SCIENCE
Implementation of Information Communication Technologies and Machine Learning in Tanzania for Precise Agriculture: A Review
Ghaniya Rashid, Paulraj Prabhakaran
Precision agriculture is needed possibly in the future to increase the quality of products from agriculture and services. Information Communication Technology (ICTs)-based and Machine Learning (ML) applications are to be used to cut costs and improve trade
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 244-251
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Use of multistage phytoremediation technique in wastewater treatment
Lucy Wanjohi, Lizzy Mwamburi, Shem Mwasi, Doreen Meso, Job Isaboke
Efficient treatment of wastewater before discharge into aquatic ecosystems is a requirement to prevent the detrimental effect of polluting the environment and safeguard public health. Adoption of green technology in wastewater treatment is paramount
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 252-263
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Prediction of growth pattern of marshal chicken using three regression model
Lamidi Oladejo, Ojedapo, Oluwadamilare David, Ifanegan, Blessing Abiola, Oyetoro, Durotoluwa Ojesanmi
This study aims to investigate the prediction of growth pattern of Marshall Chicken using regression model. A total of 300 day-old chick of birds comprised of males and females were procured from a reputable farm in Ibadan, Oyo state
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 264-269
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Modeling the influence of deteriorative factors on shelf-life of yellow cashew juice on natural storage
Ugwu Kenneth Chikwado, Okonkwo Wilfred Ifeanyi
There is an inevitable decline in quality value of ascorbic acid in storage and distribution of cashew apple juice. The quality value and optimum shelf life of yellow sample of cashew apple juice were determined and the quality value model based on the deteriorative factors was developed
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 270-284
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Climate Change, Ecology and Management of Tropical Floodplain Lakes: A review
Nwinyimagu, Amaechi Joshua
The dreadful condition of the environment and the frequent occurrence of natural disasters have been a central concern in the policy debate over climate change. More challenging is the capacity of man and the entire system to avoid, alleviate and recuperate from the climatic hazards.
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 285-292
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Effect of cinnamon powder on growth performance characteristics of cockerel chickens
Adedeji OS, Oyetoro BA, Adewole TA, Ifanegan OD
The goal of the study was to look at the growth characteristics of cockerel chicks given different amounts of cinnamon powder. The study used a total of 150 day old Isa Brown strain birds, which were randomly assigned to five treatments of 30 birds each, with three replicates of 10 birds per replica
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 293-298
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Phytotoxicity assessment of the effects of unused and spent engine oil on the germination and seedling growth of Zea Mays L
Akpan EN, Edem CA
The effects of unused and used engine oil on the germination and seedling growth of Zea mays L. were studied for phytotoxicity. Thirty poly bags containing 3kg of loamy soil were filled, with 24 bags containing varied amounts of spent and unused engine oil and 6 bags serving as controls
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 299-309
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Climate Parameters and Particulate Matter (PM2.5): Implication for Air Quality Index of Port Harcourt, Minna and Maiduguri of Nigeria
Dangana K, Nwaerema P, Fred-Nwagwu WF
This study, climate parameters and Particulate Matter (PM2.5) and their implications to Air Quality Index (AQI) of Port Harcourt, Minna and Maiduguri of Nigeria has revealed the pattern of climatic variables and the pollution characteristics of the three cities in Nigeria.
Discovery, 2022, 58(316), 310-317
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Evaluating the Performance of 50mm Accumulated Rainfall Threshold for the Determination of the Start of Wet Season over Selected Stations, Ethiopia
Tarekegn Abera
Reliable information on the start of the wet season is perceived by agricultural community as an essential part of agricultural monitoring tool. Timely information on the onset date can prominently reduce the risk of planting and sowing too late or too early
