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Effect of preservative methods on proximate composition of marketed tomatoes (Solanum lycoperiscum Linn.) varieties in Minna

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Effect of preservative methods on proximate composition of marketed tomatoes (Solanum lycoperiscum Linn.) varieties in Minna Authors: Dangana, M.C; Bello, I.M; Daudu, O. A. Y.,; Gado, A.A.; Abdulsalami, H.; Musa, M.L Abstract: Tomatoes are one of the important vegetable fruits consumed throughout the world. Lack of storage facilities to reduce postharvest loss remains a greater problem. Drying is still a method to remove the moisture from this vegetable fruit. The reasons for drying are to reduce the effect of microorganisms and to increase shelf life without affecting the nutritional composition of the fruit. This study was designed to find a suitable method of drying that enhances the maximum retention of the nutritional contents. Two tomato variety fruits (Cherry and Plum) were sourced from Minna main market in Niger state Nigeria; the two varieties were Cherry divided into three. Fresh (FT1 and FT2), which are the controls for each of the two tomato varieties respectively; and the remaining two were Sun dried and Air dried (SDT1 & ADT1 for cherry and SDT2 & ADT2 for plum). All three samples were analyzed for nutritional composition using the standard protocols. The result pooled for analyses revealed that moisture contents, protein and fat showed no significant difference in the two varieties in both fresh and air-dry samples. The results for protein (28.17 %) and moisture (26.12 %) for the air-dry samples for cherry and 28.10 % and 22.07 % protein contents for plum are suitable due to their low moisture contents. The values obtained are germane to the preservation of these fruits and the conservation of nutrients.

Effect of preservative methods on proximate composition of marketed tomatoes (Solanum lycoperiscum Linn.) varieties in Minna

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Effect of preservative methods on proximate composition of marketed tomatoes (Solanum lycoperiscum Linn.) varieties in Minna Authors: Dangana, M. C.,; Bello, I. M.; Daudu, O. A. Y.,; Gado, A. A.,; Abdulsalami, H.; Musa, M.L. Abstract: Tomatoes are one of the important vegetable fruits consumed throughout the world. Lack of storage facilities to reduce postharvest loss remains a greater problem. Drying is still a method to remove the moisture from this vegetable fruit. The reasons for drying are to reduce the effect of microorganisms and to increase shelf life without affecting the nutritional composition of the fruit. This study was designed to find a suitable method of drying that enhances the maximum retention of the nutritional contents. Two tomato variety fruits (Cherry and Plum) were sourced from Minna main market in Niger state Nigeria; the two varieties were Cherry divided into three. Fresh (FT1 and FT2), which are the controls for each of the two tomato varieties respectively; and the remaining two were Sun dried and Air dried (SDT1 & ADT1 for cherry and SDT2 & ADT2 for plum). All three samples were analyzed for nutritional composition using the standard protocols. The result pooled for analyses revealed that moisture contents, protein and fat showed no significant difference in the two varieties in both fresh and air-dry samples. The results for protein (28.17 %) and moisture (26.12 %) for the air-dry samples for cherry and 28.10 % and 22.07 % protein contents for plum are suitable due to their low moisture contents. The values obtained are germane to the preservation of these fruits and the conservation of nutrients.

ASSESMENT OF FIBER QUALITY OF SOME UPLAND COTTON GENOTYPES IN NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Title: ASSESMENT OF FIBER QUALITY OF SOME UPLAND COTTON GENOTYPES IN NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA Authors: Dangana, M.C; Daudu, O A Y; Abubakar, A; Gado, A.A.; Bello, I.M; AUDU, , M.I Abstract: This study was conducted to evaluate the fiber quality traits of selected cotton genotypes cultivated in North Central Nigeria, with the aim of identifying superior lines for enhanced textile performance. Key fiber parameters assessed included spinability index, fiber strength, length uniformity, fineness, maturity, and upper half mean length (UHML). Results revealed that Samcot 11 exhibited the highest spinability index (152.25), length uniformity (86.58%), and fiber strength (29.08 kNmkg⁻¹), indicating its potential for high-quality yarn production. Samcot 10 recorded the highest fiber fineness (4.38), while Samcot 12 had the lowest fiber maturity value (0.85%). All other genotypes displayed relatively uniform maturity values (0.86%) with no significant differences. However, UHML values across all genotypes were below 21 mm, reflecting generally short fiber lengths. The findings highlight Samcot 11 as the most promising genotype in terms of overall fiber quality, suitable for further development and utilization in cotton improvement programs in the region. K

Effect of sesame Seeds on Biochemical and Haematological Parameters in Wister Rat

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Effect of sesame Seeds on Biochemical and Haematological Parameters in Wister Rat Authors: Madaki, F. M.; Muhammad, L.M Abstract: Sesame seeds and its components have the tendency to provide various health benefits and have been proven to exhibit anticancer, antioxidant, and cholesterol lowering properties. This research aims to evaluate the effect of Sesame seed on biochemical composition and hematological parameters in wistar rats. Animal study was performed by feeding wistar rat with specific ration of formulated sesame feed for twenty-one (21) days. Biochemical, and hematological analyses were carried out using standard methods. The significant (p<0.05) difference were recorded in all the parameters across the groups in the biochemical component of the kidney with creatine value ranged from (5.47±0.31-7.53±0.43) from group B and D, Urea ranged from ( 20.84±1.36-30.44±1.76) from group C and Control, Uric acid, (4.49±0.25-5.13±0.30) from group C and Control, Na, (143.19±276-157.23±2.47) from group B and Control, K, (7.04±0.29-8.21±0.36) from group D and C, Bicarbonate ( 22.02±0.94-28.00±1.42). Significant (P<0.05) were recorded in the biochemical component of Liver in the following parameters (TP, ALB, ALP, ALT, AST, CHO, LDL, HDL, TRIGS and TB. There was significant (P<0.05) difference in haematological parameters like HB with the value ranged, (7.30±0.52-9.03±0.29), and RBCS (6.96±0.37-8.37±0.39). Sesame has ability to ameliorate and improve some biochemical and haematological parameters in rat which could make a good candidate for diet supplementation especially in certain disease conditions.