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Journal of Applied Research in Plant Sciences
Cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuV) is a devastating biotic factor that imposed crop productiv... more Cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuV) is a devastating biotic factor that imposed crop productivity a huge loss. To battle this issue this study was assessed in 2019 for the evaluation of the response of leaf extract of miracle tree (Moringa oleifera L.) and potassium (K) nutrition to mitigate the plague of CLCuV disease in cotton variety CRIS-129. Treatments have consisted of the various K dosses Viz., 0, 100, and 150 kg K2SO4 ha-1, and 3% leaf extract of moringa was sprayed at 30, 60, and 90 days after emergence. Results regarding yield components i-e boll weight (g) and seed index (g) were increased by increasing K application and foliar spray of moringa leaf extract but statistically non-significant (p<0.05). However, seed cotton yield and K contents in cotton leaves were significantly increased with all the treatments. The maximum seed cotton yield (2620 kg ha-1) was achieved with 150 kg K2O ha-1 application and it was increased by about 52% over the control treatment. In t...
Sindh University Research Journal, 2017
The research was carried out to investigate the effect of chemical stabilizers on the chemical, m... more The research was carried out to investigate the effect of chemical stabilizers on the chemical, microbial and sensorial quality of mango pulp during storage in the year 2011-12. For this reason, mango fruits (cv. Sindhri) were obtained from orchard near Tandojam and brought to the Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Crop Production, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam. Mango pulp was prepared and distributed into three equal parts (two parts were used for treatments and one for control). During storage (90 days) the pulp was examined for chemical, microbial and sensorial characteristics after an interval of every 15 days. The results revealed that mango pulp treated with KMS (0.35g /500g) showed significantly higher score for pH, TSS, color, taste, texture, flavor, overall acceptability and in TVC comparatively to mango pulp treated with SB (0.35g/500g). It is further determined that samples of mango pulp treated with preservatives (KMS and SB) were obtained mos...
The study was carried out to evaluate the effect of processing treatments on the nutritive compos... more The study was carried out to evaluate the effect of processing treatments on the nutritive composition and consumer acceptance of red and white turnip vegetables during 2016. Fresh turnip samples (red and white) were collected from vegetable markets of Hyderabad and Tandojam. The processed samples were subjected to the sensory analysis and after that packed with proper labelling and preserved into deep freezer at -20± 5 °C for further analysis of essential nutrients, proximate composition and vitamin C contents. The results of the present study revealed that proximate levels of crude protein and crude fiber were significantly high in curry (pulp with green tops) of red turnip. Crude protein (1.01%) was high in fresh red turnip, crude fiber (3.27%) and crude fat (17.77%) was high in curry (pulp) of white turnip. Total carbohydrate (10.29%) was significantly high in curry (pulp) of white turnip. The results of the selected minerals (sodium, potassium, iron, calcium, copper, zinc, mang...
Sindh University Research Journal, 2016
Instant investigation was performed to elucidate the dietetic significance and utilization of non... more Instant investigation was performed to elucidate the dietetic significance and utilization of non-traditional leafy vegetables not commonly consumed viz., Purslane paratha, Mustard Paratha and lamb's quarters. The nutritional values and mineral composition of such vegetable species were also evaluated. Indietetic analysis carbohydrates, fats, moisture , fiber and protein contents respectively were determined. Significant differences were observed in the sensory attributes (taste, aroma, texture and overall acceptability) of nontraditional leafy vegetables.
International Journal of Research, 2014
Thus, it is concluded from the study that samples collected from female farm workers contained th... more Thus, it is concluded from the study that samples collected from female farm workers contained the pesticide residues and the lactating mothers may transfer these pesticides to their offspring’s during pregnancy and lactation. Therefore, there is dire need of Integrated Pest Management and Farmers Field School program to adapt as a part of essential component of Good Agriculture Practices in Pakistan.
