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Comparison Of Essential Oil Components Of Wild And Field Grown Salvia Cryptantha Montbert & Aucher Ex Benthan, In Turkey, ARİF İPEK, BİLAL GÜRBÜZ, MESRUR ÜMİD BİNGÖL, FATMAGÜL GEVEN, GENÇAY AKGÜL, KIARASH AFSHAR POUR REZAEIEH, BELGİN COŞGE 2012 TÜBİTAK

Comparison Of Essential Oil Components Of Wild And Field Grown Salvia Cryptantha Montbert & Aucher Ex Benthan, In Turkey, Ari̇f İpek, Bi̇lal Gürbüz, Mesrur Ümi̇d Bi̇ngöl, Fatmagül Geven, Gençay Akgül, Kiarash Afshar Pour Rezaeieh, Belgi̇n Coşge

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Essential oils extracted by hydrodistillation from the aerial parts of naturally growing and field grown plants of Salvia cryptantha Montbert & Aucher ex Benthan were analyzed by GC-MS. Furthermore, the chemical components of naturally growing and cultured plants in 2 consecutive years (2007-2008) were compared. The essential oils of plant materials investigated ranged from 1.20% up to 1.52%. Nine for naturally growing and 22 components for both 2007-08 field grown crops were characterized, representing 94.75%, 95.82%, and 93.35%, respectively. Valencene (31.80%), eucalyptol (23.61%), and \beta-pinene (15.63%) were recognized as major components.


Prohexadione-Ca And Young Cane Removal Treatments Control Growth, Productivity, And Fruit Quality Of The Willamette Raspberry, MILENA M. POLEDICA, JASMINKA M. MILIVOJEVIC, DRAGAN D. RADIVOJEVIC, JELENA J. DRAGISIC MAKSIMOVIC 2012 TÜBİTAK

Prohexadione-Ca And Young Cane Removal Treatments Control Growth, Productivity, And Fruit Quality Of The Willamette Raspberry, Milena M. Poledica, Jasminka M. Milivojevic, Dragan D. Radivojevic, Jelena J. Dragisic Maksimovic

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Plant growth retardants' applications have a practical use in fruit production, generally resulting in better vegetative growth and cropping level balance. Foliar applications of the gibberellin synthesis inhibitor prohexadione-Ca (ProCa), removal of young canes, and the combination of these treatments were evaluated in the Willamette raspberry (Rubus idaeus L). The experiment consisted of 5 treatments, including 1 untreated control. ProCa was applied during the period of April-May, as a foliar spray at active ingredient concentrations of 100 ppm (first application) and 200 ppm (second application) at a 3-week interval, either in treatment with ProCa alone or in combination with young …


Effect Of Irrigation On Processing Tomato Yield And Antioxidant Components, LAJOS HELYES, ANDREA LUGASI, ZOLTÁN PÉK 2012 TÜBİTAK

Effect Of Irrigation On Processing Tomato Yield And Antioxidant Components, Lajos Helyes, Andrea Lugasi, Zoltán Pék

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

A 2-year (2007 and 2008) open-field experiment was conducted to study the effects of irrigation on the yield parameters and main antioxidant components (lycopene, phenolic compounds, and ascorbic acid) of processing tomato. Two different treatments were applied: some plants were regularly irrigated, and some had their irrigation cut off 30 days before harvest. Both groups were compared with a rainfed control. Daily irrigation volume was calculated from the average daily temperature to reach optimum water supply. Fruits were harvested at the red-ripe maturity stage. The irrigated plants gave a significantly higher yield, and rainfed plants showed a yield loss. Irrigation …


Exploring The Growth Potential Of Albizia Procera And Leucaena Leucocephala As Influenced By Magnetic Fields, MUHAMMAD AYYOUB TANVIR, ZIA-UL HAQ, ABDUL HANNAN, MUHAMMAD FARRAKH NAWAZ, MUHAMMAD TAHIR SIDDIQUI, AMER SHAH 2012 TÜBİTAK

Exploring The Growth Potential Of Albizia Procera And Leucaena Leucocephala As Influenced By Magnetic Fields, Muhammad Ayyoub Tanvir, Zia-Ul Haq, Abdul Hannan, Muhammad Farrakh Nawaz, Muhammad Tahir Siddiqui, Amer Shah

