@article { author = {Salwau, M. I. M}, title = {Evaluation of Some New Rice Genotypes under Irrigation Intervals at Different Two Locations}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {1-6}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109776}, abstract = {Four field experiments were conducted at the Experiment and Research Center, Fac. Agric., Moshtohor, Benha Univ., Kalubia Governorate and Rice Research and Training Center, Sakha, Kafrelsheikh Governorate, Egypt in the two successive seasons 2011 and 2012 to study the performance of five new genotypes of rice under three irrigation intervals on yield and yield attributes. The most important results obtained from this study can be summarized as follows: The highest values were recorded under irrigation intervals of 3 days, followed by irrigation every 6 days, however, the extra of the studied traits increasing irrigation intervals to 9 days significantly reduced the obtained characters values for all of the studied characters in both seasons under the two locations. Results showed that irrigation each 3 days allover the growing season gave reasonable production compared with irrigation every 6 and 9 days. The GZ7576 genotype was of the earliest heading compared with the other rice genotypes in both seasons. While, Sakha106 genotype gave the highest values of root length, No. of panicles hill-1, No. of panicles m-2, panicle length, No. of grains panical-1, grain index and grain yield fed-1 in the both seasons at two locations. Significant interaction effect for irrigation intervals and rice genotypes was obtained for No. of panicles m-2 in the first season and heading date, No. of panicles hill-1, panicle length, No. of grains panical-1 and grain index in the second season at Moshtohor location. While, No. of panicles hill-1 in the both seasons and No. of panicles m-2and grain yield fed-1 in the first season were significantly affect by the interaction between irrigation intervals and rice genotypes at Kafrelshiekh location. Generally, irrigation every 3 days under Sakha 106 genotype treatment recorded the highest values for the studied traits in both seasons at two locations.}, keywords = {rice,genotypes,Irrigation intervals,yield and its components}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109776.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109776_a6a12c2f7af735576445a071cf83f916.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Combining ability for yield and yield components in some kenaf (hibiscus cannabinus l.) Genotypes}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {7-16}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109778}, abstract = {This study was conducted with the objective of estimating combining ability and gene action for yield and yield components in kenaf. In 2013 season, the six parents {P1(Giza 3), P2(New Indian), P3(S.108/9), P4(S.29/45), P5 (S. 40) and P6 (S.11)} were crossed in a diallel mating design excluding reciprocals to obtain 15 F1 crosses at Giza Agric Res. Sta. of. Res. Center. In 2014 season, the six parents and their 15 F1,s progenies were evaluated in a randomized complete block design with three replications at Ismailia Agric. Res. Station Farm, Ismailia Governorate, Egypt. The ratio of general to specific combining ability variances for green stalk weight per plant and related characters, revealed that the inheritance of these traits was mainly controlled by additive gene effects. Therefore, selection could be possible within these F2 and subsequent populations for these characters. While, stem diameter showed that the non-additive effects were more important than additive effects. P3 exhibited significant positive GCA effects for green weight and most of its components; P4 for two important components of fiber weight (technical stem length, and fiber length), indicating that the use of these parents (P3, P4) in kenaf breeding programs could increase green weight and consequent increasing fiber yield. Concerning, seed weight/plant, results indicated that P2 (New Indian) showed significant positive ĝi values. Therefore, this parent appeared as best combiner for seed weight. Out of eight crosses exhibiting significant and positive SCA effects for fiber weight/plant, five crosses (P1´P2, P1´P6, P2´P3, P4´P5 and P4´P6) involved two parents of high x low  GCA effects with exception of cross (P1´P3)that involving high x high GCA effects. Also, the cross (P1´P3) involved high x high general combiner parents for green stalk weight/plant. Only one cross (P2´P4) involved high x high GCA effects for all seed characters (seed weight/plant, no. of capsules/plant, no. of seeds/capsule and fruiting zone length). Therefore, this cross (P1´P3) is suitable in breeding program for increasing the previous characters. Phenotypic and genotypic correlation coefficients among twelve traits indicate that, green weight, fiber percentage, plant height and technical stem length are the major components contributing to fiber weight per plant in kenaf. Therefore, selection for these traits would improve the fiber yield in kenaf.