Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development

Rupesh Kumar Mehta; Chetana Roy; Begam Kumari Chaudhary; Aniksha Moktan; Astha Karki; Adhish Kumar Roy; Sujata Koirala; Hikesh Guragain; Raju Khatri

doi:10.53663/turjfas.1478890

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Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development

Abstract

Nepal's pursuit of sustainable food production and rural livelihoods faces challenges amid evolving environmental pressures. Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) cultivation, integral to Nepalese agriculture, demands innovative approaches to enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact. This study investigates the efficacy of varied organic fertilizers on okra growth and development, aiming to identify sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers. The research was conducted at the G.P. Koirala College of Agriculture and Research Centre in Sundarharaicha, Morang, Nepal, from June to August 2023. A Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with eight treatments replicated three times was employed, including recommended NPK dosage and various organic sources. Observations on plant height, primary branches, pods per plant, pod length, diameter, weight per pod, and yield per plant were recorded. Statistical analysis revealed significant variations among treatments. The highest yield was obtained with the recommended NPK dosage (108.84 g/plant), closely followed by biofertilizers like 100% mustard cake (103.70 g/plant) and goat manure (104.28 g/plant). The lowest yield was observed in the control group (76.99 g/plant). Notably, NPK fertilizer consistently outperformed organic alternatives in promoting okra growth and yield. However, among organic fertilizers, mustard cake and goat manure emerged as promising alternatives, showcasing comparable results to synthetic fertilizers. These findings underscore the importance of balanced nutrient management in optimizing okra productivity. Future research should explore integrated nutrient management strategies, combining organic and synthetic inputs, to enhance sustainability and resilience in Nepalese agriculture.

Keywords

Agronomic assessment, biofertilizer, comparative efficacy, growth analysis, okra cultivation

Supporting Institution

The authors did not receive any funding during and after the completion of the study

Ethical Statement

Not applicable

Thanks

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dipesh Kumar Mehata for his invaluable assistance during the study period. His invaluable support and guidance throughout the research period and during manuscript preparation greatly contributed to the success of this research. We are deeply thankful for his dedication and support

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Primary Language

English

Subjects

Plant Nutrition and Soil Fertility

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Rupesh Kumar Mehta ^*
0009-0004-2331-1511
Nepal

Chetana Roy This is me
0009-0008-6426-9937
Nepal

Begam Kumari Chaudhary This is me
0009-0004-8394-1419
Nepal

Aniksha Moktan This is me
0009-0000-0182-1992
Nepal

Astha Karki
0009-0005-1507-2423
Nepal

Adhish Kumar Roy
0009-0005-4533-456X
Nepal

Sujata Koirala This is me
0009-0006-3577-282X
Nepal

Hikesh Guragain This is me
0009-0000-7210-7112
Nepal

Raju Khatri This is me
0009-0005-8596-8647
Nepal

Publication Date

December 30, 2024

Submission Date

May 6, 2024

Acceptance Date

July 19, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 6 Number: 2

DOI

https://doi.org/10.53663/turjfas.1478890

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https://izlik.org/JA64DG85JH

APA

Mehta, R. K., Roy, C., Chaudhary, B. K., Moktan, A., Karki, A., Roy, A. K., Koirala, S., Guragain, H., & Khatri, R. (2024). Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development. Turkish Journal of Food and Agriculture Sciences, 6(2), 138-149. https://doi.org/10.53663/turjfas.1478890

AMA

1.Mehta RK, Roy C, Chaudhary BK, et al. Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development. Turk J Food Agric Sci. 2024;6(2):138-149. doi:10.53663/turjfas.1478890

Chicago

Mehta, Rupesh Kumar, Chetana Roy, Begam Kumari Chaudhary, et al. 2024. “Unravelling the Impact of Varied Organic Fertilizer Sources on the Vegetative and Reproductive Traits of Okra Growth and Development”. Turkish Journal of Food and Agriculture Sciences 6 (2): 138-49. https://doi.org/10.53663/turjfas.1478890.

EndNote

Mehta RK, Roy C, Chaudhary BK, Moktan A, Karki A, Roy AK, Koirala S, Guragain H, Khatri R (December 1, 2024) Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development. Turkish Journal of Food and Agriculture Sciences 6 2 138–149.

IEEE

[1]R. K. Mehta et al., “Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development”, Turk J Food Agric Sci, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 138–149, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.53663/turjfas.1478890.

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Mehta, Rupesh Kumar - Roy, Chetana - Chaudhary, Begam Kumari - Moktan, Aniksha - Karki, Astha - Roy, Adhish Kumar - Koirala, Sujata - Guragain, Hikesh - Khatri, Raju. “Unravelling the Impact of Varied Organic Fertilizer Sources on the Vegetative and Reproductive Traits of Okra Growth and Development”. Turkish Journal of Food and Agriculture Sciences 6/2 (December 1, 2024): 138-149. https://doi.org/10.53663/turjfas.1478890.

JAMA

1.Mehta RK, Roy C, Chaudhary BK, Moktan A, Karki A, Roy AK, Koirala S, Guragain H, Khatri R. Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development. Turk J Food Agric Sci. 2024;6:138–149.

MLA

Mehta, Rupesh Kumar, et al. “Unravelling the Impact of Varied Organic Fertilizer Sources on the Vegetative and Reproductive Traits of Okra Growth and Development”. Turkish Journal of Food and Agriculture Sciences, vol. 6, no. 2, Dec. 2024, pp. 138-49, doi:10.53663/turjfas.1478890.

Vancouver

1.Rupesh Kumar Mehta, Chetana Roy, Begam Kumari Chaudhary, Aniksha Moktan, Astha Karki, Adhish Kumar Roy, Sujata Koirala, Hikesh Guragain, Raju Khatri. Unravelling the impact of varied organic fertilizer sources on the vegetative and reproductive traits of okra growth and development. Turk J Food Agric Sci. 2024 Dec. 1;6(2):138-49. doi:10.53663/turjfas.1478890

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