The aim of this study was to determine the level of pesticide residues present in bitter gourd an... more The aim of this study was to determine the level of pesticide residues present in bitter gourd and to evaluate the effectiveness of different traditional processing (washing, salting, detergent washing, blanching, sun drying, dehydrating and frying etc.) on the reduction of pesticide residues in the bitter gourd. Bitter gourd was grown on University farm (area about half an acre) through organic farming, without any pesticide spray to serve as control. Two separate plots of bitter gourd (area about half an acre each) were sprayed with bifenthrin and profenofos pesticides belonging to the groups of pyrethroid (SP) and organophosphorus (OP). After 24h, the bitter gourd was harvested, packed in polythene bags, labeled and brought to the laboratory of Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, for traditional processing such as plain washing, peeling, salting, drying, frying. Bifenthrin and profenofos residues were extracted from bitter gourd by s...
Pesticide usage in Pakistan is rapidly increasing and cases of misuse or over-use of pesticides a... more Pesticide usage in Pakistan is rapidly increasing and cases of misuse or over-use of pesticides are simultaneously on the increase. Pesticide use raises a number of environmental concerns, and human and animal health problems. Chilies were grown on farmer field (area of about half acre) through organic farming without pesticide spray to serve as control. Besides, six plots of chilies (area about half acre each) were sprayed with six pesticides, that is, bifenthrin, profenofos, endosulfan, imidacloprid, emamectin benzoate and diafenthiuron separately at recommended doses. The sprayed chilies were harvested next day, packed in polyethylene bags with appropriate labeling and brought to the laboratory of Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam for the treatment of various traditional processing techniques to evaluate their effects. After the application of the treatments, the samples were processed for extraction and cleanup. The samples were th...
Pakistan Journal of Botany, 2018
The purpose of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of nontraditional (i.e. amaran... more The purpose of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of nontraditional (i.e. amaranthus, horse radish tree flowers, lambs quarter and gram leaves) and traditional (Spinach) vegetables in district Mirpurkhas, Sindh-Pakistan. The moisture content (92.66%) was highest in boiled spinach, followed by fresh samples (88.76%) of the same vegetable. The fat and ash content was highest (2.85 and 16.14 %) in thermally dehydrated amaranthus and similarly the carbohydrate content (69.06%) was higher in lambs quarter. The fiber content was higher (13.35%) in shade dried samples of horse radish tree flowers. The interactive effect of processing methods and vegetables revealed the highest mineral content in almost all the vegetables under thermal dehydration treatment over other treatments. There were also significant amounts of vitamins present in selected nontraditional vegetables. The fresh samples of spinach had the highest amount of β-carotene. Among water soluble vitamins, gram leaves had the highest amount of vitamin C and B1 and lambs quarter contained greater amount of Vitamin B2 and B3 in fresh samples. The present study, thus revealed that the nontraditional vegetables are rich source of nutrients and have great potential in providing balanced diet for rural dwellers as well as urban communities in Sindh, Pakistan.
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2017
Onion is a commonly used vegetable in entire world. The onions have been utilized as a main compo... more Onion is a commonly used vegetable in entire world. The onions have been utilized as a main component in many recipes by different cultures for thousands of years. Due to its significant medicinal properties, nutritional and energy value, onions (Allium cepa L.) impart numerous health benefits to consumers. Therefore, a comparative study was conducted to evaluate the effect of various packaging materials (T1= Polyethylene bags, T2= Aluminum foil, T3= Butter paper and T0= without packaging) on physico-chemical characteristics of fried onion.During storageat the Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. The pH value, titratable acidity (%), moisture (%), ash(%) and total carbohydrates were determined. The results indicated that pH value and total carbohydrates content were significantly affected by storage periods (P
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2017
The present research study was aimed at determining the proximate and mineral composition of hors... more The present research study was aimed at determining the proximate and mineral composition of horse radish tree flowers by utilizing standard methodologies. The mean moisture content in fresh, thermally dehydrated, curry, shade dried and boiled fresh /processed samples of horse radish tree flowers was 80.98, 5.40, 68.07, 5.84 and 86.26%, respectively. The vegetable had the highest pH, carbohydrates, total solids, nitrogen free extracts and calorific values in thermally dried samples and crude fiber, ash and protein values were higher in shade dried samples. Whereas, fat and total fatty acids were found higher in curry samples. There was a significant presence of dietary essential micro-nutrients. It was therefore revealed that horse radish tree flowers(Moringa oleifera) when consumed in curry form could also be a good source of nutrients. The inclusion of horse radish tree flowers into the diet could potentially address some of the challenges, such as health benefits, food security a...
Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Jan 12, 2012
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2014
Plant protection agents (more commonly known as pesticides) are widely used in agriculture to inc... more Plant protection agents (more commonly known as pesticides) are widely used in agriculture to increase the yield, improve the quality and extend the storage life of food crops. The study was carried out in order to determine the effectiveness of various traditional processing treatments on reducing the residual load of pesticides from tomato and its products. Results showed that lipid soluble pesticides residues were reduced most effectively in sun-drying (90-97%) followed by frying (91-99%) and thermal dehydration (89-90%). The data further indicated that profenofos residues dislodged more effectively than bifenthrin and endosulfan. The least reduction was noticed in endosulfan residues. Similarly in case of water soluble pesticides, the effect of sun-drying, frying and thermal dehydration on reduction of pesticide residues were within the range of 94-97%, 92-96% and 91-96%, respectively. Maximum reduction was found in emamectin benzoate residues followed by imidacloprid and diafen...
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2014
The present study was conducted on the residual removal of six pesticides (bifenthrin, profenofos... more The present study was conducted on the residual removal of six pesticides (bifenthrin, profenofos, endosulfan, imidacloprid difenthiuron and emamectin benzoate) from brinjal by using various house hold processing methods such as washing, detergent washing, peeling, drying and cooking/frying etc. The data revealed that high amount of all pesticide residues (above MRLs) were present and unfit for human consumption in raw form. From water soluble pesticides diafenthiuron reduced more in blanching as compared with imidacloprid and emamectin benzoate. Frying reduced the residues more effectively, rendering it fit for human consumption. Washing followed by frying reduced the fat soluble residues >70% whereas water soluble pesticide residues >80%. It was concluded that each processing was found to be effective in reduction of pesticides residues.
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The study was conducted to assess the quality of ground water from different Talukas of district ... more The study was conducted to assess the quality of ground water from different Talukas of district Tando Muhammad Khan for drinking and agriculture purpose. Water samples for determining the water quality were collected in one liter polyethylene bags by observing standard sample collection method. It was ensured that sample collection sites must be at least 500 feet away from each other. Physical and chemical parameters of ground and surface water samples such as pH,
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The present research was carried out to investigate the nutritional characteristics of some comme... more The present research was carried out to investigate the nutritional characteristics of some commercial wheat varieties of dry land and wet land grown in Sindh province during 2011-12 at Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Crop Production, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. Four irrigated land (Inqulab, TD-1, Sarsabz and kherman) wheat varieties and four dry land (TK-3, Marvi, PK-85, Sassi) wheat varieties were collected from their respective areas and subjected to chemical analysis.The bio-chemical characteristics of dry land and wet land wheat varieties differed significantly. Chemical analysis indicate that moisture (13.06%), protein (14.83%), dry gluten (9.03%), wet gluten (35.66%), gluten index (73.8%), starch (75.83%) and zeleny (68.66%) contents were recorded higher in wet land wheat varieties than those of dry land wheat varieties with moisture (12.66%), protein (11.9%), dry gluten (8.2%), wet gluten (32.93%), gluten index (64.53%), starch (68.66%) and z...
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
This study was conducted to evaluate factors regulating groundwater quality in an area with agric... more This study was conducted to evaluate factors regulating groundwater quality in an area with agriculture as main use. Water samples for determining the water quality were collected in one liter polyethylene bags by observing standard sample collection method. It was ensured that sample collection sites must be at least 500 feet away from each other. Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR) and Residual Sodium Carbonate (RSC) were determined from the collected water and it was observed that in Tando Muhammad Khan taluka, the Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR) in the samples ranged from 11.06 to 53.29, the highest (53.29) SAR was in UC Tando Saindad, while lowest (11.06) in the sample collected from UC-2 of Tando Muhammad Khan. The Residual Sodium Carbonate (RSC) in 36 collected groundwater samples ranged from 0.61 to 5.15 meq/l, the highest (5.15 meq/l) was in UC Tando Saindad, while lowest (0.61) in the sample collected from UC-3 of Tando Muhammad Khan. It was concluded that the SAR levels of groundwater samples indicated an alarming situation and most of the groundwater samples had SAR (<7.5 meq/l) and RSC (<2.0 meq/l) above permissible limits of WHO for agriculture use therefore, it is not suitable for agriculture as well as drinking.