}, keywords = {Kenaf,diallel analysis,Combining ability,gene action,correlation}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109778.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109778_9a73fea507fee156dffd0a985403b602.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Evaluation of new maize single and three way crosses for earliness and grain yield over three locations}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {17-24}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109780}, abstract = {New 17 yellow inbred lines of maize were mated to the two early testers; inbred line SK11 and SC173 at Sakha Agricultural Research Station in 2012 growing season. The resulting 17 single crosses, 17 three way crosses and two commercial hybrids SC162 and TWC352 were evaluated at three locations i.e. Sakha, Nubaria and Sids stations in 2013 growing season. Data were collected for days to 50% silking, plant height and grain yield. Analysis of variance revealed the mean squares due to locations (Loc.), crosses (Cr.) and Cr x Loc. interaction were highly significant for all of studied traits. Mean square due to lines (L) , tester (T), L x T and their interaction with locations were significant or highly significant for all traits. The additive gene effects were most responsible for controlling the inheritance of all traits except for grain yield. The best parental inbred lines which showed desirable GCA effects were SK5056/52 for earliness, SK5062/55 for plant height and SK5038/41 for grain yield. Tester SC173 was the best combiner for all traits except   grain yield, SCSK5038/41 x SK11, TWCSK5066/58 x SC173 which were stable for grain yield, outyield and earliness than checks. These two crosses were selected for advanced testing in maize breeding program as early maturing crosses and of high yielding ability.}, keywords = {Combining ability,earliness,yellow maize,genotype x location interaction}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109780.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109780_02bb44b479063931acb5cd31de7b9a80.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Peroxidase enzymes of Pleurotus sapidus, production and characterization}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {25-32}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109783}, abstract = {This work focused on the production and characterization of peroxidase enzymes (lignin peroxidase (LiP), manganese peroxidase (MnP) and versatile peroxidase (VP)) from Pleurotus sapidus in the submerged cultivation. Among four tested media, basal medium containing 1% rice straw was the best for maximum peroxidases secretion by P. sapidus. Wheat straw was the most suitable carbon source for the production of peroxidases. Concentration of 15 g/L of wheat straw was the most suitable for maximum production of LiP and MnP. While, VP showed maximum productivity at 20 g/L of wheat straw. Maximum specific activities of LiP and MnP enzymes were at 2g/L of yeast extract. While, concentration of 2.5 g/L of yeast extract gave the highest secretion of VP by P. sapidus. The highest specific activities of LiP and VP were obtained after 12 days of incubation. While, MnP reached the maximum specific activity after 3 days of incubation. The optimum temperature for LiP and VP specific activities was 60°C. In addition, MnP showed its optimum temperature at 50°C. Concerning the optimum pH, LiP reached the maximum activity at pH3. Moreover, pH 5 and pH3.5 were the optimum for the activity of MnP and VP, respectively.}, keywords = {Pleurotus sapidus,Lignin peroxidase,manganese peroxidase and versatile peroxidase}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109783.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109783_746dbf41816ff6df2b2c468c50e80173.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Effect of Some Antioxidants, Potassium and Arbuscular Mycorrhiza on Growth, Yield and Quality of Snap Bean Plants Grown Under Water Stress Levels}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {33-48}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109784}, abstract = {Two field experiments were carried out at the Experimental Farm Station of the Faculty of Agriculture Moshtohor, Benha University, Kalubia Governorate, Egypt, during 2012 and 2013 summer seasons. Drip irrigation system was used to apply the levels of water stress in the experiment. This experiment was conducted to study the effect of foliar application with ascorbic acid (200, 400 mg/L), putrescine (10, 20 mg/L) and potassium citrate (250, 500 mg/L) and adding mycorrhiza as well as two levels of water stress (50 and 35% of ETo and 100% of ETo as control) on some growth characters, yield and quality of snap bean plants cv. Bronco. The experiments were laid out in split plot design with three replications. The obtained results showed that water stress levels and applied treatments have significant effect on growth characteristics and yield of