MA Hossain¹, A Akhtar², MA Maleque⁴, MS Islam³, MF Rahman¹, MS Islam⁴

¹Department of Animal Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
²Department of Livestock Services (DLS), Dhaka, Bangladesh
³Social Development Foundation (SDF), Sirajgonj, Bangladesh
⁴Palli Daridra Bimochon Foundation (PDBF), Natore, Bangladesh

The study aimed to evaluate the feeding and management practices, income generation and livelihood by rearing sheep in Sirajganj district. The study was conducted on women rearing at least five sheep at the village of Uttor Gupirpara of Songachha union of Sirajganj district. The period of data collection was from February 2014 to January 2015. The studied sheep was taken of second production cycle stage. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The woman family members were poor and illiterate (27%). The annual total cost of production of sheep was BDT 2200, while gross return and net return of household were 16800 and 14600 BDT, respectively. Food purchase, cloth purchase Educational status, social status, healthcare   and housing were increased at 22; 23, 19, 21 and 16%, respectively by rearing sheep in the studied area. Employment for women and status social acceptance of rural poor women was also increased in the studied area. The result clearly showed that creation of self- employment, good loan realization and woman livelihood improved positively through sheep rearing in the studied area by applied improved technology and scientific approaches of sheep rearing management practices.

Keywords: Livelihood improvement, Loan recovery, Sheep rearing, Women household.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: anwar.kbd82@gmail.com (MA Hossain)

How to cite this article: Hossain MA, Akhtar A, Easin M, Maleque MA, Rahman MF and Islam MS (2018). Women livelihood improvement through sheep (Ovis aries) rearing in Sirajganj district of Bangladesh. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 01-08.

Nani Gopal Saha¹, Quzi Sharmin Akter^2,3, Md. Reduanul Haque Chowdhury⁴, K. M. A. Tareq⁴, Swapon Kumar Fouzder⁵

¹Department of General Animal Science and Nutrition, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Barishal-8210, Bangladesh
²Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Barishal-8210, Bangladesh
³Laboratory of Theriogenology, Faculty of Applied Biological Sciences, Gifu University, 1-1 Yanagido, Gifu 501-1193, Japan
⁴Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Barishal-8210, Bangladesh
⁵Department of Poultry Science. Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Barishal-8210, Bangladesh

The experiment was conducted to investigate the cattle fattening programs in rural farmers at Patiya Upazilla in Chittogram District. Data were collected in a questionnaire through personal method in 30 farmers. The parameters studied were the socio-economic condition of the farmers associated with cattle fattening, problems involved in fattening, routine activities, feeding and marketing system and cost benefit analysis. Experiment was conducted to find out the effect of Urea Molasses Straw (UMS) feeding on feed intake, digestibility and growth of indigenous growing bulls. For this purpose, 6 bulls of approximately 2 years of age were randomly selected for 2 treatment groups having 3 replications in each. The socio-economic studies revealed that 30% farmers had their primary knowledge in beef fattening and then 33.33% and 20% had secondary and above secondary knowledge, respectively. About 83.33% farmers had primary and secondary level of education and 16.67% were illiterate. For fattening purposes the farmers used 1-4 bulls in different ages varying from 1-3 years of age. The duration of fattening was 3-6 months. Management condition of all bulls was almost similar. Dry matter intake was slightly higher in case of treated group than that of controlled group. There was a significant (P<0.05) difference in both intake and digestibility of crude protein (CP) treated and controlled group. Average live weight gain was higher in treated group than that of controlled group. UMS can be fed for fattening of indigenous bulls in lieu of untreated straw alone, because it enhance to rapid growth and development of the body of animals and earning relatively more of the net profit for people of Chattogram district.

Keywords: Urea molasses straw, Fattening, Beef, Chittagong.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: matareqkh@pstu.ac.bd (KMA Tareq)

How to cite this article: Saha NG, Akter QS, Chowdhury MRH, Tareq KMA and Fouzder SK (2018). Effect of urea molasses straw on beef fattening at rural areas in Chattogram district. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 09-15.