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The aim of this research study was to determine the physical characteristics of some commercial w... more The aim of this research study was to determine the physical characteristics of some commercial wheat varieties of dry land and wet land grown in Sindh province. Four irrigated land (Inqulab, TD-1, Kherman, and Sarsabz) wheat varieties and four drought tolerant (TK-3, Marvi, PK-85, Sassi) wheat varieties were collected from their respective areas and subjected to physical analysis. The physical characteristics of dry land and wet land wheat varieties differed significantly. It was observed that dry land wheat varieties higher in length (7.29mm) as compared to wet land wheat varieties (7.05mm). Whereas, wet land wheat varieties higher in breadth (4.97mm), thickness(3.86mm), volume (59.7mm 3), geometric mean (10.66mm) and sphericity (1.72%) than those of dry land wheat varieties with breadth (4.15mm), thickness (3.25mm), volume (45.3mm 3), geometric mean (9.34mm) and sphericity (1.35%). It is also observed that TKW (47g) of wet land wheat varieties were higher than those of dry land wheat varieties TKW (40.2g). Moreover, falling number (419sec) were recorded higher in wet land wheat varieties than those of dry land wheat varieties falling number (387sec). While, dry land wheat varieties increased in its hardness (55.3%) than those of wet land wheat varieties hardness (51.3%). This study reveals that availability of water and environmental factors are directly related with the nutritional characteristics of wheat varieties. This study revealed that due to more moisture content in wet land wheat varieties TKW, breadth, thickness, volume, geometric mean, falling number and sphericity were recorded as higher than dry land wheat varieties. However, Length and hardness were observed higher in dry land wheat varieties which resulted in better yield of flour as compared with wet land wheat varieties.
Zhongguo Xinyao Zazhi, 2020
Journal of Applied Research in Plant Sciences
Cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuV) is a devastating biotic factor that imposed crop productiv... more Cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuV) is a devastating biotic factor that imposed crop productivity a huge loss. To battle this issue this study was assessed in 2019 for the evaluation of the response of leaf extract of miracle tree (Moringa oleifera L.) and potassium (K) nutrition to mitigate the plague of CLCuV disease in cotton variety CRIS-129. Treatments have consisted of the various K dosses Viz., 0, 100, and 150 kg K2SO4 ha-1, and 3% leaf extract of moringa was sprayed at 30, 60, and 90 days after emergence. Results regarding yield components i-e boll weight (g) and seed index (g) were increased by increasing K application and foliar spray of moringa leaf extract but statistically non-significant (p<0.05). However, seed cotton yield and K contents in cotton leaves were significantly increased with all the treatments. The maximum seed cotton yield (2620 kg ha-1) was achieved with 150 kg K2O ha-1 application and it was increased by about 52% over the control treatment. In t...
Sindh University Research Journal, 2017
The research was carried out to investigate the effect of chemical stabilizers on the chemical, m... more The research was carried out to investigate the effect of chemical stabilizers on the chemical, microbial and sensorial quality of mango pulp during storage in the year 2011-12. For this reason, mango fruits (cv. Sindhri) were obtained from orchard near Tandojam and brought to the Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Crop Production, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam. Mango pulp was prepared and distributed into three equal parts (two parts were used for treatments and one for control). During storage (90 days) the pulp was examined for chemical, microbial and sensorial characteristics after an interval of every 15 days. The results revealed that mango pulp treated with KMS (0.35g /500g) showed significantly higher score for pH, TSS, color, taste, texture, flavor, overall acceptability and in TVC comparatively to mango pulp treated with SB (0.35g/500g). It is further determined that samples of mango pulp treated with preservatives (KMS and SB) were obtained mos...