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Due to the discriminate use of plant chemicals and their resultant negative impact on the environment, researchers are interested in monitoring plant behavior as modified by various nonchemical influences such as magnetic fields. A pot experiment was designed to assess the growth potential of Albizia procera Roxb. (Sufed Sirin) and Leucaena leucocephala Lam. (Ipil Ipil) seedlings, established from seeds exposed to a magnetic field (MF) of 75 millitesla for 3 different time intervals, 5 min, 10 min, and 15 min respectively. After the seeds were exposed to a MF of 75 mT for 15 min, A. procera plants showed 49% …


A New Model For Simulating Climate Change And Carbon Dynamics In Forested Landscapes, Caren C. Dymond, Robert M. Scheller, Sarah Beukema 2012 B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations

A New Model For Simulating Climate Change And Carbon Dynamics In Forested Landscapes, Caren C. Dymond, Robert M. Scheller, Sarah Beukema

Environmental Science and Management Faculty Publications and Presentations

Journal of Ecosystems & Management vol. 13 no. 2 2012 news brief .


Woody Biomass Use Trends, Barriers, And Strategies: Perspectives Of Us Forest Service Managers, Shiloh Sundstrom, Max Nielsen-Pincus, Cassandra Moseley, Sarah McCaffery 2012 University of Oregon

Woody Biomass Use Trends, Barriers, And Strategies: Perspectives Of Us Forest Service Managers, Shiloh Sundstrom, Max Nielsen-Pincus, Cassandra Moseley, Sarah Mccaffery

Environmental Science and Management Faculty Publications and Presentations

The use of woody biomass is being promoted across the United States as a means of increasing energy independence, mitigating climate change, and reducing the cost of hazardous fuels reduction treatments and forest restoration projects. The opportunities and challenges for woody biomass use on the national forest system are unique. In addition to making woody biomass usage pencil out, national forest managers must also navigate substantial public engagement and forest planning processes that add to the complexity of fostering woody biomass use opportunities on the national forest system. We report on the results of a survey of US Forest Service …


Modeling Movement Behavior And Road Crossing In The Black Bear Of South Central Florida, Joseph Maddox Guthrie 2012 University of Kentucky

Modeling Movement Behavior And Road Crossing In The Black Bear Of South Central Florida, Joseph Maddox Guthrie

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

We evaluated the influence of a landscape dominated by agriculture and an extensive road network on fine-scale movements of black bears (Ursus americanus) in south-central Florida. The objectives of this study were to (1) define landscape functionality including corridor use by the directionality and speed of bear movements, (2) to develop a model reflecting selected habitat characteristics during movements, (3) to identify habitat characteristics selected by bears at road-crossing locations, and (3) to develop and evaluate a predictive model for road-crossing locations based on habitat characteristics. We assessed models using GPS data from 20 adult black bears (9 …


Economic And Policy Implications Of Forest-Based Bioenergy Production In Kentucky, Jonathan Franklin Catron 2012 University of Kentucky

Economic And Policy Implications Of Forest-Based Bioenergy Production In Kentucky, Jonathan Franklin Catron

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

Interest in using woody biomass from forestlands for energy production has reemerged in recent years. In Kentucky, bioenergy has great potential to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, questions still remain about economic and other social effects associated with forest-based bioenergy production. This study investigates some of the economic implications of harvesting woody biomass for bioenergy production alongside traditional forest products in Kentucky. Results show that forest-based bioenergy can increase financial return to nonindustrial private forest owners. This study also investigates social impacts and drivers of forest-based bioenergy in Kentucky. Results indicate that a variety of issues will have …


Private Landowner Intent To Supply Forest Biomass For Energy In Kentucky, Zachary John Leitch 2012 University of Kentucky

Private Landowner Intent To Supply Forest Biomass For Energy In Kentucky, Zachary John Leitch

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is taking steps to expand bioenergy production in response to federal policy initiatives as well as environmental and energy security concerns. The success of this industry will be impacted by the supply of feedstock available from private individuals who own a majority (78%) of forest resources in the state. Despite a developing body of bioenergy research, little is known concerning the social availability of forest biomass for energy production. This study measures intent to harvest energy wood among family forest owners using a mail-­‐based survey and tests the effect of educational materials provided to participants. The …


A Hydrologic Characterization Of Three Headwater Mountain Wetlands In Eastern Kentucky, Usa, Catherine Hoy 2012 University of Kentucky

A Hydrologic Characterization Of Three Headwater Mountain Wetlands In Eastern Kentucky, Usa, Catherine Hoy

