological impact and sustainability of integrating dragonflies into pest management strategies are examined. Results suggest that harnessing the natural predatory instincts of dragonflies holds promise for environmentally friendly and economically viable bio control methods.

Processing Techniques for Effi cient Food and Biofuel Production

Noopur Khare — 2024-10-25

Given the rising needs on the world stage for food and clean energy, the relationship between food production and biofuels is becoming more and more important. This abstract examines state-of-the-art processing methods intended to maximize the productivity of systems that produce food and biofuel. The review highlights the importance of sustainable practices and explores creative solutions that cross the fields of bioengineering and agriculture. The investigation starts out by going into detail on sensor technology and data analytics used in precision agriculture, which allow for real-time crop growth management and monitoring. The overview goes into detail about developments in crop breeding and genetic engineering as well as how resilient, high-yielding cultivars have been created to thrive in a variety of environmental conditions. The abstract then shifts to the generation of biofuels, outlining innovative techniques for biomass conversion with a focus on enzymatic and microbiological processes that maximize biofuel yields while reducing environmental effect. It also explores the possibilities of circular bioeconomy models, which efficiently recycle food production waste as feedstock for biofuels. By utilizing cutti ng-edge processing methods, we can create a resilient and sustainable future that ensures food security for all people while fulfilling the world’s growing energy needs in an environmentally responsible way.

Leveraging Data in Precision Agriculture: A Review of Key Applications and Technologies

Khushboo Upadhyay — 2024-09-22

Precision agriculture, also known as site-specific crop management (SSCM), is a farming management concept that uses data-driven technologies to monitor and optimize agricultural practices. By leveraging advanced tools such as GPS, drones, remote sensing, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, farmers can collect vast amounts of data related to soil health, crop growth, weather patterns, and resource use. Effecti ve data handling is key to translating this information into actionable insights that improve productivity, reduce environmental impact, and ensure sustainability. This review explores the current technologies, methodologies, and challenges associated with precision agriculture and the role of data handling in enabling its potential.

GA 3 mediated mechanism of HLB mitigation in citrus

Abeer Ali — 2024-10-25

Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening, poses a significant threat to the global citrus industry. The disease, spread by the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP), causes severe symptoms in citrus plants, leading to substantial yield losses and tree mortality. Gibberellic acid (GA3) has emerged as a promising tool for mitigating HLB-induced stress in citrus plants. In HLB-infected trees, GA3 plays a crucial role in countering both biotic stresses. GA3 modulates systemic acquired resistance (SAR) by upregulating genes involved in plant immune responses. It also enhances cuticle formation and integrity, promoting better growth and reduced disease severity. By degrading DELLA proteins, GA3 shifts the plant’s balance towards growth over defence, thus improving the overall health and productivity of citrus plants affected by HLB. These findings suggest that GA3 not only aids in stress tolerance but also acts as an immunoregulator, highlighting its potential in sustainable citrus management against HLB.