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{"title":"A Review on Economic Viability and Challenges in Mushroom Agribusiness in Tamil Nadu, India","authors":"V. N, S. M., K. M, B. N, Rajavel M., D. M.","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38785","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38785","url":null,"abstract":"The global mushroom industry has witnessed significant growth due to rising consumer awareness of mushrooms' nutritional and medicinal benefits. Mushroom farming, appealing for its high-value crop status and low initial investment, has become popular among small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs, especially in developing countries. This trend underscores the potential of mushroom cultivation as a tool for poverty alleviation and rural development. This review examines the economic aspects of mushroom cultivation, focusing on production, productivity, market dynamics, marketing strategies, channels, and price spread. By systematically analyzing existing literature, the study identifies key factors influencing the viability of mushroom farming as an agribusiness. The methodology involves a comprehensive review of peer-reviewed articles, research reports, and books, ensuring a robust analysis. Results indicate that while mushroom cultivation offers significant economic opportunities, it faces challenges such as high initial investment, technical expertise requirements, market volatility, and regulatory compliance. The review provides insights into enhancing profitability and addressing constraints, contributing to the literature on sustainable agribusiness practices and informing future research and policy interventions.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"1 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141808904","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":"An Interoperable Analysis of Building Information Modeling for Structural Design Purposes","authors":"Satinder Kaur Khattra, Ritesh Jain","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38778","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38778","url":null,"abstract":"The main objective of the research was to explore the ways and methods for integration of information in the context of processes based on Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies and to investigate the main issues underlying the inadequate interoperability between applications used for Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) projects with special emphasis on architectural and structural design. For identifying various interoperability issues, different parametric models were created in the chosen software. In the first part of the interoperability experiments of the research, simple self-tests were performed to verify support of software applications for IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) and interpret internal mapping mechanism of these software resulting from exporting of model in IFC format. The information exchange was analyzed using direct link through API and indirect link through open universal standard IFC as it severs the purpose of openBIM. After the comprehensive analysis of data sharing among most commonly used BIM authoring tools in architectural and structural domains, it was realized that interfaces for the exchange differed significantly between the software tools. The results demonstrate that interoperability issues commonly arise, such as the increasing file-size, inconsistent object types, geometric misrepresentation, different colours, loss of properties and relations. Interoperability issues such as data loss and misrepresentation do exist, when software tools import IFC models created by other software tools. The comparative study indicates that BIM workflow is not yet fully competent to fulfill the inter domain information exchange process because many drawbacks. The integration of all the project data from various disciplines enhances coordination, transparency, prevents loss of information, design conflicts, duplication of work resulting in better project management.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":" 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141824794","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":"Media Impact on Aquaponics System Performance: A Comparative Study on Lettuce Crop Parameters","authors":"Arjun Prakash K. V., Suseela P.","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38766","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38766","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: To evaluate the performance of lettuce grown in four different media in a feeder cum operation regulation and ebb and flow siphon arranged aquaponics system and study the effect of media on crop performance. \u0000Study design:  completely randomized design. \u0000Place and Duration of Study: Hi-tech Research and Training Unit (HTR&TU), Instructional Farm (IF), Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara between 16-06-2021 to 26-01-2023 in two seasons \u0000Methodology: The system was set up with 24 media beds with ebb and flow arrangements, a feeder cum operational regulation system, three filter tanks (sedimentation tank, mechanical filter & bio-filter), three fish tanks having 1000L capacity each, a submersible pump, and two aerators. Two hundred genetically improved farmed tilapia (GIFT) fingerlings were grown in the fish tanks. Nutrient-rich water was circulated only from 7 am to 7 pm for 15min at every 1h intervals. The water was allowed to flow into sedimentation tank followed by mechanical filter. The sedimentation tank was designed based on the principle of formation of aggregates at the bottom of the system due to