snap bean plants. The obtained results indicated that increasing water stress levels to 50% and 35% of ETo of water requirements caused significant decrease in all growth and yield characteristics (i.e., plant height, number of leaves, leaf area /plant  and shoots fresh and dry weight as well as number and weights of green pods per plant and total pods yield per feddan. The same trend was obtained in photosynthetic pigments (chlorophyll a, b and carotenoids), minerals (N, P and k) and protein content in green pods of snap bean plants. Data also indicated that the application of ascorbic acid at (400 mg/L), putrescine (20 mg/L), potassium citrate (500 mg/L) and mycorrhiza gave the highest significant increase of the studied growth and yield characteristics as well as photosynthetic pigments (chlorophyll a, b and carotenoids), minerals and protein in green pods. At the highest water stress level (35% of ETo); Plants treated with putrescine (20 mg/L), ascorbic acid (400 mg/L) followed by potassium citrate (500 mg/L) and mycorrhiza , respectively gave the highest values of the previously mentioned growth characters, green pod yield/plant and chemical composition of green pods in the two growing seasons.                 Generally, it could be concluded that applied antioxidants, potassium and mycorrhiza alleviated the harmful effects of high water stress levels on growth and yield of snap bean plants. So, foliar application with ascorbic acid, putrescine and potassium as well as adding mycorrhiza could be recommend in snap bean cultivation under normal and water stress conditions.}, keywords = {Snap bean,Phaseolus vulgaris L,Water stress,antioxidants,ascorbic acid,putrescine,potassium citrate,arbscular mycorrhiza (AM)}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109784.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109784_9c1af7e6babcff87ddeb582c86444511.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Biological and histopathological evaluation of rice bran oil on hypercholesterolemic rats}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {49-61}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109786}, abstract = {The present study was performed to estimate the chemical composition of rice bran and extracted rice bran oil (RBO). Also, physico-chemical parameters and fatty acid composition of RBO were evaluated. In addition, the biological effects of bioactive substances from rice bran oil as additives to the diets at different levels (i.e 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30%) on lipid profile, liver and kidney functions and histopathological findings of hypercholesterolemic rats. From the obtained results, it could be noticed that the rice bran  contains (on dry weight  basis) 11.18% moisture,  45.56% total carbohydrate,  11.40% protein, 18.36% total lipid,  6.31% crude  fiber and 7.21%  ash. The iodine value for the rice bran oil extracted in this study was found to be 102 g I2/ 100 g oil extracted, the saponification value was found to be 180 mg KOH/g. Acid value was 0.6 mg KOH/g, the refractive index was found to be 1.471. From the obtained results, it could be noticed that the rice bran oil extracted is dominated by the high percentage of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) than its saturated counterparts (42.74% oleic acid and 30.81% linoleic acid). On the other hand, triglycerides, serum total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and VLDL-cholesterol of the experimental rats were significantly decreased in all hypercholesterolemic rats fed diets containing different levels of rice bran oil extracted compared with the hypercholesterolemic group. Aspartate transferase (AST) and alanine transferase (ALT) of rats fed diets containing different levels of rice bran oil extracted were significantly lower as compared with rats fed hypercholesterolemic diet. Serum total protein and albumin for hypercholesterolemic rats fed different levels of rice bran oil were significantly higher than those for rats fed hypercholesterolemic diet. On the other hand, the histopathological findings indicated that the addition of rice bran oil at the different above levels to the rats containing cholesterol had slight effect on the microscopical lesions induced by feeding on high cholesterol diet. Finally, from the obtained results and histopathological examination, it could be concluded that the addition of rice bran oil might improve the liver and kidney functions in hypercholesterolemic rats.}, keywords = {}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109786.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109786_c81aeb118639d3674849895ab5b1f6b8.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Effect of Antioxidants of Ginger on Blood Lipids of Rats}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {63-68}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109789}, abstract = {Effect of antioxidant of ginger (ZingiberOfficinale) on blood lipids of rats was studied. Forty adult male albino rats weighing from 180 to 190 gwere divided into five groups each of them was eight rats. The experiment was, the first one for three weeks and the second at six weeks.In the first period the normal control group was fed on basal diet, while the other four groups were fed on hyperlipidemic diets supplemented with 0.5,1.5% and 1.5 dried ginger respectively.  