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Physiographic Modulation of Compost-induced Biochemical Responses, Nutrient Uptake and Vegetative Growth of Okra Under Contrasting Soil Moisture Conditions

This study demonstrates that in tropical savanna soils, landscape position significantly modulates the effectiveness of poultry-manure compost on okra growth by influencing soil moisture levels, which in turn drive variations in redox potential, enzyme activities, and nutrient uptake.

James Ukwumonu Yahaya, Oluyemisi Bolajoko Fawole, Kareem Isiaka, Femi Emmanuel Oni, Hammed Alabi Olasupo, Damilola Abiga (…)2026-07-24
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Combined effects of paclobutrazol and photoperiod extension on winter flowering and off season fruit production in lime (Citrus aurantifolia)

This two-year field study demonstrates that the combined application of paclobutrazol and extended photoperiod significantly enhances winter flowering and off-season fruit yield in lime (Citrus aurantifolia) by suppressing vegetative growth while boosting reproductive performance and fruit quality under subtropical conditions.

Md Zubair Al Islam, Mohammad Joyel Sarkar, Sourav Adhikary, Mohammad Ashiqur Rahman2026-07-24
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Using UAV-LiDAR for stem volume phenotyping in the genetic selection of radiata pine

This study demonstrates that UAV-LiDAR-derived metrics, particularly 3D convex hull surface area and tree height, serve as highly heritable and scalable proxies for stem volume that can effectively accelerate genetic gain in radiata pine breeding programs while reducing reliance on labor-intensive field measurements.

Joane Simone Elleouet, Sadeepa Jayathunga, Natalie G Graham, Mark F Paget, Jaroslav Klápště, Robin J.L. Hartley2026-07-24
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A Validated Multi-Factor Laboratory Platform for Quantitative Fungicide Screening Against Moniliophthora Roreri, the Causal Agent of Frosty Pod Rot in Cacao

This study validates a statistically robust, reproducible multi-factor laboratory platform for the quantitative screening of fungicides against *Moniliophthora roreri*, demonstrating its ability to resolve complex treatment responses and offering a scalable pre-field strategy to standardize fungicide evaluation for frosty pod rot in cacao.

Diana M. Cortes-Mera, Daniela Burgos-Toro, Ludger A. Wessjohann, Juan Pablo Gil, Miguel Fernández-Niño2026-07-24
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Integrated Profiling of the Nutritional Composition, Phytochemical Attributes, and Antioxidant Capacity of Tropical Nymphaea Accessions

This study evaluates the nutritional composition, phytochemical attributes, and antioxidant capacity of 13 tropical Nymphaea accessions, identifying NY5 as the superior accession and establishing crude protein, amino acids, phenolics, and flavonoids as key determinants of antioxidant potential to guide future germplasm characterization.

Lingyun Long, Qiuwei Huang, Liyan Mao, Beimi Cui, Xiaohui Nong, Guozhen Huang2026-07-24
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Physicochemical and Rheological properties of fortified cocoa milk containing prebiotic lactulose and stevia for individuals with Dysphagia

This study demonstrates that a cocoa milk beverage fortified with lactulose and stevia, thickened with 0.10% carrageenan and maltodextrin, successfully achieves the required rheological properties for dysphagia management (IDDSI Levels 0–2) while maintaining temperature stability, shelf-life safety, and high sensory acceptance.

Zahra Beheshti, Negar Rahdar, Mehdi Farhoodi, Ali Ebrahimi Pure, Ali Nasirpour2026-07-24