the decrease in the velocity of moving particles. The mechanical filter facilitated a two- step filtering and allowed water into biofilter. The filtered water from biofilter enter the media beds. The automatic feeder cum operational regulation system was developed in order to reduce the energy consumption and to ensure trouble-free operation of the system. The experiment was carried out with four treatments and six replications. The four types of media viz. 20mm gravel (M1), 8-20mm broken tiles (M2), 8-15mm hydroton (M3), and 8-10mm gravel (M4) were filled in the media beds. Two varieties of lettuce, Cherokee RZ and Starfighter RZ were raised in the media beds. Plant height, plant spread and average weight of foliage were observed to compare the crop performance in each media and identify the best-performing media in the aquaponics system. \u0000Results: During the first season of Cherokee RZ in aquaponics system the plants grown in 8-20 mm broken tiles (M2) and 8-10mm gravel (M4) media aided better growth and development than all other medias. The plant height, plant spread and average weight of foliage were recorded to be 28.573cm, 29.173 cm and 264.193g respectively in M2 medium and 28.373cm, 28.973 cm and 254.620g respectively in M4 medium. In the second season of Cherokee RZ also, the observed plant height, plant spread and average weight of foliage in M2 medium were 28.687cm, 29.313 cm and 265.887g respectively which were comparable to that of plants grown in M4 medium. In the trial with Starfighter RZ, M2 media supported highest plant height, plant spread and yield (27.967 cm, 28.553cm and 240.020g respectively) in the first and second seasons (28.073 cm, 28.073 cm and 234.40g respectively). \u0000Conclusion: The 8-15 mm broken tile media was found to be the ideal one supporting better crop performance.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"136 25","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141656510","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":"Farmers’ Knowledge in Improved Maize Production Practices in Katni District of Madhya Pradesh, India","authors":"Shailja Tripathi, D. Bose","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38764","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38764","url":null,"abstract":"The study was conducted in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh where maize as a main crop in kharif season. A total of 120 respondents were selected purposively from 10 villages under Bohariband block where production and productivity is high. Descriptive research design was followed for the present study and data were collected through interview method by using pre-structured interview schedule, appropriate statistical analysis was done to draw the logical conclusions. The study revealed that 48.33 per cent of farmers belonged to middle age group, majority (56.67%) of farmers belonged to low level of land holding i.e. less than 1 ha., majority (55.00%) of farmers belonged to middle family size. The finding also revealed that majority of farmers belongs to 27.50 per cent education i. e illiterate, majority (65.00%) of farmers have agriculture only as an occupation, 49.17 per cent of farmers belongs to low level of income i.e less than Rs. 50,000. The finding also revealed that 55.00 per cent of the farmers had medium level of knowledge towards improved maize production practice followed by 27.50 per cent and 17.50 per cent of the farmers with low and high level of knowledge respectively.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"36 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141665205","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":"An Analysis of Current Scenario and Future Prospects for District Central Cooperative Bank Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India","authors":"B. Dhruw, B.C. Jain, V.K. Choudhary, Rohit Kumar Bhagat, R. Kaushal","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38762","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38762","url":null,"abstract":"In India, cooperative banks play a crucial role in providing financial services to rural and urban areas. Members of these banks, who are usually from the same community or profession, own and run these institutions. The present study intends to analyse the critical evaluation of the cooperative credit sector in India as well as in Raipur. The study examines progress well and highlights the emerging role and challenges of the cooperative sector. The district-level bank representatives were personally visited to gather the data. The primary sources of secondary data will be the DCCBs' published annual reports, journals, audit reports, and office documents. Cooperatives are considered to have immense potential to deliver goods and services in areas where both the state and the private sector have failed.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":" 13","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141671675","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":"Inclusive Business Model in the Sheep Value Chain: A Strategy to Enhance the Sustainability of Livestock Businesses, Indonesia","authors":"J. Marisa, S. Sitepu, Muhammad Fajar","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38754","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38754","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: Analyzing and comparing the inclusiveness of farmers in every value chain through both cooperatives and non-cooperatives, and designing an inclusive business model in the sheep value chain to support business sustainability. \u0000Study Design: The design of this research is quantitative descriptive, using primary and secondary data. The data collection method