Results indicated that chemical composition values of ginger were as follows: protein (9.0%) ,ash (7.0%), fiber (3.0%), fat (3.4%) and carbohydrates(67.9%), while total phonic compounds (11.3± 1.6 mg tannic acid / g dry mater ; total flavonoids (1.4± 0.11 mg quercetin/g) and total flavonols (1.1 ± 0.09 mg /g quercetin dry mater). There were significant differences between organs weight and also relative organs weight of rats (liver, kidney, spleen and heart) comparing with untreated group (G2). Significant reduction in plasma levels of total lipids, triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL-c and VLD-c of rats fed on dried ginger as comparing with (G2). Liver functions (AST, ALT and ALP activities) of rats which fed on ginger were improved as comparing with (G2). Kidney functions results (Serum urea, urea, uric acid and creatinine) showed no significant differences between (G2) and groups other of rats.}, keywords = {Ginger,Antioxidant activity,blood lipids,hyperlipidemic diets,phyto chemicals}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109789.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109789_b951f92c4beedbb985d392a9959e7407.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Preparation and evaluation of free gluten bakery products by using germinated quinoa.}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {69-87}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109791}, abstract = {The aim of this study is to enhance gluten-free bakery products by using germinated quinoa in order to create the best suitable product with baked and sensory characteristics similar to those of wheat flour for celiac disease. The rice flour which usually used in such baked was replaced by using, germinated quinoa flour at replacement levels (25, 50 and 75%) with using mixture of potato puree, corn starch a constant level of formula compared to the control sample for production gluten-free bakery products (i.e. date bars pies, cracker and biscuit).All produced products were evaluated chemically, organolyptically, physically and economically. The obtained data showed that by increasing the substation levels of germinated quinoa in gluten-free bakery products formulas were increase the protein, fat, ash, dietary fiber , minerals content (i.e., Iron, zinc, calcium , magnesium , potassium, cupper and phosphors) ,vitamins contents( i.e., Thiamin B1, Riboflavin B2, Foliate B9, A and E). This must be due to the higher contents of these components in germinated quinoa flour compared to the used rice flour with mixture of potato puree and corn starch. On the other hand a slight decrease occurred in the content of carbohydrates and calories in previous bakery products compared with the control. Gluten free date bars pies and biscuit had acceptance (very good) at substitution levels 25 and 50 %, while at 75% had less acceptance (good). Cracker had acceptance (very good) at substitution level 75%. Physical evaluation showed that, specific volume slight decreased by increasing substitution levels of germinated quinoa flour in all gluten-free bakery products. All previous products showed a slight increase in the values ​​of both the moisture and weight compared with the control. All the previous types of bakery products supplemented with germinated quinoa flour were the highest in contribute of most of Recommended Dietary Allowances for protein, dietary fiber, mineral (i.e., iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, potassium, cupper and phosphors) and vitamins for children and adults. The cost was increased with rate0.33 to 21.18%. The result of this study recommended the integration of germinated quinoa flour with rice flour for the manufacturing of high nutritional value of gluten-free bakery product for celiac disease.}, keywords = {gluten-free bakery products,germinated quinoa flour,Rice flour,potato puree,corn starch}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109791.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109791_b5c649c241a1796b1d328f4239e6b7ea.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Assessment of Genetic Variability among Some Rabbit Breeds Using Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA Technique (RAPD)}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {89-97}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109793}, abstract = {Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) marker was employed to assess the genetic variation and phylogenetic relationship among four rabbit breeds viz.  New Zealand White, Gabali, Baladi Red and Baladi Black reared in Egypt. Initially, a total of 14 random primers of arbitrary sequence were used but 10 of them generated reproducible, scoreable and polymorphic bands.  