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{"title":"Pesticides and Biopesticides Use in Market Gardening in Ouagadouou, Burkina Faso","authors":"Lassané Ouédraogo, Souleymane Compaoré, Patrice Bazongo, Martin Kiendrebeogo","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364238","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364238","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to identify the pesticides and biopesticides used in market gardening in the outskirts of Ouagadougou in order to raise awareness among producers and populations. A semi-structured survey was conducted among 96 market gardeners on the use of pesticides and biopesticides in market garden production. Descriptive analysis was performed using GraphPad Prism 6 software. GC/MS analysis was performed to search for pesticide residues on the two most widely grown vegetables according to the survey results. The chemical compounds were studied using the WILLEY-CH 1992, NIST 2004 and PEST database libraries. According to this study, men represented 54.17% and women 45.83% of market gardening activity. The main crops encountered in the sites were lettuce (17%), cabbage (15%), eggplant (12%), onion (11%) and tomato (10%). Twenty-eight (28) pesticides were identified; two (2) were very dangerous, of which 18 were moderately dangerous, seven were less dangerous and one product was not classified according to the WHO classification. Nine (09) families of pesticides have been identified; the most important was pyrethroid (30%). More than half of market gardeners did not respect the dose prescribed (57%) on the labels. A large number of market gardeners (70%) respected the persistence time. The results also indicate eight biopesticide formulations and two complex formulations identified. No hazardous pesticides were detected in the two most widely grown vegetables, lettuce and cabbage.
 Market gardening on the outskirts of cities requires constant monitoring and supervision to reduce health and environmental risks.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"51 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136208607","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Technological Tools in Facilitating Cryptocurrency Tax Compliance: An Exploration of Software and Platforms Supporting Individual and Business Adherence to Tax Norms","authors":"Samuel Oladiipo Olabanji","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364239","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364239","url":null,"abstract":"This paper delves into the role of technological tools in bolstering cryptocurrency tax compliance for individuals and businesses, addressing the challenges posed by the decentralized and anonymous nature of cryptocurrencies. The investigation revolves around the necessity and effectiveness of software and platforms like CoinTracker, CryptoTrader.Tax, and TokenTax, which aid in monitoring, reporting, and ensuring compliance with tax norms. These tools exemplify the innovation required to reconcile the discrepancy between decentralized cryptocurrencies and centralized tax compliance, mitigating legal risks. Moreover, the inherent characteristics of blockchain technology, including its immutability and transparency, coupled with smart contracts, revolutionize tax compliance by creating tamper-proof transaction records and automating tax calculations and payments. Nevertheless, the implementation of these technologies raises concerns regarding data privacy and security, necessitating robust legal and ethical frameworks. Additionally, the evolving cryptocurrency market, characterized by developments like DeFi, NFTs, and novel blockchain protocols, demands continual adaptation and innovation from these technological tools. Countries with favorable tax environments for cryptocurrencies, such as Germany, Singapore, and Switzerland, are also explored. The paper concludes with comprehensive recommendations for implementing a robust model for taxing cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the significance of employing blockchain analysis software, comprehensive tax software, Artificial Intelligence, APIs, cloud computing, and educational platforms. These tools, integrated meticulously, ensure accuracy, efficiency, and foster a knowledgeable environment, thereby facilitating adherence to tax norms in the rapidly expanding cryptocurrency domain.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136209430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Thermal Performance of Green Roofs in Dry Climate Regions of Mexico through Simulation with Energyplus and Openstudio Tools","authors":"Gerardo Ashrael Álvarez Narváez, Jaime Moisés Horta Rangel, Miguel Ángel Pérez Lara y Hernandez, Juan Bosco Hernández Zaragoza, María Luz Pérez Rea, Enrique Rico García, Teresa López Lara, Eduardo Rojas Gonzalez","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364237","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i364237","url":null,"abstract":"Place and Duration of Study: Faculty of Engineering, Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, January 2022 to May 2023.