M. A. Islam¹, M. E. Haque¹, M. S. A. Shikhauu¹, M. J. Uddin¹, M. N. Uddin², M. T. Islam³, M. S. Islam⁴

¹Department of Animal Nutrition, Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet, Bangladesh
²Department of Livestock Production and Management, Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet, Bangladesh
³Department of Production and Operation, Nourish Poultry and Hatchery Ltd, Dhaka, Bangladesh
⁴DC Office, Sylhet, Bangladesh

The study was conducted to investigate the effect of dietary supplementation of spice herbs [red chili (Capsicum annum) and garlic (Allium sativum)] on growth performance of broiler chickens. A total of 450 day old Cobb-500 broiler chicks were randomly allocated to six dietary treatments each with three replicates of 25 chicks/replicate (n=75). The six experimental groups were as follows: The control group (T₀) received the commercial broiler diets whereas T₁, T₂, T₃, T₄ and T₅ groups received the commercial broiler diets with addition of 0.50%, 0.75% red chili, 0.50%, 0.75% garlic and 0.50% mixture of red chili and garlic respectively. Parameters measured were feed intake, digestibility, growth performance and blood parameter of commercial broiler chickens. Feed intake and body weight gain of birds in T₄ group were significantly (P<0.05) higher compared to all other groups. Feed conversion ratio (FCR) was significantly lower in T₃ group as compared to all other groups (P<0.05). The breast, back, liver, gizzard, heart and ESR contain were not increased significantly (p<0.05).The dressing percentages were significantly higher in the birds of T₁ group than the other groups (P<0.05). The relative weight of thigh and wing were significantly higher in T₄ group compared to other groups. However, the spleen, proventriculus, Packed cell volume (PCV) and hemoglobin contain increased significantly in T₃ group (P<0.05). The cost of production and return per bird was highly economic in treatment T₃ (Commercial feed + 0.5% garlic) as compared to other treatment groups. It is concluded that the use of garlic as feed additives (0.75% level) is more efficient to enhance the growth performance of broiler chicks.

Keywords: Broiler chickens, Garlic, Growth performance, Nutrition, Red chili.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: pappu1973bd@gmail.com (ME Haque)

How to cite this article: Islam MA, Haque ME,  Shikhauu MSA, Uddin MN, Uddin MJ, Islam MT and Islam MS (2018). Effect of red chili and garlic nutrition as feed additives on growth performance of broiler chicken. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 16-24.

Tanjila Hasan¹, Azizunnesa¹, Md. Anowar Parvez¹, Md. Monir Hossan², Pranab Paul¹

¹Department of Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Khulshi, Chittagong-4225, Bangladesh
²Veterinary Surgeon, Upazilla Livestock office, Manikganj Sadar, Manikganj, Bangladesh

Genital prolapses are prevalent throughout the world for dairy cattle as reproductive disorders. But prolapse of urinary bladder is very rare. A four years old high yielding Holstein Friesian cross bred cow was registered at Teaching Veterinary Hospital in Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) with history of recent parturition followed by urinary bladder prolapse. Physical and clinical examination was done. Explorative needle puncture revealed urine from the mass. The prolapsed was removed surgically. For further confirmation histopathology was performed. Histopathology showed huge proliferation of fibrous connective tissue within the transitional epithelium in the wall of urinary bladder. Blood sample was collected to know different parameter of blood e.g. calcium, phosphorus, magnesium etc. Post operative care was given for 14 days. The cow was followed for next one year. The cow recovered successfully without further complications. It is concluded that cystectomy is one of way for managing urinary bladder prolapsed for dairy cows. The present study is the lesson for the veterinarian and stakeholder towards successful treatment of   prolapse of urinary bladder in Bangladesh.

Keywords: Urinary bladder, Prolapse, Management, Cystectomy.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: tanjila.cvasu@gmail.com (Tanjila Hasan)

How to cite this article: Hasan T, Azizunnesa, Parvez MA, Hossan MM, Paul P (2018). Management of chronic urinary bladder prolapse by cystectomy. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 25-29.

Md. Mozzammel Hoque¹, Abu Rayhan¹, Kazi Belal Uddin¹, Samir Kumer Sarker²

¹Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute, Mymensingh-2201, Bangladesh
²Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Studies were conducted to evaluate the quality of marine dried fish products produced in improved traditional fish dryer. Three marine fish species – Silver pompfret (Pampus chinensis), Bombay duck (Harpodon nehereus) and Ribbon fish (Trichiurus haumela) were used in the present study. This dryer is made of locally available materials mainly Bamboo pole, Bamboo stick and Nylon net of different mesh size. It can be operated in different fishing yard in Cox’sBazar. The drying performance of improved traditional fish dryer was three days and one day break for cleaning. The final moisture content of the dried fish sample reached below 20%. The overall organoleptic qualities of the dried fish products obtained from both type of dryers were excellent. Maximum reconstitution of 71.98% to 78.09% was obtained for dried products at 80°C. The percentage of reconstitution increased with the increase of soaking time and temperature. The moisture content of improved traditional dryer dried fish products ranged from 16.71% to 21.1%. Protein contents on wet weight ranged from 55.2% to 60.16%. The lipid contents on wet weight basis for the products 12.9% to 18.80%. On the other hand, ash contents of the dryer were 5.18% to 7.5%. Total bacterial load varied in the range of 1.78×10³   to 9.54 ×10³  CFU/g.

