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{"title":"Study of the habitat, and potential distribution of Himalayan Ginseng (Panax pseudoginseng Wall.), and the diversity of its associated species in Nangkor and Shingkhar Geogs, Zhemgang, Bhutan","authors":"Tashi Dendup, S. Rai","doi":"10.3126/ije.v11i1.45836","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3126/ije.v11i1.45836","url":null,"abstract":"Panax pseudoginseng Wall. is a highly sought-after medicinal plant in Bhutan, but little is known about its distribution and habitat in the country. Therefore, this study aimed to determine suitable habitat, and potential distribution of P. pseudoginseng, and the diversity of its associated species in Nangkor and Shingkhar Geogs, Zhemgang, Bhutan. A total of 42 plots were laid using a purposive sampling method. Various parameters like slope, aspect, soil nutrients, soil pH, humidity, temperature, and soil water tension were collected. The Spearman’s correlation test indicated that the temperature and canopy cover had negative association with the counts of P. pseudoginseng. The Spearman's correlation test for NPK indicated that Phosphorus had significant difference with the counts of P. pseudoginseng. A total of 1,277 species distributed in 87 genera of 66 families were recorded including the trees, herbs and pteridophytes. Fagaceae was the most dominant family in the study area. Seven types of forest were classified based on the floristic composition of trees.  Potential distribution was obtained using ArcGIS that combined observation data, reclassification and Weighted Overlay. Overall, 95.39% of an area under Zhemgang District is suitable for the growth of P. pseudoginseng.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"72995242","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":"Influence of land-use systems on hydraulic properties of soils in Yenagoa and Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria","authors":"W. Agbai, M.T. Kosuowei","doi":"10.3126/ije.v11i1.45838","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3126/ije.v11i1.45838","url":null,"abstract":"This research aimed to determine the effect of different land-use systems on the matric potential, and hydraulic conductivity of the soils of Yenagoa and Amassoma communities. Soil samples were collected from four respective land-use types namely: Fallow land, Oil Palm Plantation, Plantain Plantation, and Virgin land. A total of 12 samples were bulked from three replicates at each land use type and were collected at depths of 0-15cm, 15-30cm, and 30-45cm respectively. The samples were taken to the laboratory to analyze their physical, chemical, and hydrological properties. The result showed that the different land use had a significant effect (P<0.05) on some soil physical, chemical, and hydraulic characteristics. The different land-use systems had a significant effect on the soil hydraulic conductivity with the highest in virgin (13.6 cm/hr) and lowest in the plantain plantation (7.6 cm/hr). The virgin land recorded the highest Soil Water Holding Capacity (SWHC) of 2.85 cm with a range of 1.55 – 2.85cm and Plant Available Water Capacity (PAWC) of 0.19 cm3cm-3, with a range of 0.10 - 0.19 cm3cm-3, while the plantain plantation recorded the lowest (1.55 cm and 0.10 cm3cm3). Based on the study, it is recommended that soils with high Plant Available Water Capacity (PAWC) and Soil Water Holding Capacity (SWHC) be used to cultivate crops that are non-tolerant to water stress while organic amendments are used on soils with low fertility.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89132735","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":"ACHIEVING SDG 4.6 IN GHANA: COULD A CLOSER MONITORING AND FACILITATION OF\u0000THE 5 KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS FOR NFE BRING SUCCESS?","authors":"S. D. D. Berdie","doi":"10.55921/xtnn5054","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/xtnn5054","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This paper examines the 5 key performance indicators outlined for the NFE sector in Ghana against the possibility of achieving SDG4.6 in Ghana. The paper argues based on a study conducted by the author in 2017, that a key input into quality non-formal education, especially adult literacy delivery, is the quality of facilitation.\u0000Methods –– A qualitative study approach was adopted using documentary analysis to examine past achievements of the Agency and how it prepares its critical functionaries; the facilitators, to effectively deliver in line with the 5 performance indicators.\u0000Findings –– Findings reveal, among others, that lack of funding has affected training, curriculum, and class inputs, whilst irregular supervision, monitoring, and evaluation by the MOE and managers have left facilitators with many challenges.\u0000Conclusion/Recommendation –– The paper recommends, among others, that the reform by the MOE should focus on facilitation-related issues and institutional training for facilitators in the Colleges of Education.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90714667","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":"FORMALIZING ARTISANAL AND SMALL-SCALE GOLD MINING IN GHANA: THE SEARCH\u0000FOR A WORKABLE PATHWAY","authors":"T. Apeanti, J. Ayivor, Adelina Mensah, E. Ayisi","doi":"10.55921//xdce7944","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921//xdce7944","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This paper examines the process of finding an alternative pathway(s) that minimizes the environmental damage and health risks of Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASGM), while enhancing its socio-economic benefits for the country as a whole.\u0000Methods –– The study relied mainly on secondary data sources in\u0000journals, books, legislation and laws as well as policy documents,\u0000and the media reportage.\u0000Findings –– Findings from the study show the need for a tripartite arrangement comprising of a reformed legal and institutional regime underpinning ASGM, a decentralized framework that hinges on community ownership of concessions and operations, supported by government; and active involvement of local assemblies, chiefs and the local people to monitor\u0000operations together with state agencies.\u0000Conclusion/Recommendation –– The study envisages that benefits of formalizing the industry would be achieved with active local participation and strict supervision of mining operations by both national and local actors. This will bring sanity to the industry\u0000and minimize the knee-jerk reactions always used to address the challenges of the sub- sector. It is concluded that, the country stands to gain in both short- and long-terms if the formalization process is done in an inclusive manner.