 Green roofs are often used as an aesthetic resource by architecture, since they help to generate artificial green areas in densely populated urban areas, thanks to the fact that they occupy small spaces. This type of system has the quality that it also serves as a passive thermal insulation system. The majority of built green roofs are based on an extensive system, which is characterized by its low maintenance demand and low cost, as it has a shallow substrate and grass-based vegetation. However, in order to exploit the full potential of this system, the optimal parameters for each region must be studied, since the climatological characteristics of the place will directly affect its operation. Through the applied methodology, a base model configured in relation to a system previously established in the Autonomous University of Queretaro (UAQ) was obtained. With the model generated, the relationship between the thickness of the substrate and the decrease in internal temperature was studied, and differences of 5°C were obtained with respect to the external temperature.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135094246","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Do phosphogypsum combined with Organic Amendments improve Rice Growth in a Saline Environment?","authors":"Yves Paterne Sagna, Sire Diedhiou, Arfang Ousmane Kemo Goudiaby, Yaya Diatta, Mariama Dalanda Diallo, Ibrahima Ndoye, Saliou Fall","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354236","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354236","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of organo-mineral amendments on rice growth under saline stress conditions.&#x0D; Study Design: A 3x8 factorial block design was adopted, with 3 concentration levels: 0, 1.94 and 3.88 g/l NaCl and 8 different amendments: control, phosphogypsum (Phos), compost (C), biochar (B), Phos+C, Phos+B, B+C and Phos+B+C. This system was repeated 3 times in 3 blocks. Organics amendments were applied at a rate of 5 kg/m² and 0,2 kg/m² for phosphogypsum.&#x0D; Place and Duration of Study: The trial was conducted from April to June 2021 on the farm of the Agroforestry Department of the Assane SECK University of Ziguinchor, located at 12°32 - 88' N, 16°17 - 23' W, in the Ziguinchor region.&#x0D; Methodology: After two months of cultivation under semi-controlled conditions, growth parameters were measured. In fact, the survival rate is obtained by counting the number of plants that have survived, and the height of the plants is determined using a graduated ruler. The number of tillers was obtained by counting the number of branches and the diameter using a caliper at the base of the crown. Root and above-ground biomass were determined by weighing the plants after 72 hours of oven-drying at 70°C.&#x0D; Results: For the amended treatments, plant survival rate was 100% compared with unamended controls, where plant survival decreased with increasing salinity, with rate of 96, 80 and 70% corresponding to 0; 1,94 and 3,88 g/l NaCl respectively. The number of tillers, crown diameter and above-ground and root biomass of the plants were significantly higher (pr < 0,001) for compost amendments alone (C) and those combined with compost: B+C, Phos+C, Phos+B+C, regardless of the salinity level.&#x0D; Conclusion: The combined use of organic and chemical amendments could enable farmers to restore salinity-affected soils and improve rice growth.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"121 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135141181","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Phytochemical Analysis, Antifungal and Antibacterial Screening of Aegle marmelos: A Guyana Floral Extract","authors":"Brij Bhushan Tewari, Subramanian Gomatinayagam","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354235","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354235","url":null,"abstract":"The plant material, leaves of Aegle marmelos were collected from Cove and John Ashram, Georgetown, Guyana. Leaves are dried in oven at 50-55 ºC for 72 h. The moisture content is calculated. The dried leaves were grounded and extracted in each acetone, ethanol and methanol solvents. Extracts were collected and evaporation of solvent was done on rotavapour. The antimicrobial and antifungal activity of leaf extract were examined by well diffusion, poison plate, paper disc plate and streak plate methods. In Aegle marmelos leaves extract studies, maximum and minimum antimicrobial potential was observed for methanol and acetone solvents, respectively. Antimicrobial potential of leave extract were also found to be maximum and minimum in Candida albicans and Escherichia coli, respectively in most assay studies. The phyto constituents, tannins, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, phenol, steroids and phytosteroids were found to present in methanol leave extract of Aegle marmelos. Present study is focus on phytochemical analysis, antifungal and antibacterial screening of Aegle marmelos leaves extracts.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135253622","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"To Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Dyslexia among Selected Primary School Teachers in Aurangabad City","authors":"Donit John, Pratibha Arun Chandekar","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354233","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354233","url":null,"abstract":"Statement: To evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude regarding Dyslexia among selected Primary School Teachers in Aurangabad City. Research Objectives: 1. To assess the existing knowledge score regarding dyslexia among primary school teachers. 