Out  of  131 bands  scored  using  these  primers,  74(56.48%)  were  recognized  as Polymorphic and 57 (43.52%) as monomorphic bands. The highest percentage of polymorphic bands was recognized for primers OPB-02 (94%) and OPB-07 (92%). While,  the  lowest  percentage  of  polymorphic  bands  was  recognized  for primers OPA-02(16%)  and  OPF-12  (28%).  The  band  sharing  frequencies  (BSF)  was  found  higher  between Baladi Red -Baladi Black (0.80± 0.038   ) , followed by Gabali - Baladi Black  (0.71±0.079  ),  New Zealand White- Baladi Black  (0.70±0.096   ), New Zealand Whit- Baladi Red (0.69±0.088  )and the least BSF was found between New Zealand Whit- Gabali (0.64±0.081 )  .  Overall,  there  was  no  significant  difference  (P>0.05)  in  BSF  values  between  breeds.  The highest genetic distance was found between Baladi Red -Baladi Black (0.87) followed by Gabali, Baladi Red (0.86), Gabali, Baladi Black(0.82), New Zealand White, Gabali (0.80), New Zealand White,Baladi Red (0.75) and the lowest genetic distance was found between New Zealand White,Baladi Black(0.73). One primer (OPA-20)  in Gabali ,  two  primers(OPA-02,OPB-14) in Baladi Red, three primers (OPA-02,OPB-14, OPA-20) in New Zealand White and Baladi Black were found to be specific for these breeds. The study suggests that RAPD can be successfully utilized for detecting genetic variation among the studied rabbit breeds.}, keywords = {Rabbit,breed,RAPD markers,Genetic diversity,phylogenetic,BSF (Band sharing frequency)}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109793.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109793_3b5dcd74c311bfd5a6221609ad42f9f2.pdf} } @article { author = {Mikhail, Emad Girgis}, title = {Behaviour of some olive accessions resulting from an olive improvement program}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {99-114}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109795}, abstract = {The olive (Olea europaea) is one of the most important oleaginous crops of the Mediterranean basin. Increased demand for olive oil creates a need for new olive varieties to help meet the requirements of the global market. Rapid technological changes in olive growing have increased interest in breeding programs and new cultivars. A breeding program aimed at selecting new dual purpose (i.e. oil and table olive) cultivars, began in Egypt in 1994. A three successive years evolution (2011, 2012 and 2013) was conducted on progenies resulted from crosses between (Koronaki x Hamed), (Manzanello x Hamed) (Picual x Hamed) and (Arbquine x Hamed). The progenies have been analyzed for some tree growth traits, growth, blooming, fruiting, fruit quality and rootability. The obtained data, concluded that some valuable selections have resulted from this study progenies No. 73, 91 and 100 for table olive, whereas progenies No. 42, 47, 71, 89 and 98 for oil besides, progenies No. 57 and 59 for dual purpose. Thereupon, it is preferable to propagate all the best selected progenies and planted in three locations, in order to evaluate their performance (i.e., tree growth, yield, fruit characteristics, oil content and  oil compositions in fatty acids) in different geographical areas. It remains necessary to study quantities and qualitative traits of olive production in more detail, for the most interesting selections.}, keywords = {olive,Progenies,Table olive,Oil olive,Cross breeding,Aggizi,Chemlali,Kalamata,Koroneiki}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109795.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109795_e4ba4a819b7b8f139f43ca974af2341e.pdf} } @article { author = {}, title = {Response of Azadirachta indica (Neem) seedlings to biofertilizer compared to mineral nutrition}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {115-122}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109797}, abstract = {Growth of Azadirachta indica (Neem) transplants was stimulated by inoculation with Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR). Results showed that significant increases in the vegetative growth, biomass and chemical constituents per seedling were observed in the seedlings inoculated with mixture of Azospirillum brasilense, Azotobacter chrococcum and Bacillus polymixa (PGPR), andreceived half dose from mineral nutrients (NPK). This treatment gave higher parameters, the percentages of increases as a result of using PGPR with half dose from mineral nutrition as compared to full dose, were 25, 22, 44, 21and 40% for plant height, stem diameter, root length, fresh and dry weight per seedling over the seedling which received full doses of mineral nutrition. It can be also concluded that the previous treatment (PGPR and half mineral fertilizer) exceeded the growth parameters by 75, 43, 47, 86 and 101% respectively over control.  Also, the above treatment gave the highest values of NPK up take, total carbohydrate and chlorophyll content.These results suggest that the growth promoting substances provided byPGPRmay enhance the growth of Azadirachta indica seedlings and consequently produce healthy seedling in short time.