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89558578","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":"Facilitative Supervision: Implementation and Contribution to\u0000Sustainability in Primary Healthcare Provision in the Upper West Region in Ghana,","authors":"F. Sarkpoh, F. Agbenyo","doi":"10.55921/wyai6073","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/wyai6073","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This paper examines how Facilitative Supervision (FS) which focuses on mentoring, joint-problem solving and two-way communication between the supervisor and the supervisee has evolved to play a pivotal role in achieving the Sustainable\u0000Access to basic quality health care is a key development goal (SDG). in the Upper West Region of Ghana.\u0000Methods –– It employed semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and observation to generate primary data to achieve its purpose. Thematic and content-of-voices analyses were adopted for the data analysis.\u0000Findings –– The study revealed improvement in maternal and child health care as facilities recorded high attendance for antenatal and child immunization in the study area. It was also discovered that, FS has helped both supervisors and supervisees become more confident and disciplined than before as they equipped themselves\u0000with latest and updated knowledge in their areas of work.\u0000Conclusion/Recommendation –– The paper recommends that\u0000FS should be adequately resourced and that stakeholders should\u0000improve road conditions and networks leading to and from health\u0000facilities to ease supervision, and organize trainer-of-trainers\u0000capacity building programmes, for adequate number of the\u0000supervisors.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75978773","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":"Women, ICT Usage, and Structural Transformation in Ghana: a Study of\u0000Manya and Yilo Krobo Municipalities","authors":"M. A. Agyepong, G. Yamson, O. A. Baffour, Hammond Kwarteng Oppong, Akosua Agyakomah Mireku","doi":"10.55921/iqst6833","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/iqst6833","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– The study examines women's participation in structural transformation and how ICTs are used in processes that support business enterprise using the current penetration rate of (ICTs) in the Ghanaian economy.\u0000Methods –– A case study approach was adopted to investigate how women have used ICT to chart structural transformation in Ghana within the Manya and Yilo Krobo Municipalities.\u0000Findings –– The study identified that significant challenges confronted women in their quest to use ICT, ranging from the high cost of equipment and data, to a high illiteracy rate, and unstable internet connections, among other things.\u0000Conclusion and Recommendation –– The study's findings revealed that some female educators and entrepreneurs in municipalities had adopted ICT to advance their businesses. It is recommended that the Assemblies should invest in public education initiatives as well as in specific ICT training and capacity building for women.","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75252258","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":"Sensitivity infestation by Cucurbita fly: Dacus ciliatus Loew (Diptera: Tephritidae)\u0000on three different species cucurbits and their control","authors":"M. Ammar, Samia Abozeid","doi":"10.36632/ije/2022.11.1.4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36632/ije/2022.11.1.4","url":null,"abstract":"Experiments were conducted in the experimental Farm of Plant Protection Research Institute, Qaha, Qalubiya governorate under field conditions during two successive seasons (2020 and 2021). The aim of this study Sensitivity infestation by Cucurbita fly: Dacus ciliatus Loew (Diptera: Tephritidae) on three different species cucurbits and their control. The results showed that the population fluctuation of the D. ciliatus infesting on three different species cucurbitae (cucumber, zucchini, and snake melon) fruits highly significant differences Whereas F value = F value in first season = 10.15 ** and L.S.D. = 21.11 individuals/240 fruits, could be divided three groups in first season but in the second season could be divided two groups whereas F value in second season = 14.66 *** L.S.D. = 29.24 individuals/240 fruits. The data indicated that the most affected by infestation species was zucchini showed that high abundant of population fluctuation in 12 nd of May in both seasons. In respect to, Zucchini was susceptible 72.21 (larvae stages) / 240 fruits in the first season but in the second season was highly susceptible with 98.63 (larvae stages) / 240 fruits, respectively. The mean susceptibility degree of the two tested seasons showed highly susceptible with 85.42 (larvae stages) / 240 fruits. Zucchini was showed that, D. ciliatus recorded the highest growth rate (4.24), taking time difference 21 days between initial D. ciliatus number 21 and maximum count 110(larvae stages) / 40 fruits in the first season. Data of the second season was showed the D. ciliatus recorded the highest growth rate 6.76 taking 21 day between the initial pest number No (12 (larvae stages) / 40 fruits and maximum count Nt (154 (larvae stages) / 40 fruits. Data showed when using different treatments Penny 9% (Emamectin benzoate 1.5%+Indoxacarb 7.5%), Sinodor WG70% (Imidacloprid 70%) and Betavant SC14.5% (Indoxacarb 14.5%) have a highly significant effect on decreasing D. ciliatus population infesting zucchini growth. The plant extract and nanoparticles treatments have effect on D. ciliatus population whereas decreased mean number of pests the most efficiency method compared to control (without treatment).","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83543329","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":"Enhancement of quality of polypropylene by optimisation of injection moulding parameters with genetic algorithm","authors":"D. Kumar, G. S. Dangayach, P. N. Rao","doi":"10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042796","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042796","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78372811","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":"Wind speed trend analysis along the Indian coast for 40 years","authors":"B. A. Srinivas, S. S. Kachhwaha, G. Nagababu","doi":"10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042037","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042037","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84276224","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":"Study on physico-chemical treatment of effluents from biomass gasifier power generation system","authors":"S. Vahora, S. Narnaware","doi":"10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042794","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1504/ijesd.2022.10042794","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":14042,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81892495","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}