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

Three small (< 1 ha) mountain wetlands located in eastern Kentucky, host populations of two rare orchids, the white fringeless orchid, Platanthera integrilabia, and the crested yellow orchid, Platanthera cristata. Recently, concern has arisen about the persistence of the orchids. To better understand these wetlands and determine if hydrology is affecting the orchid populations, a hydrologic characterization study was initiated in 2009. Each wetland was equipped with a well nest consisting of piezometers, tensiometers, and a shallow well with a data logging pressure transducer. Chemistry and stable isotopes analysis (deuterium and 18O) of groundwater and precipitation were analyzed, and soil, topographic and channel cross-section surveys were conducted. Hydrology data suggest the primary source of water …


Effectiveness Of Elevated Skid Trail Headwater Stream Crossings In The Cumberland Plateau, Christopher D. Reeves 2012 Univeristy of Kentucky

Effectiveness Of Elevated Skid Trail Headwater Stream Crossings In The Cumberland Plateau, Christopher D. Reeves

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

One of the primary concerns associated with timber harvesting is the production of sediments from stream crossings. While research has shown that using improved haul road crossings can mitigate sediment production in perennial streams compared to the use of unimproved crossings little research has been undertaken on temporary skidder crossings of headwater streams, a situation common to a significant percentage of ground skidding operations. This experiment consisted of a controlled replicated testing of the effectiveness of four types of temporary skidder stream crossings (unimproved ford, corrugated culvert, wood panel skidder bridge, and PVC pipe bundle) relative to bedload and suspended …


Socio-Economic Study Of Community Forests In Mid Hills Region Of Nepal, Birendra K.C. 2012 University of Kentucky

Socio-Economic Study Of Community Forests In Mid Hills Region Of Nepal, Birendra K.C.

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

This research looks at some issues confronting community forestry in Nepal. Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was used to analyze the issues confronting community forestry in mid hills region of Nepal. Results indicate that experts as well as local community users think positive aspects of community forestry to be more important than its negative aspects. In addition, through the comparison of three forest types, Alnus nepalensis found to be the most important forest type for conservation and Schima-Castanopsis to be the most important forest type for local benefits. Similarly, results also indicate that increase in carbon prices lengthen an optimal rotation …


Effects Of Midstory Removal And Shoot Clipping On The Growth And Development Of Three Oak Species, Jared Matthew Craig 2012 University of Kentucky

Effects Of Midstory Removal And Shoot Clipping On The Growth And Development Of Three Oak Species, Jared Matthew Craig

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

Problems developing tall oak seedlings of high abundance have become a concern throughout many eastern hardwood forests. The decline in oak seedling recruitment into canopy positions is often attributed to the increasing abundance of shade tolerant midstory species, especially red maple (Acer rubrum L.). Studies have shown that increasing light to the understory by way of a midstory removal has the ability to favor oak seedlings over competitors. The majority of studies to date have examined northern red (Quercus rubra L.) and cherrybark oak (Quercus pagoda Raf.) on productive sites, but relatively little is …


A Comparison Of Noninvasive Survey Methods For Monitoring Mesocarnivore Populations In Kentucky, Bryan Matthew Tom 2012 University of Kentucky

A Comparison Of Noninvasive Survey Methods For Monitoring Mesocarnivore Populations In Kentucky, Bryan Matthew Tom

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

Harvest data are typically used to evaluate mesocarnivore population dynamics in many states, including Kentucky. While relatively easy to collect, these data are subject to reporting biases, and inferences about population trends can often only be made at coarse spatial scales. Gray fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus), bobcat (Lynx rufus), and coyote (Canis latrans) populations in Kentucky are managed primarily through harvest data used to establish future harvest quotas. Increasingly, noninvasive survey methods have been used to characterize a number of population parameters for a variety of species; however, successful use of these methods is often …


Control And Passive Treatment Of Runoff From Horse Muck Storage Structures Using Rain Gardens, Hillary K. Otte 2012 University of Kentucky

Control And Passive Treatment Of Runoff From Horse Muck Storage Structures Using Rain Gardens, Hillary K. Otte

Theses and Dissertations--Forestry and Natural Resources

Runoff from livestock operations may contain a variety of pathogens and high levels of nutrients and other harmful contaminants, and is of particular concern in central Kentucky as watersheds are threatened by waste generated from a high concentration of equine activity. Rain gardens are a type of stormwater management tool used to capture and passively treat runoff. This project aimed to incorporate rain gardens into the horse muck storage structures at a thoroughbred facility in the Canr Run watershed in Lexington, Kentucky. Water quality data from soil water within two rain garden muck pads and two control pads, and grab …


