https://www.theusajournals.com/index.php/ajahi/issue/feed American Journal Of Agriculture And Horticulture Innovations 2024-05-09T19:26:38+00:00 Oscar Publishing Services info@theusajournals.com Open Journal Systems <p><strong>American Journal Of Agriculture And Horticulture Innovations (<span class="ng-scope"><span class="ng-binding ng-scope">2771-2559</span></span>)</strong></p> <p><a href="http://sjifactor.com/passport.php?id=22060"><strong>SJIF : 2021 - 5.998, 2022 - 6.102, 2023 - 7.471, 2024 - 8.02</strong></a></p> <p><strong>Open Access International Journal</strong></p> <p><strong>Call for Paper = Volume IV Issue V May 2024</strong></p> <p><strong>Submission Date = 05/01/2024 to 05/30/2024</strong></p> https://www.theusajournals.com/index.php/ajahi/article/view/2814 BIOMASS BOUNTY: HARNESSING [FEEDSTOCK] FOR SUSTAINABLE BIO-ETHANOL AND BIOGAS PRODUCTION 2024-05-01T19:22:00+00:00 Rashid khan rashid@theusajournals.com <p>This study investigates the viability of utilizing [Feedstock] as a renewable resource for the production of bio-ethanol and biogas. The research assesses the composition, availability, and potential yield of [Feedstock] in biofuel generation processes. Various conversion technologies and their efficiencies are explored, considering their environmental impact and economic feasibility. The findings highlight the promising prospects of [Feedstock] as a sustainable feedstock for bioenergy production, contributing to the transition towards greener energy alternatives.</p> 2024-05-01T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 Rashid khan https://www.theusajournals.com/index.php/ajahi/article/view/2873 PRESERVING CUCUMBER QUALITY: INVESTIGATING THE INFLUENCE OF CARBOXY METHYL CELLULOSE AND CORN STARCH EDIBLE COATINGS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE 2024-05-09T19:26:38+00:00 Feranmi Okpara feranmi@theusajournals.com <p>This study examines the efficacy of edible coatings made from carboxy methyl cellulose (CMC) and corn starch in preserving cucumber quality when stored at room temperature. Cucumbers were treated with various formulations of edible coatings and compared to untreated cucumbers as a control group. Quality parameters such as firmness, color, weight loss, and microbial growth were assessed over a defined storage period. Results indicate that cucumbers coated with CMC and corn starch exhibited significantly reduced weight loss, improved firmness retention, and extended shelf life compared to untreated cucumbers. Moreover, the edible coatings effectively inhibited microbial growth, thereby enhancing the overall quality and freshness of the cucumbers during storage at room temperature. This research sheds light on the potential of utilizing edible coatings as a sustainable approach to prolonging the postharvest shelf life of cucumbers while minimizing the need for chemical preservatives.</p> 2024-05-04T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2024 Feranmi Okpara