Keywords: Fish drying, Practice, Quality assessment,
Cox’s Bazar.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: sunnybfri@gmail.com (Md. Mozzammel hoque)

How to cite this article: Hoque MM, Rayhan A, Uddin KB and Sarker SK (2018). Qualitative assessment of improved traditional fish drying practices in Cox’s Bazar. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 30-36.

Minhaz Uddin, Kh. Mashfiqul Hasan, Md. Shahadat Hossen, Md. Badiuzzaman Khan

Department of Environmental Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

The study was conducted at the municipal area of Mymensingh Sadar upazilla during July to November 2017. Plastic bag (polythene bag) wastes pose serious environmental pollutions and health problems in humans and animals. The situation is deranged in underdeveloped countries like Bangladesh. The aim of this survey was to evaluate the using pattern of polythene bags and their environmental impacts at Mymensingh municipal area of Bangladesh. Two semi-structured questionnaire were used to collect data from 200 randomly selected consumers and 100 retailers. The results indicated that about 35% consumers used 5-10 plastic bags per week. The results also indicated that the larger proportion (65%) of the retailers used 50-100 plastic bags per week. Low price was the main reasons of using polythene bags for consumers (42%) and lack of alternative materials were the main reasons for the widespread utilization of plastic products for retailers (31%). Among the practices used for disposal, door to door deposition (53.5%) was practiced widely by almost all the residents of the study area. Consumer claimed that air pollution (91%) and blockage of sewage lines (88.5%) were the main problems on environment and others problems were deterioration of natural beauty of environment (64%), human health problems (62%) and soil fertility reduction (48.5%). On the other hand retailers thought that air pollution (94%) and blockage of sewage lines (97%) were the main problems of polythene waste on environment and other problems were deterioration of aesthetic beauty of environment (64%), human health problems (76%) and soil fertility reduction (53%). The findings of the study also implied that the trend of using polythene bags is increasing day by day though some awareness of the respondents about the harmful effects of plastic products. In order to abate the problems associated with polythene bag wastes, it is recommended to aware the public not to use polythene bags and to use alternative materials (bags).

Keywords: People perceptions, Polythene bag, Impact on environment, Bangladesh.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: minhazuddin247@gmail.com (Minhaz Uddin)

How to cite this article: Uddin M, Hasan KM, Hossen MS and Khan MB (2018). People perceptions about using polythene bag and its impact on environment at Mymensingh in Bangladesh. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 37-43.

Md. Tajul Islam^1,3, Sadek Ahmed², Md. Abdul Hamid¹

¹Department of Animal Science and Nutrition, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Dinajpur-5200,  Bangladesh
²Sheep and Goat production research division, BLRI, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
³Department of Livestock Services, Dhaka, Bangladesh

This study was conducted to evaluate the lamb slaughter age on carcass characteristics and wholesale cuts of lamb and also the quality of lamb meat. A total of twenty four male native Bengal lambs of 06, 07 and 09 months of age were randomly selected from the herd of BLRI Sheep Research Farm with 8 lambs in each age category for this study. Lambs were raised in an intensive management system where they were supplied ad libitum German grass (Echinochloa polystachya) with a concentrate mixture of 40% Crushed Maize, 26% Soybean meal, 22% Wheat bran, 10% Rice polish, 1% Salt, 0.5% Vitamin-mineral premix and 0.5% DCP, at 1.5% of their body weight. All lambs were fasted for twenty four hours and slaughtered according to the ‘Halal’ method. Different parameters like slaughter weight, carcass weight, dressing percentage, primal cuts, edible offal, non-edible part of the carcass and proximate composition of the meat were studied. The results of this study indicate that with the increasing age, slaughter weight and carcass weight increase significantly (P<0.05) but dressing percentage not differ significantly. Similarly, Lean (meat without fat and bone), fat and bone portion in carcass also not differ significantly at 6, 7 and 9 months of lamb age. In case of primal cut of lamb carcass, only the parameters Loin and Hind shank differ significantly (P<0.05) among the treatment groups. As loin consist 12-13% of total carcass and it gives highest weight at 7 to 9 months of age thus results suggest that 7 to 9 months of age may be favorable to slaughter for lamb production. On the other hand, lamb age have no effect on edible offal and not edible part of carcass. Likewise, proximate composition of lamb meat has no significant effect among treatment groups.

