Working Document Series Open Access Improvement of Indigenous Coping Strategies of Famine-stricken areas in Darfur State, Sudan E. E. A. Ahmed · E. A. I. Elkhalil · A. E. M. Elzein · E. M. Mohammed +1 more The project scientific team held a series of meetings, validating the project work plan and setting up the appropriate criteria (academic performance, research proposals, and interviews) for the selection of the MSc candidates. Eighty nine… RUF-40750 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of honeybees pollination on sunflower seed quality and yield attributes G. H. M. Ali · H. A Asmaa · M. A. Makeen The current study examined the effects of honeybee pollination on sunflower seed and yield quality. It was conducted in two separate sites. Two treatments, honeybee pollinated and open pollinated sunflower plants assigned in a RCBD with th… RUF-40603 2023 CC BY 4.0 26 Sep 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Improving water productivity of mango trees under different irrigation water regimes B.A Adam · A.W.M. Elamin · S.A. Ibrahim In Sudan, mango trees (Mangifera indica) are irrigated through conventional basin system and therefore a huge quantity of water is lost in this traditional method. So to minimize these losses, drip irrigation system was designed, managed a… RUF-40594 2023 CC BY 4.0 26 Sep 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Modeling factors influencing production of Gum Arabic by households in Sheikan locality, North Kordofan State O. E. A. Abdelkareem · H. E. A. Adam · H. M. A. Elamin · I. E. Ibrahim +1 more Gum Arabic is a resin of immense economic and industrial value in Sudan especially among rural smallholder producers whose income and livelihood is dependent on its production. Recently, production of this important resin has seen turbulen… RUF-40110 2023 CC BY 4.0 18 May 2023
Working Document Series Open Access The effect of ghabich leaves extract on germination and seedlings growth of tomato E. H. Elsadig · O. M. Mohamed-Ahmed The aim of this study was to determine the effect of different concentrations of Ghabich (Guiera senegalensis J.F. Gmel) leaves extract on germination and seedling growth in tomato under laboratory conditions (in petri dishes). The concent… RUF-39746 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Jan 2023
Journal articles Open Access • Socio-Economic role of Acacia Senegal Gardens to Small-Scale of Gum Arabic Producers in Ennuhud Locality, West Kordofan, Sudan H. E. Adam · H. M. A. Elamin · M. Y. A. Elnour · M. El. S. Eltahir +2 more The study was carried out during 2017 – 2018 in Ennuhud Locality, West Kordofan Sudan to assess socio economic profile and silvicultural practices of small-scale gum Arabic producers. Questionnaires were distributed randomly to 186 respond… RUF-39701 2022 CC BY 4.0 14 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Assessment of Land Use and Land Cover Changes in Errahad Locality, Sudan, Using Remote Sensing and GIS H. E. A. Adam · H. M. A. Elamin · E. S. Eltahir · Y. M. Osman The study aimed to identify, assess and mapping of land use and land cover in the period of 1985 to 2015 in Errahad Locality in North Kordofan State, Sudan. In addition, to investigate the impacts of socio-economic activities on land use a… RUF-39695 2022 CC BY 4.0 14 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Value Chain Analysis for Ziziphus spina - christi in Sheikan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan O. E. A. Abdelkareem · H. A. Abdelrhman · Ibrahim M. El-Mugheira · M. El. S. Eltahir +3 more Fruit of Ziziphus spina christi (Nabag) plays an important role in the malnutrition prevention, fresh eaten or left to dry for later consumption. This study was conducted in Shiekan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan in 2019. The aim of… RUF-39451 2021 CC BY 4.0 11 Dec 2021
Journal articles Open Access Climate Variability and Change Affect Crops Yield under Rainfed Conditions: A Case Study in Gedaref State, Sudan El. M. Abdel-Rahman · M. Muna Elhag · L. A. Olaka · J. O. Onono +1 more It is projected that, on average, annual temperature will increase between 2 ◦C to 6 ◦C under high emission scenarios by the end of the 21st century, with serious consequences in food and nutrition security, especially within semi-arid reg… RUF-39428 2021 CC BY 4.0 24 Sep 2021
Journal articles Open Access Illegal harvesting threatens fruit production and seedling recruitment of Balanites aegyptiaca in Dinder Biosphere Reserve, Sudan Patrick A. Ndakidemi · A. M. E. Hamed · E. M. I. Mohammed · A.C. Treydte Illegal harvesting negatively affects the forest tree populations, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, but little is known how fruit production and seedling recruitment are impacted. We assessed recruitment parameters of Balanites aegyptia… RUF-39374 2021 CC BY 4.0 1 Aug 2021
Journal articles Open Access Anthropogenic Pressure on Tree Species Diversity, Composition, and Growth of Balanites aegyptiaca in Dinder Biosphere Reserve, Sudan Patrick A. Ndakidemi · A. M. H. Elhag · E. M. I. Mohammed · A.C. Treydte Anthropogenic disturbances, such as illegal harvesting and livestock browsing, often affect natural forests. However, the resulting tree species diversity, composition, and population structure have rarely been quantified. We assessed tree… RUF-39372 2021 CC BY 4.0 1 Aug 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Comparative study on organic fertilizer (Elkhaseeb) and inorganic fertilizers effects on tomato (Solanum lycopersicum Mill.) and cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) growth, yield and nutrient content under greenhouse conditions M. A. Eltayeb · M.M. Lubna · E.M. Rania Organic fertilizers are derived mainly from animal matter, human excreta or crop residues, while chemical fertilizers are defined as any inorganic material of wholly or partially synthetic origin, that is added to the soil to sustain plant… RUF-39350 2018 CC BY 4.0 28 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of chisel plough shank design on some soil physical properties and sorghum growth and yield attributes in