The study was carried out to evaluate the effect of processing treatments on the nutritive compos... more The study was carried out to evaluate the effect of processing treatments on the nutritive composition and consumer acceptance of red and white turnip vegetables during 2016. Fresh turnip samples (red and white) were collected from vegetable markets of Hyderabad and Tandojam. The processed samples were subjected to the sensory analysis and after that packed with proper labelling and preserved into deep freezer at -20± 5 °C for further analysis of essential nutrients, proximate composition and vitamin C contents. The results of the present study revealed that proximate levels of crude protein and crude fiber were significantly high in curry (pulp with green tops) of red turnip. Crude protein (1.01%) was high in fresh red turnip, crude fiber (3.27%) and crude fat (17.77%) was high in curry (pulp) of white turnip. Total carbohydrate (10.29%) was significantly high in curry (pulp) of white turnip. The results of the selected minerals (sodium, potassium, iron, calcium, copper, zinc, mang...
Sindh University Research Journal, 2016
Instant investigation was performed to elucidate the dietetic significance and utilization of non... more Instant investigation was performed to elucidate the dietetic significance and utilization of non-traditional leafy vegetables not commonly consumed viz., Purslane paratha, Mustard Paratha and lamb's quarters. The nutritional values and mineral composition of such vegetable species were also evaluated. Indietetic analysis carbohydrates, fats, moisture , fiber and protein contents respectively were determined. Significant differences were observed in the sensory attributes (taste, aroma, texture and overall acceptability) of nontraditional leafy vegetables.
International Journal of Research, 2014
Thus, it is concluded from the study that samples collected from female farm workers contained th... more Thus, it is concluded from the study that samples collected from female farm workers contained the pesticide residues and the lactating mothers may transfer these pesticides to their offspring’s during pregnancy and lactation. Therefore, there is dire need of Integrated Pest Management and Farmers Field School program to adapt as a part of essential component of Good Agriculture Practices in Pakistan.
The aim of this study was to determine the level of pesticide residues present in bitter gourd an... more The aim of this study was to determine the level of pesticide residues present in bitter gourd and to evaluate the effectiveness of different traditional processing (washing, salting, detergent washing, blanching, sun drying, dehydrating and frying etc.) on the reduction of pesticide residues in the bitter gourd. Bitter gourd was grown on University farm (area about half an acre) through organic farming, without any pesticide spray to serve as control. Two separate plots of bitter gourd (area about half an acre each) were sprayed with bifenthrin and profenofos pesticides belonging to the groups of pyrethroid (SP) and organophosphorus (OP). After 24h, the bitter gourd was harvested, packed in polythene bags, labeled and brought to the laboratory of Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, for traditional processing such as plain washing, peeling, salting, drying, frying. Bifenthrin and profenofos residues were extracted from bitter gourd by s...
Pesticide usage in Pakistan is rapidly increasing and cases of misuse or over-use of pesticides a... more Pesticide usage in Pakistan is rapidly increasing and cases of misuse or over-use of pesticides are simultaneously on the increase. Pesticide use raises a number of environmental concerns, and human and animal health problems. Chilies were grown on farmer field (area of about half acre) through organic farming without pesticide spray to serve as control. Besides, six plots of chilies (area about half acre each) were sprayed with six pesticides, that is, bifenthrin, profenofos, endosulfan, imidacloprid, emamectin benzoate and diafenthiuron separately at recommended doses. The sprayed chilies were harvested next day, packed in polyethylene bags with appropriate labeling and brought to the laboratory of Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam for the treatment of various traditional processing techniques to evaluate their effects. After the application of the treatments, the samples were processed for extraction and cleanup. The samples were th...
Pakistan Journal of Botany, 2018
The purpose of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of nontraditional (i.e. amaran... more The purpose of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of nontraditional (i.e. amaranthus, horse radish tree flowers, lambs quarter and gram leaves) and traditional (Spinach) vegetables in district Mirpurkhas, Sindh-Pakistan. The moisture content (92.66%) was highest in boiled spinach, followed by fresh samples (88.76%) of the same vegetable. The fat and ash content was highest (2.85 and 16.14 %) in thermally dehydrated amaranthus and similarly the carbohydrate content (69.06%) was higher in lambs quarter. The fiber content was higher (13.35%) in shade dried samples of horse radish tree flowers. The interactive effect of processing methods and vegetables revealed the highest mineral content in almost all the vegetables under thermal dehydration treatment over other treatments. There were also significant amounts of vitamins present in selected nontraditional vegetables. The fresh samples of spinach had the highest amount of β-carotene. Among water soluble vitamins, gram leaves had the highest amount of vitamin C and B1 and lambs quarter contained greater amount of Vitamin B2 and B3 in fresh samples. The present study, thus revealed that the nontraditional vegetables are rich source of nutrients and have great potential in providing balanced diet for rural dwellers as well as urban communities in Sindh, Pakistan.