involves the use of questionnaires through Focus Group Discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews with respondents. \u0000Place and Duration of Study: The research was conducted from November 2023-January 2024 in Sei Bingai District, Langkat Regency. \u0000Methodology: Data analysis uses a methodology link with four analysis tools, namely value chain maps, business canvas models, and principles of new business models. \u0000Results: The inclusive business model in the sheep value chain in Langkat Regency involves cooperatives and non-cooperative operations. Cooperatives facilitate farmers to jointly purchase sheep, obtain capital loans, and export. Whereas non-cooperative farmers can also operate independently through the contract farming model. The application of technology and green economy principles is also considered important to achieve sustainability. The establishment of village-owned enterprises (BUMDes) can also be used to empower farmers and increase village income. This entire model requires cooperation between farmers, the government, and other parties in the supply chain. \u0000Conclusion: The involvement of farmers in the sheep Value Chain in Langkat Regency is crucial to support business continuity. The inclusive business model in the sheep value chain through cooperatives and non-cooperatives requires cooperation between farmers, the government, and other parties in the supply chain to achieve the sustainability of the farmers' business.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"4 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141690943","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 Consumer’s Perception of Ampligo (Syngenta) Insecticide in Barabanki District of Uttar Pradesh, India","authors":"Anand Bihari, M. Maurya, Chirag B. Channe","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38726","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38726","url":null,"abstract":"Insecticides are chemicals used to control insects by killing or preventing them. These chemicals are important in agriculture to protect crops from pests that can reduce yield and quality. Insecticides come in many forms, including sprays, powders, and granules, and can be classified according to their chemical composition, such as organophosphates, pyrethroids, and neonicotinoids. While Insecticides are effective in controlling pests, they pose risks to human health, beneficial insects such as pollinators, and the environment. Overuse can cause pests to develop resistance, making them harder to control over time. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies consider the use of Insecticides in conjunction with other practices such as biological control and crop rotation to minimize adverse impacts during agricultural management. Assessing the benefits and risks of pesticide use is critical to sustainable pest management. This study focused on consumer perception of Ampligo insecticide in Barabanki district of Uttar Pradesh. A sample of 100 respondents was selected from seven selected villages. During the research, it was determined that there were two businesses engaged in amligo marketing in the study area. Among them, most survey respondents prefer Pipeline II in dealing with business owners in the amligo industry, and 21 (21%) farmers prefer to purchase agrochemicals based on quality. Purchasing, about 15 (15%) farmers prefer commercial products, 13 (13%) farmers buy agricultural products as commercial products, about 07 (7%) farmers purchase agricultural products - persuade products through advertising strategies, 6 (6).) farmers get information about the product from their friends, neighbors or other people, and about 4 (4%) farmers like the appeal of the packaging.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":" 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141369376","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":"Deployment of Lean Manufacturing in Palm Oil Mill for Maximum Yield: A Case Study of Leading Palm Oil Producer in Nigeria","authors":"Oba, D. K., Uche, R., Nwufo, O. C., Obiukwu, O. O., Nwankwo E. I., Ekpechi, D. A.","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38715","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i38715","url":null,"abstract":"The deployment of lean manufacturing in the palm oil mill companyaimed at maximizing yield, was thoroughly investigated. The company has been experiencing a decline in palm oil production, adversely affecting productivity and customer satisfaction. The methodology employed for optimization encompassed a comprehensive system description, detailing the case study company's history, operational modalities, production machinery, and system challenges. To gather a holistic understanding of the company's current situation, data was meticulously collected through questionnaires, examination of company records, and other relevant sources. Microsoft excel software was then utilized to analyze the acquired data. The implementation of lean manufacturing tools, such as the fishbone diagram, identification of eight deadly wastesand takt-timeplayed a pivotal role in streamlining operations. In addition, a quantitative model of the supply chain was applied, utilizing critical path method (network analysis) to determine the optimal route. The results derived from the application of lean manufacturing tools and the supply chain quantitative model exhibited a remarkable improvement between (2012-2016) and (2018-2022). The average oil palm extraction increased substantially from 8.67% (2012-2016) to an impressive 30.52% (2018-2022). Furthermore, the management tools led to a significant reduction in machine downtimes, decreasing from an annual average of 5,498.6 hours to 2,472.4 hours. This improvement resulted in a considerable reduction in the annual total average cost of machine maintenance, plummeting from #1,899,578.6 to #261,853.8. The optimization efforts also extended to the supply chain, where selecting Path-2, exhibiting the least total supply time of 11 hours, significantly reduced the cost of supply from an average of #2,168,402 to #1,893,186. Overall, the net revenue of the company witnessed a remarkable surge of 71.99% post-implementation of these management tools. This comprehensive approach not only addressed production challenges but also had a substantial positive impact on the company’s financial performance. The strategic deployment of lean manufacturing emerged as a catalyst for sustainable growth and enhanced operational efficiency.