This chapter addresses the value of different Amaranthus [L.] species that have been
recorded in Nigeria. These are Amaranthus blitum, A. dubius, A. caudatus, A. cruentus, A …

Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is an important crop in arid zones and plays significant
ecological and socio-economic roles. During the last decades, date palm groves were …

Amaranth grain is reputed to have a high nutritional value, and as a plant, be tolerant to
adverse weather conditions. This suggests that grain amaranth could be useful in tackling …

Abstract Introduction Amaranthus cruentus (Amaranthaceae), Ocimum gratissimum
(Lamiaceae), and Solanum macrocarpon (Solanaceae) are leafy vegetables widely used for …

The productivity of sandy tropical soils may be enhanced through the application of
composted organic materials. This study investigates the effects of composted mixtures of …

Organic wastes can be recycled in an ecologically sound way in fishponds by applying
integrated agriculture and aquaculture systems (IAA). This kind of waste recycling can help …

Sustainable agriculture intensification is an urgent challenge in developing countries
including Tanzania. One potential solution is to adopt farming systems that increase farm …

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to produce compost and compare the effect with
other fertilizer types on scent leaf vegetative growth, yield, nutrient contents and heavy metal …

Amaranthus amaranthus contains all the essential nutrients required by the body for healthy
growth. However, poor soil nutrients have hampered the cultivation of amaranthus in …

Occurrences of drought impair the functional efficiency of plant internal tissues responsible
for mineral uptake and assimilate transportation, resulting in poor growth and yield …