}, keywords = {Azadirachta indica,PGPR,Azospirillum brasilense,Azotobacter chrococcum and Bacillus polymixa}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109797.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109797_35bd1552aa75f6c85e0120912d2eab93.pdf} } @article { author = {OSMAN, IBRAHIM M. S.}, title = {Agronomic and qualitative evaluation of some olive selections derived from a breeding program}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {123-138}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109799}, abstract = {A breeding olive program has been established in 1994 at Egypt by crossing between local and foreign cultivars for selection and evaluation to get new genotypes for table, oil, or dual purpose varieties. Future work is planned to evaluate the adaptation of the most promising selection to different environments. During three successive years (2011-2013) progenies from crosses between cvs. (Leccio x Toffahi), (Coratina x Toffahi), (Toffahi x Arbiquine) and (Arbiquine x Toffahi) were evaluated. The progenies have been analyzed for some tree growth traits (shoot length, shoot thickness, number of nodes/shoot, internodes length, leaf traits (average number of leaves/shoot, leaf surface area, leaf shape), flowering-entity (flowering time, the length of inflorescence, number of total flowers/ inflorescence, number of perfect flowers/inflorescence, number of staminate flowers/ inflorescence, sex ratio, and fruit set/m), drupe traits (tree yield, fruit shape, fruit weight, seed weight, flesh weight, flesh/seed, moisture and oil content (oil percent in fresh weight and oil percent in dry weight) and rooting capability. From the obtained data, it can be concluded that some valuable selections have been resulted. Such progenies were No. 51, 62, and 63 for table olive; progenies No 36, 49, 109 and 121 for oil and No. 34, 35, 108, 110 and 111 for dual purpose. Furthermore, selected progenies were propagated and planted in three locations, to evaluate their performance in different geographical areas. Performance included i.e., tree growth, yield, fruit characteristics, oil content and oil compositions in fatty acids. There comes the necessity to study quantities and qualitative traits of olive production for the most important selections.}, keywords = {olive,Progenies,Table olive,Oil olive,Cross breeding,Leccio,Coratina,Toffahi,Arbiquine}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109799.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109799_6af4c94e66d7dc8e3d1dc5043b312bf1.pdf} } @article { author = {Abo-Sedera, F. A.}, title = {The Utilize of Vermicomposting Outputs in Substrate Culture for Producing Snap Bean}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {139-151}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109801}, abstract = {The need for increasing the agricultural area to secure food production and the sustainability under the climate change impacts and current conditions of Egypt, especially the shortage of available water and soil were the driving forces for developing ecology substrate culture via using vermicomposting outputs. The study was carried out at Central Laboratory for Agricultural Climate (CLAC), Giza, Egypt under unheated double span plastic house during two successive autumn seasons of 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 for investigating the effect of vermicompost as substrate amendment mixed with perlite or sand in different proportions 0, 10, 20 and 30 % of substrate combined with three sources of nutrient solutions (compost tea, vermi-liquid and chemical) on the growth and yield of snap bean cv. Alhamma in split plot design with four replicates. Data revealed that increasing vermicompost rate from 0 to 20 % had positive significant effects on vegetative growth, yield and quality of snap bean pods while increasing the rate up to 30 % had no subsequent effect. Sand + vermicompost (80: 20 v/v) followed by perlite + vermicompost (80: 20 v/v) recorded the highest results of the vegetative growth characteristics during the two successive seasons compared to other treatments. The highest values of early and total yield / m2 were recorded by sand + vermicompost (80: 20 v/v) 1494 and 6947 g / m2 during the first season, respectively. In addition, it recorded the highest early yield on the second season (1552 g / m2). While treatment of sand + vermicompost (70: 30 v/v) recorded the highest total yield (7035 g/ m2). Otherwise, obtained results of the effect of nutrient solution sources indicated that the chemical nutrient solution recorded the highest vegetative growth traits and yield characteristics. Perlite + vermicompost (70: 30 v/v) combined with chemical nutrient solution had the highest results of early (1605) and total yield (7734) (g / m2). The study supports the use of vermicompost as substrate amendment and compost tea and vermi-liquid as a source of nutrient solution in ecology soilless production of snap bean plants. The environmental impacts of vermicomposting could create sustainable source of organic substrate and fertilizer besides mitigating CO2 emission.