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"42 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141274048","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":"Integrating Machine Availability and Preventive Maintenance to Improve Productive Efficiency in a Manufacturing Industry","authors":"Chidinma E. David, Remy Uche, Olisaemeka Nwufo, Daniel A. Ekpechi, Chukwuemeka C. Kingsley","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i28610","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i28610","url":null,"abstract":"One of the major problems existing in manufacturing industries is low productive efficiency and high frequencies of machine breakdown or downtime. However, equipment maintenance is momentous for improving productive efficiency, methods of integrating preventive maintenance (PM) and Machine availability into improving productive efficiency in manufacturing industries has attracted considerable attention. This work showcased a strategic process improvement plan that can be used to improve production process with low productive efficiency. Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is used as the method for implementation of a successful process improvement. A case study was used to show how a successful implementation of the Lean Six Sigma Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control (DMAIC) approach was implemented, how statistical analysis can be used to identify defects in products, and they were significantly improved. The Study is performed by conducting a qualitative and quantitative analysis using structured questionnaires, surveys, journals with the case a study that boasts of about 600 employees. Investigations showed that an average of 68% contributing to 79% productive efficiency apparently. However, the attempts of the decreasing downtime events and improving efficiency were based on scheduled maintenance checklist plan that is supported by the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) benchmark as an indicator for affirming improvements. The linear regression model highlighted significant relationship between machine availability and productive efficiency. Proposed solutions using statistical analysis focused on sustainability, introducing a measurement model based on DMAIC criteria that demonstrated a significant improvement of 20% in machine availability, 44.3% in quality, 29.9% in productive efficiency and 57.4% OEE of the targeted case study. The research affirmed Lean Six Sigma (LSS) as a sustainable solution for reducing defects for quality issues, and maximizing efficiency in manufacturing industries, hence, emphasizing on resource optimization and continuous improvement in various study variables. Findings shows that Lean Six Sigma (LSS) as a methodology, is a catalyst for positive change, hence, improving machine performance, and customer satisfaction.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"29 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140372705","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":"Performance Evaluation of On-farm Raw Milk Cooling System","authors":"Y. Vekariya, Ankit Deep, Mital R. Kathiriya, Rajashekhar Tellabati","doi":"10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i28606","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56557/ajocr/2024/v9i28606","url":null,"abstract":"This experiment was conducted with an aim to evaluate novel on-farm raw milk cooling system (OFMC). The system consisted of plate cooler, cooling cum storage tank and thermal storage tank. Conventional bulk milk cooling system was considered as control (CMC). The raw milk cooling systems were evaluated for overall heat transfer co-efficient, rate of cooling, coefficient of performance, total energy consumption and total cost of raw milk cooling. Raw milk cooling in OFMC was completed within 30 min whereas CMC took more than 2h to cool raw milk to 4°C. For OFMC, the U value of plate cooler when milk cooled to 4°C was 872.03 W/m2 °C. The average overall heat transfer coefficient of cooling cum storage tank for milk cooling in the evening and morning were 359.0 W/(m2 °C) and 350.2 W/(m2 °C) respectively. The average U value for thermal storage was 121.65 W/m2°C. The COP of the OFMC ranged from 3.97 to 2.36 during day time ice formation and 4.34 to 2.47 during night time ice formation. The average COP of the system was higher during night time compared to day time. When cost of electricity considered at ₹ 9.7 per kWh, cooling cost per litre of milk for OFMC and CMC were ₹ 0.2939 and ₹ 0.3589, respectively. The energy consumed in CMC was higher than the OFMC. Such on-farm raw milk cooling system can be a better option than conventional bulk milk coolers.","PeriodicalId":234702,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Current Research","volume":"108 37","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140380412","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}