2. To assess the existing attitude score regarding dyslexia among primary school teachers.3. To correlate the knowledge and attitude among primary school teachers before the administration of structured teaching programme regarding dyslexia. 4. To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and attitude regarding dyslexia among primary school teachers. 5. To find-out the association between post-test knowledge score with their selected demographic variables. 6. To find-out the association between post-test attitude score with their selected demographic variables.&#x0D; Research Hypothesis: H01-There is no significant difference between mean pre-test and post-test knowledge score of primary school teachers. H1- There is a significant difference between mean pre-test and post-test knowledge score of primary school teachers. H02- There is no significant difference between mean pre-test and post-test attitude score of primary school teachers. H2- There is a significant difference between mean pre-test and post-test attitude score of primary school teachers. H03- There is no significant correlation between knowledge and attitude of primary school teachers before the administration of a structured teaching programme. H3- There is a significant correlation between knowledge and attitude of primary school teachers before the administration of a structured teaching programme. H04- There is no significant association between post-test knowledge score with their selected demographic variables of primary school teachers. H4- There is a significant association between post-test knowledge score with their selected demographic variables. H05- There is no significant association between post-test attitude score with their selected demographic variables. H5- There is a significant association between post-test attitude score with their selected demographic variables.&#x0D; Research Methodology: Evaluatory research approach was used with pre-experimental one Group Pre-test post-test among 250 primary school teachers in selected primary schools in Aurangabad city by non- Probability purposive sampling technique for data collection.&#x0D; Results: In concern with age, 60(24%) of the teachers had age 26-30 years, 110(44%) of them had age 31-35 years and 80(32%) of them had age above 36 years. There were no teachers from the age group of 20-25. In regards to gender, 120(48%) of them were males and130 (52%) of them were females. In concern with Professional qualification, 60(24%) of them were TTC, 100(40%) of them had B.Ed. And 90(36%) of them had M.Ed. There were no teachers have an additional degree. In regard with years of experience, 20(8%) of them ha","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135253614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Soil Fertility Evaluation of Some Kola Plantations in Kwara and Kogi States, Nigeria for Enhanced Productivity","authors":"O. S. Ibiremo, N. Taiwo, C. I. Iloyanomon, M. O. Ogunlade, O. Fagbami","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354234","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354234","url":null,"abstract":"This study was carried out to assess the soil fertility condition of some selected kola plantations in Kwara and Kogi States. Ten core soil samples at 0-20cm and 20-40cm depth were randomly collected in each plantation using soil auger and bulked into composite samples to obtain representative soil samples. The soil samples were air dried, sieved through 2mm sieve and some physical and chemical properties were determined following standard laboratory procedures. Thesoil texture of the plantations studied in Kwara and Kogi States were either loamy sand or sandy soils. Soil organic carbon contents of both states were lower than the critical value of 30.00g/kg soil considered to be optimum and ideal for tree crop plantation. This indicates that there has been a great loss of organic matter from the soil reflecting the sandy texture of the plantations. The low organic matter content and slightly acidic soil could affect major nutrients availability and may result in nutrient imbalance. Nitrogen content of some of the location studied were low, this could be because sandy soil under high rainfall are prone to N deficiency which may have affected N leaf content as well, this makes N fertilizer application necessary because N is needed for vegetative growth and profitable yields. Available P and exchangeable cation (Mg and Ca) were found adequate for most of the plantations. The kola leaf N contents were below critical levels of 1.09% recommended for kola.Variation in soil nutrient content of top soil and sub soil of some of the plantation shows that an adequate fertilizer management system specifically directed to address the need of the soil is required.