Keywords: Lamb, Age, Growth, Meat, Carcass.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: tajulvet201@yahoo.com (MT Islam)

How to cite this article: Islam MT, Ahmed S and Hamid MA (2018). Effect of age on the carcass characteristics, wholesale cuts and meat quality of native Bengal lamb. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 44-50.

Tania Ahmed, Rumi Majumder, Fougea Kadir, Muhammed Mofizur Rahman

Livestock Research Institute, Mohakhali, Dhaka, Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, duck is considered as second in position, next to chicken, in terms of egg and meat production, and duck meat, which are sold in retail markets, are not frozen or chilled, but are sold raw and fresh. Since there is a great dearth of research works in duck meat preservation using low temperature in Bangladesh, the present study would demonstrate the cold behaviours of microorganisms present in duck meat, find out the presence of faecal indicators surviving during frozen storage and identify the recognizable organoleptic changes developing with prolonged storage and finally to assess the shelf life, keeping quality of duck meat during frozen storage and its impact on public health. A total of 40 samples (each weighing about 1200 gm) from two different regions (breast and shank) of 20 traditionally and 20 hygienically dressed carcasses were collected for the study. SAMPLES from each region were grouped into two categories. The first category was fresh sample (0 day storage), second one was first chilled at 2-3^o C for two hours and then kept in frozen storage and the third was directly kept in freezer storage. All these category samples were examined at 0 day, 3 days, 7 days, 14 days and 30 days of storage. The microbial loads obtained were relatively higher in case of meat samples of traditionally dressed carcasses than that of hygienically dressed carcasses and in samples under prechilled and frozen storage than samples under direct frozen storage. The total viable count (TVC) first increased at 14 days of storage then dropped and again increased at 30 days of storage. On the other hand, the total staphylococcal count (TSC) and total coliform count (TCC) decreased gradually with prolonged storage. No coliform was detected at 30 days of storage. The sensory attributes like colour, odour, consistency, texture, juiciness and the overall appearance were assessed. The total score obtained was lowest in meat samples of breast and shank region of both prechilled and frozen storage and direct frozen storage. In almost all cases prechilled and frozen storage samples attained comparatively higher sensory score at all prolonged storage periods than the direct frozen samples. The present research study emphasized the necessity for handling meat intended for frozen storage in a scrupulously sanitary manner. Moreover, in most instances, organoletptic evaluation suffices and bacteriological analysis confirm the expected acceptability and consumers’ protection of the food product.

Keywords: Duck meat, Post harvest safety, Self life
Freezer storage, Quality.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: taniadvm07@gmail.com (Tania Ahmed)

How to cite this article: Ahmed T, Majumder R, Kadir F and Rahman MM (2018). Post-harvest safety issues, shelf life and sensory characteristics of duck meat in home freezer storage. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 51-59.

Sadik Hasan Shuvo

Department of Local Government and Urban Development, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Trishal, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

The objective of this paper is to know about the hijra community and how much the society is ready to accept them. This paper is divided into two parts. First part discusses about the hijra community in Bangladesh, their life style, surroundings, struggle and the agonies of gender discrimination. Second portion discovers the readiness of the society to accept them as like as man and woman. To finalize the research data has been collected from both primary and secondary sources. To find out the reality of hijra, both male and female have been interviewed. The study found that although hijra or hermaphrodite people are human being having physical presence, love, hunger and emotion like male and female have; are not accepted by the society in Bangladesh. They are thought as a result of curse and they lead a cursed life. They have limited or no acceptance in family, society, educational institutions, politics, administration, job, etc. They are living by begging and to some extent by committing social crimes such as prostitution and drug business. Though they have the same capability a man or woman has they cannot utilize this because of social stigma.

Keywords: Hijra, Challenge, Discrimination, Mainstream, Bangladesh.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: sadik.jkkniu@gmail.com ( S.H. Sadik)

How to cite this article: Shuvo SH (2018). Life of hijra in Bangladesh: Challenges to accept in Mainstream. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 60-67.

Sadik Hasan Shuvo

Department of Local Government and Urban Development, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Trishal, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Tolerance is harmony in difference. This paper discussed about current level of tolerance in Bangladesh and means for its development along with a rigorous review of some studies relating to tolerance. This study used both primary and secondary data being both quantitative and qualitative. For primary data 62 university students both from home and abroad were selected. The nature of the study is descriptive and it follows tabular technique for analysis of data and presentation of output. The review revealed that tolerance has been given due importance in literatures of UNESCO and other organizations and researchers. All of them mentioned tolerance as an inseparable part of social peace and proposed several measures to enhance level of tolerance in the society. The study found that economic status has the highest level of tolerance (75.00%) while sexual orientation has the lowest (20.20%). Further it revealed that religious tolerance is higher than the political tolerance. The overall tolerance level was found to be 54.03%. Presence of diversity, education, progressing status and cultural acceptance were identified as means of developing tolerance in the society but education was the most important.

