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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Variability of Micronutrient Status and Hazard Potential in Soils of Six Mapping Units Within Eastern Part of Kogi State, Nigeria

Authors: Ukabiala, M.E., Uzoh I.M, Kolo J., Ezeaku P.I. and Akamigbo F.O.R.
Micronutrient imbalance in some soils is a major challenge for cultivation of crops. Hence the need to assess their status and variability in agricultural soils. The aim of this research was to...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Effect of Water Depth on Eight Varieties of Rice in Obukiyo, Oju Lga of Benue State, Nigeria

Authors: Ogbu O. J , Usman, J. , Afatar S. and Ojowu J.A
Water depth has been described as one of the most important environmental factors determining the growth and yield of rice. Different rice varieties respond differently to various water levels. Three...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Characterization and Identification of Contemporary Diagnostic (b) Horizons of Some Soils in Ideato North Local Government Area of Imo State Southeastern Nigeria

Authors: Onyekanne, C. F., Uzoh, I. M.,, Ezeaku, P.I. And Akamigbo, F. O. R.
Most soils in Nigeria have not been characterized and classified based on diag- nostic B horizon and identification of diagnostic B horizon is essential in the study of soils. As a result, this study...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Decomposition of Entandrophragma Cylindricum Tree Prunings in Agroforestry System in Onne, Rivers State

Authors: Koyejo, A.O. Koyejo, O.A. Olatidoye, O.R. and Adetunji, A.S.
A study was conducted at Swamp Forest Research Station, Onne, Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, to evaluate the rate of decomposition of E. cylindricum tree prunings. The experiment was a 2x8...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Properties and Sustainable Management of the Inland Wetland Soils for Efficient Rice Production in Southern Guinea Savanna Zone of Nigeria

Authors: O. J. Ogbu, Usman J., Orohu T. O. and Onah J.E.
A pedological study was carried out on some inland wetland soils of Obukiyo, Oju Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria to identify their properties and suggest sustainable management...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Effect of Different pH Levels on Adsorption and Desorption of Pb in Contrasting Parent Materials of South Eastern Agro Climatic Zone of Nigeria.

Authors: Nkwopara, U. N., Onwudike, S.U., Ihem, E.E, Osisi, A.F, Egboka, N.T.
Lead adsorption and desorption at different pH levels in acid soils of diverse par- ent materials were evaluated. The soil samples were collected from soils under- lain by olivine basalt (Ikom),...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Soil Erosion Risk Assessment: a Case Study of the Jos Plateau, Nigeria

Authors: Ayodele Owonubi
Soil erosion is a treat to global food security. The objective of this study was to evaluate factors influencing erosion on the arable lands of the Jos Plateau; and to estimate the extent of soil...
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August 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 2

Dynamics in Physico–chemical Properties of Soils Under Oil Palm Plantations of Different Ages

Authors: Olufemi Adewale Osinuga
This research investigated the changes in the physicochemical properties of soils under oil palm plantations of different ages. Soil surface (0-20 cm) and subsurface (20-40 cm) samples have been...
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April 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 1

Impact of Land Use Types and Soil Depths on Selected Soil Properties in Igboora, Nigeria

Authors: N. O. Olla, P.A. Babajide, W. B. Bello, S. O. Ogunjinmi, A. S. Alabi, O. M. Busari, A. C. Olowofela, and T. N. Hamzat
This study was carried out to evaluate the impacts of land-use types at different sampling depths on some selected soil properties within the Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igboora,...
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April 1, 2021 Volume 31 | Issue 1

Fertility Status of Biakpan Rubber (hevea Brasiliensis) Soils of Cross River State, Nigeria.

Authors: Kekong, M. A.
A study was carried out at Biakpan rubber estate in Cross River State, Nigeria to evaluate the fertility status of the soils. Three profile pits at random points within the estate were sunk...
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