Introduction Global agriculture is increasingly threatened by climate change-induced abiotic stresses, among which heat and drought are considered the most detrimental factors limiting crop productivity. Rising temperatures and erratic rainfall…
Introduction The relationship between diet and human health has become a major focus of scientific research over the last few decades. The increasing global burden of chronic non-communicable diseases, including…
1. Introduction The use of cow urine (CU) has been documented in India for centuries, where it has traditionally been regarded as a substance of therapeutic and agricultural importance. Ancient…
INTRODUCTION The growing scarcity of freshwater resources, exacerbated by increasing anthropogenic demands, has made the utilization of treated wastewater and raw sewage water for agricultural irrigation an increasingly prevalent practice…
1. Introduction Rice ( Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important cereal crops and serves as a staple food for more than half of the world’s population. Increasing…
1. Introduction Global agriculture is facing significant challenges due to population growth, climate change, declining soil fertility, and environmental degradation. The demand for food is increasing rapidly as the world…
INTRODUCTION Meat ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods and is widely regarded as a vital component of the human diet, supporting optimal growth and development. Within animal based foods, poultry…
Introduction Agricultural productivity is continuously threatened by insects, weeds, fungi, bacteria, and other plant pathogens that cause significant crop losses worldwide [1,2]. Conventional chemical pesticides have played an essential role…
. Introduction Agriculture is fundamental to global food production, economic development, and environmental sustainability. However, modern agricultural systems face unprecedented challenges arising from rapid population growth, climate change, declining soil…
Introduction Horticultural crops, particularly fruits, play a crucial role in global food security, human nutrition, and agricultural economies. Fruits are rich sources of essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and dietary fiber,…