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135253612","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Design and Performance Evaluation of a Mini Tractor Mounted Clod Crusher","authors":"K. P. Jishna, M. N. Gajera, V. R. Vagadia, P. P. Gajjar","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354232","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i354232","url":null,"abstract":"Clod formation following ploughing or disking is a major concern in India’s arid and semi-arid zones. Clod prevents seed - soil close contact and restrict the penetration of furrow openers used in the seed drilling. At present, the majority of the farmers in our country practice a small and marginal land system. Small-scale farmers can purchase small tractors, but smaller tillage implements suitable for mini tractors are not available in the market. To overcome the current problems in seedbed preparation, a mini tractor mounted clod crusher was developed. The developed implement was tested on the field and the data were analyzed statistically with ANOVA tests using computer software. The results showed that, overall best performance of the machine in terms of clod MMD, fuel consumption and field efficiency were found to be 9.25 mm, 7.696 l/h and 84.72 % at the forward speed of 3.0- 3.5 km/h with the dead weight of 100 kg respectively.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134943824","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Application of Computer-aided Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Food Industry","authors":"Gyan Prakash, Rajesh Kumar Mishra, Pukhraj Meena, Devendra Pandey, Virendra Kumar Pandey","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i344230","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i344230","url":null,"abstract":"The incorporation of Computer-aided artificial intelligence (AI) into the food business has signaled the beginning of a new age of innovation and transformation. This review paper digs into the different applications of artificial intelligence in the food industry. AI is altering operations, increasing efficiency and transforming customer experiences in industries ranging from agriculture to food processing, manufacturing, supply chain management, delivery services and restaurants. The report delves into how AI is being used for precision farming, quality monitoring, supply chain optimization, individualized consumer interactions and other applications. While highlighting the advantages, the analysis also addresses problems such as financial constraints, a scarcity of experienced specialists and regional differences in adoption. It emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between AI and human knowledge, emphasizing that AI supplements human functions rather than replacing them. The report finishes by emphasizing AI's potential to move the food business toward greater sustainability, efficiency and consumer happiness.","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"60 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135481367","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of Seed Treatment with Bio Fertilizers on Germination Plant Height and Total Biomass of Annual Moringa (Moringa oleifera L.)","authors":"None Murali M., Antony Joseph Raj, Afaq Majid Wani","doi":"10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i344229","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2023/v42i344229","url":null,"abstract":"This research study aimed to investigate the effects of different biofertilizer seed treatments on the germination, plant height, and biomass of annual Moringa (Moringa oleifera L.) over a period of two years. The biofertilizers used in the study included Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Blue Green Algae, Phosphobacteria, and Vesicular - Arbuscular Mycorrhiza. The results showed that all biofertilizer treatments exhibited higher germination percentages compared to the control group in both the first and second years of the study. Among the treatments, Vesicular - Arbuscular Mycorrhiza showed the highest germination percentage, with values of 94.67% in the first year and 89.4% in the second year. The plant height of the Moringa plants was measured at various time points during both years. The biofertilizer treatments consistently resulted in taller plants compared to the control group. the Vesicular - Arbuscular Mycorrhiza treatment showed the highest plant heights in both years and in pooled. with 17.267 cm at 30 DAS, 23.067 cm at 60 DAS, 32.332 cm at 90 DAS, 43.317 cm at 120 DAS, 54.135 cm at 150 DAS, and 63.282 cm at 180 DAS. The biomass of the Moringa plants was also measured at different time points. The results indicated that the biofertilizer treatments significantly increased the biomass compared to the control group. Vesicular - Arbuscular Mycorrhiza treatment also showed high biomass values in both years, with 1.04 g at 60 DAS, 6.91 g at 120 DAS, and 14.08 g at 180 DAS. Overall, the findings of this study demonstrate the positive effects of biofertilizer seed treatments on the germination, plant height, and biomass of annual Moringa. These biofertilizers can be considered as effective tools for enhancing the growth and productivity of Moringa plants, which have significant nutritional and medicinal value. Further research is warranted to explore the underlying mechanisms of these biofertilizers and their potential applications in sustainable agriculture","PeriodicalId":10730,"journal":{"name":"Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology","volume":"74 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135481013","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}