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- Use of Innovative Technologies in Sustainable Livestock Production
Authors: Murat Kahraman; Hasan Yılmaz
Abstract: Despite the increase in the world population and food needs day by day, there are serious pressures on food production. In order for these pressures to be alleviated and production to continue in a stable manner, it is necessary to make maximum use of the innovative technologies brought by the age. At this point, it is vital that animal husbandry, which has a value and importance as an important protein source in the healthy nutrition of the society, has a sustainable structure. In this study, previous studies on innovative technologies that have the capacity to contribute to sustainable livestock have been examined. According to the findings obtained from the literature review; it is understood that the use of innovative technology contributes to sustainable animal husbandry in different ways; it still has many opportunities as it is significantly open to improvement, but small family businesses with limited capital accumulation face critical obstacles in catching these contributions and opportunities. Therefore, it is important for governments to implement incentive and support policies specifically designed for the use of innovative technologies in livestock production. In addition, farmer training and extension programs need to be implemented to educate farmers on the use of innovative technologies and to improve technology literacy in order to expand the use of innovative technologies.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Effect of Ozonated Water on Fruit Quality of Capia Pepper During Storage
Authors: Yasin Şimşek; Mehmet Ali Koyuncu
Abstract: The effect of ozonated water (1 ppm) on quality of capia pepper cv. ‘Kaptan’ (Capsicum annuum) during storage was investigated. The peppers, harvested at the optimum stage, were transported to the laboratory immediately. The uniform and quality fruit, reflecting the characteristics of variety, were selected and pre-cooled. After pre-cooling, the fruits were divided into 2 groups. The first group was immersed in cold water (5-6 °C) containing 1 ppm ozone for 15 minutes. The second group (control) was immersed in distilled water (5-6 °C) for 15 minutes. After dipping, peppers were kept in room conditions for 30 minutes to remove excess water and placed in modified atmosphere bags (MAP). Treated fruits were stored at 8±1 °C and 90±5% relative humidity for 25 days and plus 1 day at room conditions. Weight loss, fruit firmness, TSS, TA, respiration rate, fruit skin color, and sensory quality of peppers were determined at 6-day intervals during storage. As a result, ozone treatment was more effective in reducing the weight loss and respiration rate, and preserving fruit firmness and sensory quality of peppers. The capia pepper treated with 1 ppm ozonated water could be stored for 21 days in MAP under these conditions.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Determination of the Effects of the Use of Different Ratios of Triticale
As A Support Plant on Seed Production of Hungarian Vetch
Authors: Aytaç Zafer Alıcı; Mevlüt Türk
Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the effect of different rates of triticale intercropping as a support crop on Hungarian vetch seed production at Eskişehir Geçit Kuşağı Agricultural Research Institute in the 2021-2022 growing season. Akçalar variety of Hungarian vetch and Karma-2000 variety of triticale were used in the experiment. The experiment was conducted according to the randomized complete block design with 3 replications. In the study, triticale was mixed into Hungarian vetch at 7 different rates (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30%). In the research, plant height, number of pods per plant, number of seeds per pod, thousand seed weight, biological yield, seed yield and straw yield were examined. Application of different rates of triticale had a statistically significant effect on all examined parameters. According to the research results, depending on the triticale ratios, plant height is 44.10-57.50 cm, number of pods per plant is 9.9-16.27, number of grains per pod is 4.33-5.67, thousand seed weight is 44.83-47.93 g, biological yield is 1651.7-5552.7 kg ha-1, seed yield varied between 189.2-730.5 kg ha-1, straw yield varied between 1460.8-4819.5 kg ha-1. As a result, it was determined that the addition of 10% triticale as a support crop was the most suitable result in Hungarian vetch seed production in Eskişehir ecological conditions.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Determination of the Effects of Different Nitrogen and Phosphorus Doses on
the Hay Yield and Quality of Hungarian Vetch+Barley Mixture in Konya
Conditions
Authors: Ömer Faruk Kökcüler; Mevlüt Türk
Abstract: This study was conducted in Konya during the 2022-2023 growing period to determine the effects of different nitrogen and phosphorus doses on the yield and quality of the Hungarian vetch + barley mixture. The study was conducted with three replications according to randomized blocks design with factorial arrangement. In the study, five different nitrogen doses (0, 3, 6, 9, and 12 kg da-1) and four different phosphorus doses (0, 4, 8, and 12 kg da-1) were applied. The research examined plant height, hay yield, crude protein ratio, crude protein yield, acid detergent fiber (ADF) ratio, neutral detergent fiber (NDF) ratio, total digestible nutrients (TDN) and relative feed values (RFV). As fertilizer doses increased, plant height, hay yield, crude protein ratio, crude protein yield, total digestible nutrients and relative feed values increased significantly, while ADF and NDF ratios decreased. The highest hay yield was found as 887.4 and 931.6 kg da-1 and were obtained from the plots where 12 kg da-1 nitrogen x 8 kg da-1 phosphorus and 12 kg da-1 nitrogen x 12 kg da-1 phosphorus were applied respectively. In conclusion; in Konya and similar ecological conditions, 12 kg da-1 N + 8 kg da-1 P2O5 fertilizer doses can be recommended for high-yield and quality forage production in Hungarian vetch + barley mixture.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Cost and Profitability Analysis of Apple Enterprises with and without
Agricultural Insurance: The Case of Denizli Province Çivril District
Authors: Ayşe Tekin; Bahri Karlı