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2017
Onion is a commonly used vegetable in entire world. The onions have been utilized as a main compo... more Onion is a commonly used vegetable in entire world. The onions have been utilized as a main component in many recipes by different cultures for thousands of years. Due to its significant medicinal properties, nutritional and energy value, onions (Allium cepa L.) impart numerous health benefits to consumers. Therefore, a comparative study was conducted to evaluate the effect of various packaging materials (T1= Polyethylene bags, T2= Aluminum foil, T3= Butter paper and T0= without packaging) on physico-chemical characteristics of fried onion.During storageat the Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. The pH value, titratable acidity (%), moisture (%), ash(%) and total carbohydrates were determined. The results indicated that pH value and total carbohydrates content were significantly affected by storage periods (P
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2017
The present research study was aimed at determining the proximate and mineral composition of hors... more The present research study was aimed at determining the proximate and mineral composition of horse radish tree flowers by utilizing standard methodologies. The mean moisture content in fresh, thermally dehydrated, curry, shade dried and boiled fresh /processed samples of horse radish tree flowers was 80.98, 5.40, 68.07, 5.84 and 86.26%, respectively. The vegetable had the highest pH, carbohydrates, total solids, nitrogen free extracts and calorific values in thermally dried samples and crude fiber, ash and protein values were higher in shade dried samples. Whereas, fat and total fatty acids were found higher in curry samples. There was a significant presence of dietary essential micro-nutrients. It was therefore revealed that horse radish tree flowers(Moringa oleifera) when consumed in curry form could also be a good source of nutrients. The inclusion of horse radish tree flowers into the diet could potentially address some of the challenges, such as health benefits, food security a...
Journal of Biology and Life Sciences, Jan 12, 2012
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2014
Plant protection agents (more commonly known as pesticides) are widely used in agriculture to inc... more Plant protection agents (more commonly known as pesticides) are widely used in agriculture to increase the yield, improve the quality and extend the storage life of food crops. The study was carried out in order to determine the effectiveness of various traditional processing treatments on reducing the residual load of pesticides from tomato and its products. Results showed that lipid soluble pesticides residues were reduced most effectively in sun-drying (90-97%) followed by frying (91-99%) and thermal dehydration (89-90%). The data further indicated that profenofos residues dislodged more effectively than bifenthrin and endosulfan. The least reduction was noticed in endosulfan residues. Similarly in case of water soluble pesticides, the effect of sun-drying, frying and thermal dehydration on reduction of pesticide residues were within the range of 94-97%, 92-96% and 91-96%, respectively. Maximum reduction was found in emamectin benzoate residues followed by imidacloprid and diafen...
Journal of Basic & Applied Sciences, 2014
The present study was conducted on the residual removal of six pesticides (bifenthrin, profenofos... more The present study was conducted on the residual removal of six pesticides (bifenthrin, profenofos, endosulfan, imidacloprid difenthiuron and emamectin benzoate) from brinjal by using various house hold processing methods such as washing, detergent washing, peeling, drying and cooking/frying etc. The data revealed that high amount of all pesticide residues (above MRLs) were present and unfit for human consumption in raw form. From water soluble pesticides diafenthiuron reduced more in blanching as compared with imidacloprid and emamectin benzoate. Frying reduced the residues more effectively, rendering it fit for human consumption. Washing followed by frying reduced the fat soluble residues >70% whereas water soluble pesticide residues >80%. It was concluded that each processing was found to be effective in reduction of pesticides residues.