Development And Deployment Of A Bioreactor For The Removal Of Sulfate And Manganese From Circumneutral Coal Mine Drainage, C. B. Mastin, J. D. Edwards, Christopher D. Barton, Anastasios D. Karathanasis, Carmen T. Agouridis, Richard C. Warner 2012 US Department of Interior

Development And Deployment Of A Bioreactor For The Removal Of Sulfate And Manganese From Circumneutral Coal Mine Drainage, C. B. Mastin, J. D. Edwards, Christopher D. Barton, Anastasios D. Karathanasis, Carmen T. Agouridis, Richard C. Warner

Forestry and Natural Resources Faculty Publications

Surface mining, in the form of contour mining and mountain-top removal, is a common means for retrieving coal in the Appalachian Coal Belt region of Kentucky. Overburden or excess spoil generated by these two methods is placed in valley fills. Traditionally Constructed fills have been shown to adversely impact headwater ecosystems via stream burial and through alterations to the hydrology, sediment supply, water quality and biological composition of downstream reaches. Mine drainages emanating from the toe of valley fills often contain elevated levels of total dissolved solids and heavy metals. Drainage chemistry from Guy Cove, a valley fill located in …


Towards Sustainable Communities And Human Security: Challenges Of The College Of Public Affairs And Development University Of The Philippines Los Baños, Agnes C. Rola, Josefina T. Dizon, Maria Ana T. Quimbo, Wilfredo B. Carada 2012 University of the Philippines Los Baños

Towards Sustainable Communities And Human Security: Challenges Of The College Of Public Affairs And Development University Of The Philippines Los Baños, Agnes C. Rola, Josefina T. Dizon, Maria Ana T. Quimbo, Wilfredo B. Carada

Journal of Public Affairs and Development

The College of Public Affairs (CPAf) in the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) evolved as a unit of the University with the mandate to raise the bar of applied social science scholarship by developing transdisciplinary methods in the resolution of public issues such as food security, land reform and land use, governance, population, and education. The creation of CPAf in 1998 was prompted “by the need to attune academic programs in the pursuit of UP’s mission to promote nationalism and development in the face of profound changes occurring in the global environment.” In 2011, it was renamed as …


Perspectives On The Use Of Grounded Theory In Social Development Studies, Ernesto L. Bumatay 2012 University of the Philippines Los Baños

Perspectives On The Use Of Grounded Theory In Social Development Studies, Ernesto L. Bumatay

Journal of Public Affairs and Development

This methodology paper introduces insights and perspectives on Grounded Theory (GT) as a social science research methodology. While GT emanates from the field of education, this paper shows that it can also be potentially used in development studies. The concept of the GT is first explained including the alternative views on its implementation. It has limited application in the Philippine context, and the current application that is cited is based on an education study called “Becoming Gift: A Classic Grounded Theory of Charism in Sectarian Institutions”. The end goal of the paper is to argue for the application of GT …


Theoretical Concepts And Practice Of Community Organizing, Josefina T. Dizon 2012 University of the Philippines Los Baños

Theoretical Concepts And Practice Of Community Organizing, Josefina T. Dizon

Journal of Public Affairs and Development

Community organizing, one of the methods in community development, is a Western concept adopted in the Philippines. The different definitions of foreign and local authors highlight the nature of community organizing as a process by which a community identifies its problems and finds solutions through collective mobilization of the people and resources. This paper discusses the theoretical concepts of community organizing, which include its ideological background and value orientations, assumptions and propositions, goals, approaches, and principles. Towards the end, the paper discusses the steps involved in community organizing and forwards a conceptual framework of community organizing focused on people empowerment …


Lessons In Forging Sustainable Partnerships For Rice Self-Sufficiency In Calabarzon, Mimaropa, And Bicol Regions, Mayo Grace C. Amit, Nelson Jose Vincent B. Querijero 2012 University of the Philippines Los Baños

Lessons In Forging Sustainable Partnerships For Rice Self-Sufficiency In Calabarzon, Mimaropa, And Bicol Regions, Mayo Grace C. Amit, Nelson Jose Vincent B. Querijero

Journal of Public Affairs and Development

In an era of polyvocality and multi-stakeholder partnership, the authors trace the beginnings of an initiative of the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) and other program partners in addressing food security concern through a devolved agricultural extension service. Building on inter-organizational relations theory and partnership building, UPLB served as a partnership broker among the provincial governments, municipal governments, Department of Agriculture Regional Field Units, the local state universities and colleges, and civil society organizations. The paper documents the beginnings and nuances in brokering partnerships and cites the challenges associated with promoting transdisciplinarity in UPLB known to protect specialized …


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