AMA, Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America
AMA, Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (AMA) (issn: 00845841) is a peer reviewed journal first published online after indexing scopus in 1982. AMA is published by Farm Machinery Industrial Research Corp and Shin-Norinsha Co. AMA publishes every subjects of general engineering and agricultural engineering.
WOS Indexed (2026)
07 May 2026 (Vol - 57 , Issue- 05 )
31 May 2026 (Vol - 57 , Issue 05 )
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AMA, Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America
AMA, Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (ISSN: 00845841) is a peer-reviewed journal. The journal covers Agricultural and Biological Sciences and all sort of engineering topic. the journal's scopes are in the following fields but not limited to:
Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Electrical Engineering and Telecommunication
Electronic Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Civil and architectural engineering
Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Industrial and Commercial Design
Information Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Food Engineering
Productivity of soybean (Glycine max L.) and soil properties as affected by integrated nutrient management practices
A field carried out at research farm Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, J N. Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur during Kharif season of two consequentive years of 2016 and 2017. Experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design by replicating thrice. The crop was fertilized with NPK and organic manures as per treatments and applied as basal in all the treatments. Application of all combinations of sources nutrients found to be unable to bring out significant changes in soil properties with respect to pH, EC and OC. However, the status of NP and K markedly increase over control under organically amended treatments and 100% NPK through chemical fertilizers. Furthermore, these three nutrient statuses in post harvest soils showed superiorly over initial value of soil. As regards to the content of chlorophyll a, b and chlorophyll a and b initially it increases with increasing rate up to 60 DAS then the content start decreasing. The treatment having vermicompost @ 1.5 t ha-1 enriched with PSB and Rhizobium and remaining dose of NPK was applied through chemical fertilizers proved as good as 100% NPK through chemical fertilizer alone with respect to chlorophyll content during both the years. The treatment T5 (Vermicompost @ 1.5 t ha-1 enriched with PSB & Rhizobium + RRDFCF) possessed the values of 2.02, 1.13 and 3.15 at 30 DAS 2.07, 1.58 and 3.65 at 45 DAS as well as 2.21 1.64 and 3.85 mg g-1 at 60 DAS a, b and a+b chlorophyll respectively. The highest seed and stover yields (1923 and 3192 kg ha-1), were found under T5. On the other hand, the significantly the lowest yield was secured from the control treatment. The protein per cent in soybean seed was seen to increase up to maximum extent of 41.7% due to application of 100% NPK followed by T3 (FYM @ 2 t ha-1 enriched with PSB & Rhizobium + RRDFCF) i.e. 41.4%.
Comparative Histochemical Studies on Lungs of Aseel and Vanaraja Breeds of Poultry
Lungs of 28 birds of Assel and Vanaraja breeds of poultry were studied for Histochemical studies by dividing them in to two groups (Grower and Adult). Lung’s were comprises of bronchial system and lobules and lobules were separated by interlobular septae. Collagen, elastic and reticular fibers were studied in histological slide of lungs with special stain. Lung tissues of both groups were compared for PAS and AB-PAS positivity. This was more distinct in Aseel than Vanaraja breeds of poultry in all the parts of lungs in both adult and grower groups. Epithelium and muscle tissue of the lungs shows moderate to intense PAS positivity in both adult and grower groups. It was slightly more intense in Aseel breed in both the age group.
Physico-chemical and Microbiological Analysis of Brown Rice Based Instant Porridge Mix during Ambient Storage
In developing nations, malnutrition is a serious nutritional problem. This primarily occurs as a result of inadequate nutritional intake and utilization. Therefore, our objective was to develop healthy instant porridge from locally available sources with improved nutritional value. Brown rice grits, pumpkin powder and germinated mungbean grits, were blended in the ratios of T1 (100:00:00:: Brown rice grits (BRG): Pumpkin powder (PP): Germinated mungbean grits (GMG), T2 (85:05:10:: BRG: PP: GMG), T3 (80:10:10:: BRG: PP: GMG), T4 (75:15:10:: BRG: PP: GMG), T5 (70:20:10:: BRG: PP: GMG), T6 (65:25:10:: BRG: PP: GMG) and T7 (60:30:10:: BRG: PP: GMG). The formulated porridge mix was packed in laminate pouches and its storability was studied for 90 days under ambient conditions. The physio-chemical analysis of instant porridge mix revealed that maximum mean L* value of 61.20, a* value of 5.33 and b* value of 28.52, moisture (5.68%), crude fibre (2.07%), ash (2.74%), β-carotene (302.19 µg/g) were recorded in T7 whereas, T1 recorded highest water activity (0.58), crude fat (2.07%), carbohydrates (81.43%). Highest mean crude protein (12.64%) was recorded in T2. Sensory evaluation revealed that T5 recorded highest mean overall acceptability (7.80).
EFFECT OF INTER AND BORDER CROPS ON THE Helicoverpa armigera (HUBNER) INCIDENCE AND YIELD IN CHICKPEA
The field experiment conducted during Rabi 2020-21(November 2020 to April 2021) to check the chickpea pod borer infestation in response to various inter and border crops at the research farm of Advanced Centre for Rainfed Agriculture (ACRA), Dhiansar, SKUAST-Jammu. The results revealed significantly lowest population of H. armigera in chickpea + linseed (intercrop) + napier (border crop) (0.27 to 4.67 larvae per meter row length) during 9th to 14th standard week respectively, followed by chickpea + linseed (intercrop) + mustard border crop) compare to sole chickpea. Where lowest pod damage per cent was recorded in chickpea + linseed (intercrop) + napier (border crop) with 11.84 per cent, followed by chickpea + linseed (intercrop) + mustard (border crop) and chickpea + coriander (intercrop) + napier (border crop) with 13.30 and 16.06 per cent damage, respectively. The study concluded that the highest chickpea yield and equivalent yield was calculated in T7 - Chickpea + linseed (intercrop) + mustard (border crop) 539.6 kg/ha and 1311.66 kg/ha respectively, with the highest B:C ratio of 1:5.47.
RISK ASSESSMENT PLAN FOR HEAVY RAINFALL-INDUCED HAZARDS ON AGRICULTURE
Heavy rainfall is a natural phenomenon that has a significant impact on agriculture. It can cause severe damage to crops and pose a significant risk to agricultural activities. In order to mitigate the risks and minimize the damage caused by heavy rainfall, a risk assessment plan needs to be developed. The plan should include quantitative methods such as cause and effect analysis and risk element identification. Cause and effect analysis is an essential tool for identifying the factors that contribute to the risks associated with heavy rainfall-induced hazards on agriculture. This analysis helps to understand the root causes of the problem and identify the best solutions for mitigating risks. By examining the cause and effect relationships, it is possible to identify the most critical factors that contribute to the risks associated with heavy rainfall. Risk elements are another important aspect of developing a risk assessment plan for heavy rainfall-induced hazards on agriculture. These elements include both natural factors, such as soil type and slope, as well as human factors, such as farming practices and irrigation methods. By identifying these risk elements using ABC risk assessment quantitative method, it is possible to develop strategies for mitigating risks and minimizing damage to crops. Crops are one of the most significant areas of concern when it comes to heavy rainfall-induced hazards on agriculture. Heavy rainfall can cause soil erosion, nutrient loss, and other damages that can reduce crop yields significantly. By developing a risk assessment plan that takes into account the unique characteristics of each crop, it is possible to develop strategies for mitigating risks and minimizing damage. This could include using cover crops or changing planting patterns to reduce soil erosion or modifying irrigation practices to ensure crops receive adequate water without being damaged by floods.