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The study was conducted to assess the quality of ground water from different Talukas of district ... more The study was conducted to assess the quality of ground water from different Talukas of district Tando Muhammad Khan for drinking and agriculture purpose. Water samples for determining the water quality were collected in one liter polyethylene bags by observing standard sample collection method. It was ensured that sample collection sites must be at least 500 feet away from each other. Physical and chemical parameters of ground and surface water samples such as pH,
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The present research was carried out to investigate the nutritional characteristics of some comme... more The present research was carried out to investigate the nutritional characteristics of some commercial wheat varieties of dry land and wet land grown in Sindh province during 2011-12 at Institute of Food Sciences and Technology, Faculty of Crop Production, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam. Four irrigated land (Inqulab, TD-1, Sarsabz and kherman) wheat varieties and four dry land (TK-3, Marvi, PK-85, Sassi) wheat varieties were collected from their respective areas and subjected to chemical analysis.The bio-chemical characteristics of dry land and wet land wheat varieties differed significantly. Chemical analysis indicate that moisture (13.06%), protein (14.83%), dry gluten (9.03%), wet gluten (35.66%), gluten index (73.8%), starch (75.83%) and zeleny (68.66%) contents were recorded higher in wet land wheat varieties than those of dry land wheat varieties with moisture (12.66%), protein (11.9%), dry gluten (8.2%), wet gluten (32.93%), gluten index (64.53%), starch (68.66%) and z...
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
This study was conducted to evaluate factors regulating groundwater quality in an area with agric... more This study was conducted to evaluate factors regulating groundwater quality in an area with agriculture as main use. Water samples for determining the water quality were collected in one liter polyethylene bags by observing standard sample collection method. It was ensured that sample collection sites must be at least 500 feet away from each other. Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR) and Residual Sodium Carbonate (RSC) were determined from the collected water and it was observed that in Tando Muhammad Khan taluka, the Sodium Adsorption Ratio (SAR) in the samples ranged from 11.06 to 53.29, the highest (53.29) SAR was in UC Tando Saindad, while lowest (11.06) in the sample collected from UC-2 of Tando Muhammad Khan. The Residual Sodium Carbonate (RSC) in 36 collected groundwater samples ranged from 0.61 to 5.15 meq/l, the highest (5.15 meq/l) was in UC Tando Saindad, while lowest (0.61) in the sample collected from UC-3 of Tando Muhammad Khan. It was concluded that the SAR levels of groundwater samples indicated an alarming situation and most of the groundwater samples had SAR (<7.5 meq/l) and RSC (<2.0 meq/l) above permissible limits of WHO for agriculture use therefore, it is not suitable for agriculture as well as drinking.
Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, 2014
The aim of this research study was to determine the physical characteristics of some commercial w... more The aim of this research study was to determine the physical characteristics of some commercial wheat varieties of dry land and wet land grown in Sindh province. Four irrigated land (Inqulab, TD-1, Kherman, and Sarsabz) wheat varieties and four drought tolerant (TK-3, Marvi, PK-85, Sassi) wheat varieties were collected from their respective areas and subjected to physical analysis. The physical characteristics of dry land and wet land wheat varieties differed significantly. It was observed that dry land wheat varieties higher in length (7.29mm) as compared to wet land wheat varieties (7.05mm). Whereas, wet land wheat varieties higher in breadth (4.97mm), thickness(3.86mm), volume (59.7mm 3), geometric mean (10.66mm) and sphericity (1.72%) than those of dry land wheat varieties with breadth (4.15mm), thickness (3.25mm), volume (45.3mm 3), geometric mean (9.34mm) and sphericity (1.35%). It is also observed that TKW (47g) of wet land wheat varieties were higher than those of dry land wheat varieties TKW (40.2g). Moreover, falling number (419sec) were recorded higher in wet land wheat varieties than those of dry land wheat varieties falling number (387sec). While, dry land wheat varieties increased in its hardness (55.3%) than those of wet land wheat varieties hardness (51.3%). This study reveals that availability of water and environmental factors are directly related with the nutritional characteristics of wheat varieties. This study revealed that due to more moisture content in wet land wheat varieties TKW, breadth, thickness, volume, geometric mean, falling number and sphericity were recorded as higher than dry land wheat varieties. However, Length and hardness were observed higher in dry land wheat varieties which resulted in better yield of flour as compared with wet land wheat varieties.
Zhongguo Xinyao Zazhi, 2020