Gardud soil types B.Z. Moayad · B.O. Sarra Effect of curved and obtuse shank designs of chisel plough on some physical properties of sandy clay loam and sandy clay soil as well as sorghum growth and yield attributes were studied. In sandy clay loam and sandy clay soil, the curved s… RUF-39349 2018 CC BY 4.0 28 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of Auxin (2.4-D,NAA and TDZ) on callus induction from different explants of Hibiscus sabdariffa M. K. Mohammed · T. Remaz · F. A. A. Sayed · O. E. Sayeda The production of Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle) in Sudan has increased during the last few years mainly by increasing the area under production. The crop is sold in both domestic and foreign markets. It is also important as a natural color… RUF-39345 2018 CC BY 4.0 28 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access The impact of human practices on environmental degradation and desertification in Alfula locality of West Kordofan State, Sudan A.A. Hamdon, · E.D.A. Kalthoum, The aim of this investigation was to assess the impact of human practices on environmental degradation and desertification in Alfula locality in West Kordofan, Sudan. The data used in this study were collected through focus group discussio… RUF-39334 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Journal articles Open Access Gender-based assessment of Science, Technology and Innovations ecosystem in Sudan M. A. Abdelmawla · M. Muna Elhag Science, Technology and Innovations (STI) play a critical role in each of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Despite several STI initiatives to ensure achievement of the 5th Sustainable Development goal on gender equality, the partic… RUF-39318 2020 CC BY 4.0 5 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of chisel plough shank design on some soil physical properties and sorghum growth and yield attributes in Gardud soil types B.Z. Moayad · B.O. Sarra Effect of curved and obtuse shank designs of chisel plough on some physical properties of sandy clay loam and sandy clay soil as well as sorghum growth and yield attributes were studied. In sandy clay loam and sandy clay soil, the curved s… RUF-39186 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of Auxin (2.4-D,NAA and TDZ) on callus induction from different explants of Hibiscus sabdariffa M. K. Mohammed · T. Remaz · F. A. A. Sayed · O. E. Sayeda The production of Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle) in Sudan has increased during the last few years mainly by increasing the area under production. The crop is sold in both domestic and foreign markets. It is also important as a natural color… RUF-39172 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Comparative study on organic fertilizer (Elkhaseeb) and inorganic fertilizers effects on tomato (Solanum lycopersicum Mill.) and cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) growth, yield and nutrient content under greenhouse conditions M. A. Eltayeb · M.M. Lubna · E.M. Rania Organic fertilizers are derived mainly from animal matter, human excreta or crop residues, while chemical fertilizers are defined as any inorganic material of wholly or partially synthetic origin, that is added to the soil to sustain plant… RUF-39166 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Natural regeneration of Heglig [Balanites aegyptiaca (Del.)] in the dry region of Sudan F.M. Hasabelrasoul · A.A. Mohamed Balanites aegyptiaca is a promising widely distributed tree of high economic, social, and environmental value. However, its existence is threatened. The objective of this study was to assess the natural regeneration of B. aegyptiaca in the… RUF-39059 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Contribution of non-wood forest products in income and livelihood of rural communities in the dry lands of Central Darfur State, Sudan A. M. A Alnazeer · Y. A. R. Elamin · Mustafa Hasabelrasoul Fadlelmula Non-wood forest products (NWFPs) have a considerable contribution to the livelihood systems and local economies of rural and urban societies. This study attempted to provide information on the contribution of NWFPs to the income of the rur… RUF-38889 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Losses in gum Arabic from Acacia Senegal inflicted by the Tree Locust Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon (Orthoptera: Acrididae) A. M. Abdalla · W. M. Haroon · M. Lecoq · J. M. Vassal This study was conducted in North Kordofan, Sudan during the season 2013\2014. The study aimed at assessing losses in gum productivity of Acacia senegal (g/tree) inflicted by the tree locust Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon. Experiment… RUF-38784 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic impact of Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon outbreaks on local gum arabic producers in North Kordofan, Sudan A. M. Abdalla · W. M. Haroon · M. Lecoq · M. H. Mohamed +1 more The study was conducted in North Kordofan, Sudan during 2012/2013 season. The study aimed at assessing the socio-economic impacts of the tree locust, Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon on gum arabic producers. A key informant questionnai… RUF-38779 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Breeding for watermelon chlorotic stunt viral disease resistance in watermelon M.A. G. Abdelbagi · I. H. E. Babikir · Beshir Mayada M. · R. S. Omara +1 more The white fly transmitted watermelon chlorotic stunt virus (WmCSV) is the causal agent of the most devastating disease of watermelons (Citrullus lanatus) across many African and Middle Eastern countries including Sudan. Commercial cultivar… RUF-38727 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of sowing date and genotypes on some yield components of kenaf S. I. Idres · S. A. Yousif A study was conducted at the University of Gezira in Wad Medani experimental farm in Sudan during May - September 2014 to determinate the optimum date for sowing kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.). Two kenaf genotypes, i.e., GS and RS were use… RUF-38613 2018 CC BY 4.0 4 Sep 2020