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Challenges of Rural Landscape Mosaic and Beautification in Oku, North West Region of Cameroon
Godwill Tobouah Nyanchi,
Kiming Ignatius Ngala,
Nyuyki Bernard Bodzemo,
Akoni Innocent Ngwainbi,
George Ngek Diom
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
1-7
Received:
18 November 2019
Accepted:
11 December 2019
Published:
17 April 2020
Abstract: Rural landscapes are predisposed to a wide range of challenges and changes. These changes modify and transform rural setting rendering them desirable for habitation. Backed by a montane forest rich in biodiversity and other resources, the locale is blessed to possess a volcanic crater lake of exceptional beauty and attraction. The objective of this study is to appreciate the challenges of landscape assortment and beautification of a typical rural setting. Over the years, the rate of countryside transformation is on the rise. The primary method of information collection on the subject under study focused on first hand data from rural inhabitants. Questionnaires were administered residents of the study area. The questionnaires focused on ways of transformation of the rural area, duration, materials used and sources. The open and close ended question technique was adopted. Direct field observation and numerous visits to the study area were undertaken. Results obtained revealed the rapid rate of rural landscape transformation, the high rate of tourist visits and a beautification of the countryside. The study concluded that natural and human influences on the landscapes accounts for beautification.
Abstract: Rural landscapes are predisposed to a wide range of challenges and changes. These changes modify and transform rural setting rendering them desirable for habitation. Backed by a montane forest rich in biodiversity and other resources, the locale is blessed to possess a volcanic crater lake of exceptional beauty and attraction. The objective of this...
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Effect of Harvesting Methods on Storage Behaviour of Mandarin (Citrus Reticulata Blanco) Under Cellar Condition
Pradeep Raj Rokaya,
Dilli Ram Baral,
Durga Mani Gautam,
Arjun Kumar Shrestha,
Krishna Prasad Paudyal
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
8-12
Received:
7 December 2019
Accepted:
9 April 2020
Published:
30 April 2020
Abstract: Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) is a premier fruit crop expanding rapidly in the hilly areas of Nepal. Most of the mandarin growers in Nepal are using conventional harvesting method which is responsible for deteriorating the fruit quality and shortening the postharvest shelf life. Thus, this experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of different harvesting methods on quality and shelf-life of mandarin during storage under the Cellar condition (11±2°C and 85-90% RH). For this, mandarin fruits harvested by different methods i.e. hitting by sticks, direct pulling, twisting and pulling, and clipping were stored for 90 days and fortnight interval reading of different quality parameters were carried out. The experimental results revealed that fruits harvested by clipper with small pedicel intact recorded the minimum PLW (3.15%), decay loss (8.33%), and TSS (10.57° Brix) and retained the higher fruit firmness (3.30 kg/cm2), maximum juice recovery percentage (49.69), TA (0.85%) and vitamin C (25.50 mg/100 ml) during the storage under Cellar condition. The study concluded that fruits harvesting with clipper can be stored safely up to three months under the Cellar condition.
Abstract: Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) is a premier fruit crop expanding rapidly in the hilly areas of Nepal. Most of the mandarin growers in Nepal are using conventional harvesting method which is responsible for deteriorating the fruit quality and shortening the postharvest shelf life. Thus, this experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of di...
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Importance of Positive Lifestyle in Achieving Righteous Way of Living
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2020
Pages:
13-15
Received:
26 February 2020
Accepted:
23 March 2020
Published:
28 May 2020
Abstract: In this paper we will focus on the importance of positive lifestyle and what are the components that are required to have a positive lifestyle. Positive lifestyle is a combination of positive attitude, positive action, positive vibes and positive environment. It is said that who are rich can have positive lifestyle but it is not really true. Various factors such as age, education, occupation, and family income influence the positive lifestyle as well as life satisfaction. Positive lifestyle would offer important direction for the growth of life satisfaction. This is what we have discussed in this paper. Every individual regardless of its financial conditions can have a positive lifestyle. Living a positive lifestyle and having a positive attitude requires a combination of healthy eating by knowledge of nutrition and appropriate amount of physical activities [11]. In this paper, we have discussed the knowledge of nutrition by balanced diet and the important of physical activities in leading a positive lifestyle. We have also discussed how the positive lifestyle helps in achieving the success. Success is an important part of life and it is impossible to get it without a positive lifestyle, positive vibes and positive environment. Positive lifestyle is a new outlook to see the world and to see your own self.
Abstract: In this paper we will focus on the importance of positive lifestyle and what are the components that are required to have a positive lifestyle. Positive lifestyle is a combination of positive attitude, positive action, positive vibes and positive environment. It is said that who are rich can have positive lifestyle but it is not really true. Variou...
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