Abstract: Apples are among the most important fruits produced and traded economically globally. According to 2022 data, Türkiye ranks 2nd after China in apple production among 95 apple producing countries worldwide. Isparta, Karaman, Niğde, Antalya, Denizli, Konya, Konya, Kayseri and Mersin provinces are the leading provinces in apple production in Türkiye. The research data were obtained through face-to-face interviews with the producers using questionnaire. The average production costs per enterprise of apple producers were calculated as 70 254.18 TRY. It was determined that 57.18% of this was variable costs and 42.82% was fixed costs. The production costs of the producers who had insurance were 97 597.14 TRY, and 42 911.22 TRY for the producers who did not have insurance. The gross production value of the enterprises was determined as 120 318.06 TRY for the producers with insurance and 51 206.25 TRY for the producers without insurance. In terms of profitability indicators of the producers, it was revealed that the enterprises with insurance (1.23) obtained higher profit than those without insurance (1.19) relative profit. In terms of profit margin per kilogram in apple production, it was determined that the enterprises with insurance (0.20 TRY/kg) were more advantageous than the enterprises without insurance (0.15 TRY/kg). As the agricultural insurance practice becomes widespread and the rate of agricultural insurance coverage for producers increases, producers may suffer less damage from natural disasters, and their financial losses may decrease.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- An Essay on the Thermodynamics Laws of Economics
Authors: Ünal Çamdalı
Abstract: In this study, first the significance and main principles of thermodynamics are introduced. In addition, the laws of thermodynamics, especially the basic mathematic equations regarding the zeroth, first and the second laws of thermodynamics are given in thermodynamics terminology. Then, the relationship between these laws and economics is defined. When these relationships are defined, the mathematical expressions of the laws have been taken into account and the analogies of these laws for economics have been determined. Thermodynamic systems like a heat pump and economic systems like a bank have been used in the analogy. In this context, for a heat pump cycle, it will be possible to periodically produce, for example, 5 kWh of energy (heat) by consuming 1 kWh of energy (work) or by investing in energy, with the same principle. Similarly, banks also periodically collect resources from savers, for example at 5% interest, and make a profit by making them available to investors at 10% interest. It follows that economic processes such as the market and thermodynamic processes such as the engine are subject to similar laws. This study aims at making a small contribution to the Turkish literature in this area.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Identification of Certain Surface Characteristics of Balau Red (Shorea
guiso) Wood Treated with Wood Bleaching Chemicals Followed by Wax
Treatment
Authors: Hüseyin Peker; Elif Hümeyra Bilginer, Ümit Ayata, Osman Çamlıbel, Levent Gürleyen
Abstract: Balau red (Shorea guiso) wood is used in construction abroad, in beams, other parts of houses, and vehicle frames. In this study, some surface properties of balau red (Shorea guiso) wood treated with wax (single coat) after the application of wood bleaching chemicals [single-component (C2H2O4) and double-component (H2O2+NaOH)] were investigated, including color parameters, glossiness, and whiteness index (WI*). Six different experimental groups were formed [control, single-component bleaching process, double-component bleaching process, wax treatment, single-component bleaching + wax, and double-component bleaching + wax]. According to the obtained results, variance analysis tests were found to be significant across all tests. WI* values perpendicular to the fibers and the a* value showed a decrease with both single and double-component bleaching chemicals, while the ho value exhibited an increase. Wax application resulted in decreases in WI* values in both perpendicular and parallel directions to the fibers. The glossiness values for all degrees and directions decreased with the five different treatments.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Determination of Grain Yield and Quality Characteristics of Oat (Avena
sativa L.) Varieties/Lines under Isparta Conditions
Authors: Gülsüm Güngörer; İlknur Akgün
Abstract: In this study, 6 oat varieties (Küçükyayla, Diriliş, Yeniçeri, Halkalı, Kırklar and Kahraman), 3 advanced generation lines (YBUD-4, YBUD-9 and YBUD-18) and 3 local populations (Kütahya, Afyonkarahisar, Isparta) were examined for some agronomic and quality characteristics under Isparta conditions. The study was conducted in 2022 with 3 replications according to the randomized blocks experimental design and 500 seeds were sown per square meter. It was determined that the differences between the genotypes in terms of the traits examined in the study were statistically significant. In the study, grain yield varied between 189.33-297.67 kg/da, biological yield varied between 714.00-966.67 kg/da, harvest index varied between 25.64-31.61%, thousand grain weight varied between 27.49-48.60 g, crude protein rate varied between 10.59-14.92% and scab rate varied between 33.50-49.30%. In conclusion, considering the grain yield and biological yield values, it was determined that the advanced generation lines YBUD-4 and YBUD-9, Kahraman and Küçükyayla varieties can be sown as summer crops under Isparta conditions. Crude protein ratios of oat populations obtained from different locations (Isparta, Kütahya and Afyonkarahisar) were found to be lower than other oat varieties and lines.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
- Face Recognition Based Student Tracking System
Authors: Hümeyra Turan; Habib Doğan
Abstract: The rapid development of technology has resulted in the emergence of different approaches in automation systems and has led to the intensive use of biometric-based recognitions. In this study, a class attendance system has been developed using face recognition, one of the biometric-based systems, in order to make students' attendance to a class effectively and easily and to prevent time waste. With the application implemented using Phyton programming language and OpenCV library, both single and multiple face recognition processes and face recognition processes in the case of wearing a medical mask were successfully performed. In the system where students who are not enrolled in the course are coded as guest students, the name of the student whose face is recognized can also be voiced with a voice warning when desired. The results are stored in a csv file on a date-based basis and the attendance status of the students can be statistically analyzed if desired. It is predicted that the study will provide improvements in attendance processes in educational institutions and if implemented, it can be made much more effective by supporting it with different mobile platforms.
PubDate: Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +030
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