Agricultural management conditions have a profound impact on soil chemical properties, where sustainable practices preserve and improve soil quality. The work was carried out with the objective of verifying the influence ...

Banana cultivation in Ecuador is of great economic, social and environmental importance, as the country is one of the main exporters worldwide. However, the intensive use of herbicides in plantations has raised concerns ...

The present study titled "Effect of Interval and Frequency in Drip and Microsprinkler Irrigation Systems on Maize Crop" aimed to determine the impact of different irrigation intervals and frequencies using drip and ...

Bananas, with an annual global production of 119.8 million tons, originate from Southeast Asia and are cultivated in 130 countries across tropical and subtropical regions, including Ecuador. Despite its economic importance, ...

This study examines the microbial load in cocoa samples collected from storage centers in the province of El Oro, Ecuador, with the aim of identifying contaminating microorganisms, particularly fungi of the Aspergillus and ...

Corn (Zea mays L.) is crucial worldwide for its versatility and role in human and animal nutrition, as well as in industry. It is an essential source of calories and nutrients, playing a vital role in global food security. ...

The cultivation of Jamaica (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) requires precise nutritional management, as its development and quality largely depend on the availability of both macronutrients and micronutrients in the soil. The study ...

The study focused on evaluating the variability in the growth of the Jamaica plant (Hibiscus sabdariffa) under different fertilization doses (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and calcium) at the Santa Inés ...

Maize is one of the most important crops worldwide, essential for both human and animal consumption. Proper water management is crucial for its optimal growth and maximum yield. This study focuses on estimating maize water ...

The thesis "Influence of Trichoderma and Botanical Extracts for the Control of Black Sigatoka in Musas Spp." investigates biological methods for managing Black Sigatoka, a disease that severely affects banana crops. Conducted ...