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 (2025)
27 Nov 2025 (Vol - 56 , Issue- 11 )
30 Nov 2025 (Vol - 56 , Issue 11 )
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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
Relative dominance of pathogens in Alternaria leaf blight, white rust and downy mildew complex in Bundelkhand region
This study examines the prevalence and characteristics of white rust and Alternaria leaf blight in mustard crops across different locations. Variability in white rust infection rates underscores the need for further documentation on pathogen dominance. Alternaria leaf blight progresses from circular spots to extensive lesions, with A. brassicae and A. brassicicola identified as key pathogens. White rust symptoms manifest as creamy pustules, often associated with downy mildew. Microscopic analysis reveals the presence of A. candida sporangia and H. parasitica conidia, contributing to the prevalence of white rust and downy mildew mixed infection.
Suitability Classification for Construction of Rainwater Harvesting System by using Geospatial Techniques in Lumbajong and Langsomepi Watersheds of Karbi Anglong District of Assam, India
The hilly district of Karbi Anglong of Assam faces significant challenges in water supply for domestic and agricultural needs. Rainwater harvesting (RWH) emerges as a critical solution to these water crises. RWH enhances water security, particularly in areas with water scarcity, by reducing reliance on groundwater and surface water sources. Proper identification of suitable sites is essential for constructing RWH systems in watersheds. Suitability classification using geospatial techniques is crucial for this purpose. This research aims to identify and select sites for RWH systems using criteria such as land use/land cover, slope, curve number, contour, and soil type. Remote sensing (RS), geographical information system (GIS), and multi-criteria analysis were employed. GIS, especially valuable in data-scarce regions, is particularly relevant in hilly and remote areas where other data collection methods are challenging. Spatial analysis with GIS software was used to generate thematic layers and integrate them for identifying suitable RWH sites.
The effect of microwave heating on the physicochemical and microbiological quality of Raw milk
Milk and dairy products are among the most popular foods worldwide, especially for infants, and microwave usage in food preparation, particularly for milk, has become increasingly common. Therefore, the objective of this study is to assess the effect of microwaves on the physicochemical and microbiological properties of Raw milk, particularly focusing on mineral content to evaluate milk quality. The results obtained showed that the average fat, protein, lactose, and dry matter content decreased during microwave exposure, especially at 2 minutes, while acidity increased slightly. In contrast, minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus remained stable even after 2 minutes of heating. We conclude that physicochemical and microbiological parameters are sensitive indicators of milk quality.
Nourishing the Future: Assessing Progress, Challenges, and Policy Initiatives for Millet Revival in India
Millets are considered superfoods due to the number of benefits they provide to humans. For smallholder and marginal farmers, millets offer economic stability due to their low input costs and adaptability to different ecological zones. The revival and promotion of millets can lead to increased biodiversity, and by tapping into the growing market for nutritious and health-conscious foods, farmers can achieve higher economic returns. Millets can enhance national and global food security by diversifying food sources beyond the major cereals. The progress and trend analysis of important millets such as Sorghum, Bajra, Ragi, and small millets is made in the study. It is found that the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2011-12 to 2021-22 for the area under Finger Millet (Ragi) is positive, which is 0.29 percent, while it is negative for Sorghum, Bajra, small millets, and total millets. From the trend analysis of the available data from 2011–12 to 2021–22, it is found that due to competition from other crops, the area will fall continuously. In trend analysis, from 2022–23 to 2029–30, in Bajra, the production will range from 99.25 lakh tons in 2022–23 to 104.76 lakh tons in 2029–30. While the production will fall for all other millets in the given period. Millets face a number of challenges, such as low yields, low input crops, low demand, and less awareness about their benefits. However, sincere efforts are made by the government in the form of new schemes, concessions, awareness programmes, trade, and research support to increase the area and productivity of millets. One such significant effort is the declaration of 2023 as the International Year of Millets. Such promotional support will certainly increase the area and production of millets in India.
Evaluation of salt tolerance mechanism in different cultivars of wheat Triticum aestivum at the seedling stage
the most important constraints for crop production worldwide. Salinity stress negatively affects the growth and development of wheat leading to reduced grain yield and quality. To address these issues a study was planned to assess the salt tolerance mechanism using physiological (shoot and root length, fresh weight, chlorophyll content) biochemical and molecular-related parameters in four wheat varieties, two tolerant and two sensitive. Wheat seedlings were subjected to three increasing concentrations of salinity stress [(C) 0mM, (T1) 50mM, (T2) 100mM, (T3) 150mM] using NaCl under hydroponic conditions for 21 days. Tolerant wheat genotypes had higher fresh weight and chlorophyll content as compared to sensitive under salt stress. Antioxidant parameters such as hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), malondialdehyde (MDA), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT) were estimated both in shoot as well as root tissue. Tolerant wheat genotypes induced the antioxidant enzymes CAT and APX more efficiently and hence were more tolerant to the antioxidant stress in the form of H2O2 and MDA. NHK1 and HKT1 genes demonstrated higher expression levels in tolerant varieties. Similarly, proline biosynthesis gene demonstrated enhanced activity in tolerant varieties. The study provides insight into the role of NHX1, HKT1, and P5CS genes in salinity tolerance and their utility as biomarkers for reliable screening for salt tolerance at the seedling stage in wheat genotypes.