Agriculture

Effects of weed control practices and fertilizer types on the growth and yield of bell pepper (capsicum annum L.) in Nsukka, Nigeria

Submitted by Agha Inya on
EfD Authors:
Amuji Felix, Chinedu

The study examined the effect of weed control practices and different fertilizer sources for the optimum growth and yield of bell pepper. The study was conducted at the teaching farm of the Department of Crop Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. The sample for the study were weed control practices comprising black polyethylene mulch, un-weeded plot, and manual weeding with hoe at 2-week intervals and different fertilizer types comprising cow dung, pig dung, and poultry manure at 20 t/ha, respectively; NPK fertilizer at 150 kg/ha; and no fertilizer (control).

Peer Reviewed
Agriculture

Essays on Agricultural Productivity and Climate Resilience in Ethiopia: Insights into Conservation Practices, Public Works, and Land Cover Change

Submitted by Petra Hansson on
EfD Authors:
Akuma, Gemeda Olani

Abstract

This dissertation explores the interconnected dynamics of agricultural productivity, climate resilience, and sustainable land management in rural Ethiopia. It evaluates the effects of targeted conservation information on productivity, examines the role of public works in resource conservation and labor engagement, and analyzes the impact of land cover changes on agricultural output.

Thesis PHD
Agriculture, Climate Change, Conservation, Experiments, Land, Water
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