}, keywords = {vermicompost,vermi-liquid,compost tea,Nutrient solution,substrate culture,perlite,sand,Vegetative growth,Yield and Snap Bean}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109801.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109801_07ff4737833b2a817f48d175c30ed2d7.pdf} } @article { author = {Abo-Sedera, F.A}, title = {Effect of plant density and some safety compounds on growth and productivity of green snap bean}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {153-164}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109803}, abstract = {Two field experiments were conducted during the two successive seasons of 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 at the Experimental Farm, Kaha station, Kalubia Governorate to study the effect of using four plant densities (5 cm,7.5 cm apart on one side of the irrigation line,10 and 15cm apart on two sides of the irrigation line) and five safety materials, i.e. amino more, yeast extract, oligo-x and salicylic acid in addition to the control   as foliar spray on snap bean plants and the effect of that on vegetative growth, green pods yield and physical as well as chemical pod characters of cv. Poulista. The results indicated that, plant density 7.5 cm on one side of ridge (22plant/m2 ) and sprayed with yeast extract, amino more or oligo-x, respectively, gave the highest values of all measured vegetative growthparameters (plant length, number of branches and leaves/plant, fresh and dry weight of plant), pod number/plant and pod yield/plant except plant length and stem diameter in both growing seasons. Moreover, planting at5 cm on one side of ridge (33plant/m2 ) and sprayed with yeast extract in the first season  and amino more in the second one were the best treatments for pod yield/fed. It is obvious that plant density15 cm on two sides of ridge and spraying plants with yeast extract, amino more or oligo-x, respectively increased the values of all chemical properties but didn’t reach to 5% level of significance except N%, protein% in the second season.          Generally, it can be recommend by using plant density 5cm on one side (33plant/ m2) or 7.5 cm on one side (22plant/m2) and foliar spray by yeast extract, amino more followed by oligo-x to obtain the highest green pod yield with best quality.}, keywords = {Snap bean,plant density,yeast,Amino acids,seaweed and salicylic acid}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109803.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109803_4fdb32b7f2ddcd70f856d4d93de9d5e2.pdf} } @article { author = {El-Sayed, S.F.}, title = {Effect of different rootstocks on plant growth, yield and quality of watermelon}, journal = {Annals of Agricultural Science, Moshtohor}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, pages = {165-175}, year = {2015}, publisher = {Benha University; Faculty of Agriculture}, issn = {1110-0419}, eissn = {2974-4830}, doi = {10.21608/assjm.2015.109805}, abstract = {This study was conducted in the experimental farm of Sakata Seed Company, located in Ismalia Governorate, Egypt in 2012 and 2013. Watermelon [Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum and Nakai] cultivar Aswan F1 was grafted onto 5 different rootstocks, namely, 6001, Squash 3, Kazako,  Emphasis and Argentario. The ungrafted Aswan watermelon cultivar was used as the control. Plants were grown in sandy soil under open field conditions. The results showed that while survival rate was low (64%) in control, it ranged from 82.0% to 100% in grafted plants. Grafted plants showed more vigorous vegetative growth than the control plants. When the soil was heavily infected with soil borne diseases, in the first season, the control plants had 7.987 ton/fed yield, while all types of rootstocks produced 30–127 % higher yield than the control. When the soil was free from soil borne diseases, in the second season, the control plants had 16.178 ton/fed yield, while grafted plants produced 9–13 % higher yield than the control. In contrast, Kazako rootstock had 12% less yield than the control. This could be attributed to incomplete compatibility of Kazako rootstock. Length and diameter of fruit and rend of fruit were positively influenced by grafting in the first year, while TSS% was significantly reduced by grafting in the second season. The study showed the importance of using grafting in heavily infected with soil borne diseases and importance of choosing the rootstocks that positively influence plant growth as well as yield and quality of scion fruit for the commercial use of grafting in watermelon fields.}, keywords = {grafting,survival rate,plant growth,yield,Watermelon}, url = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109805.html}, eprint = {https://assjm.journals.ekb.eg/article_109805_23c934eaef68224993f8cdc374ac62eb.pdf} }