Keywords: Tolerance, Harmony, Diversity, Bangladesh.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: sadik.jkkniu@gmail.com ( S.H. Sadik)

How to cite this article: Shuvo SH (2018). Social tolerance in Bangladesh: current level and method for development. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 68-74.

Md. Shariful Hasan Khan^1,5, Tahmina Akter², Md. Al- Ekram³, Amit Malaker⁴_, Abul Hossain⁵

¹Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka, Bangladesh
²Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
³Department of Horticulture, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
⁴Department of Seed Science and technology, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh
⁵Department of Soil Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

A field experiment was carried out at the field laboratory of the Department of Soil Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Mymensingh during boro season (January 2014-May 2014) to find out the growth and yield performance of 5 boro rice varieties under two irrigation approaches. The experiment was laid out in a two factors Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with varieties V₁ (BRRI dhan 28), V₂ (BRR1 dhan 29), V₃ (BINA dhan 8), V₄ (BINA dhan 10) and V₅ (BR 47) at two irrigation approaches, I₁ (application of irrigation at physiological stages), I₂ (application of irrigation at critical stages). The experimental field was divided into 30 plots to apply 10 treatments with 3 replications for each treatment. The area of each unit plot was 4.0 m x 2.5 m. Recommended dose of all fertilizers and pesticides were applied. The different varieties showed variable results on different physiological attributes. For different parameters such as 1000 seed weight; the effects of varieties are statistically significant. Highest 1000-grain weight (25.95g) obtained in I₂ (application of irrigation at critical stages) and lowest (25.53g) obtained in I₁ (application of irrigation at critical stages). Experimental result showed that the weight of 1000-grain was slightly increased under irrigation approaches, I₂ (application of irrigation at critical stages) over irrigation approaches, I₁ (application of irrigation at physiological stages). The variety, V₅ (BR 47) is the tallest variety (79.54cm) and variety, V₃ (BINA dhan 8) is the shortest variety (74.20 cm) among the five varieties. Statistical variation is found in 1000 seed weight obtained in two different irrigation approaches. Grain yield is slightly decreased in I₂ (application of irrigation at critical stages) over I₁ (application of irrigation at physiological stages). The highest grain yield (6.87 t ha^-1) was observed in the combination of V₃×I₁ and lowest grain yield (5.83 t ha^-1) observed in the combination of V₅×I₂. The highest grain yield (6.63 t ha^-1) was attained in V₃ (BINA-8) and the lowest grain yield (6.01 t ha^-1) was attained in V₅ (BR-47) and it’s higher in I₂ (irrigation at physiological stages).

Keywords: Crop Production, Environment and Natural Resources, Irrigation Management, Food Security, Critical Stage Irrigation.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: tahminataniabmb@gmail.com (T Akter)

How to cite this article: Khan MSH, Akter T, Ekram MA, Malaker A and Hossain A (2018). Effects of irrigation approaches on growth and yield of different varieties of boro rice. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 75-86.

Ghulam Nabi Sehto¹, Agha Mushtaque Ahmed², Ashfaque Ahmed Nahiyoon¹, Rauf Ahmed Khan Laghari¹, Imran Ali Rajput² , Arif Ali³, Meer Muhammad Kolachi¹

¹CABI Central & West Asia International CWA Rawalpindi Pakistan
²Department of Entomology, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam, Sindh, Pakistan
³Department of Entomology, Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences, Balochistan, Pakistan

The aim of this study is on economic analysis of cotton production. The specific objectives were to describe socio-economic characteristics to determine profit in cotton production. Primary data were used for the study through interview of both better cotton farmers and control farmers. The study was conducted in the different union councils of taluka Sinjhoro at district Sanghar, Pakistan. Results found that 67% famers was recorded primary level education. The average of land respondent was recorded on 7acres /farmers having less than 20 acres were 65% and more than 20 were 35% farmers. Self-growing rate was 72% and farming experience respondent was 77%. Maximum input and expenditure was observed in control farmers as compared to lead farmers. The total cost in cotton crop was highest in control farmers and farmers benefit ration observed higher of lead farmers as compared to control famers.

Keywords: Assessment, Profit, Cotton crop.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: ranaimran234@gmail.com (Imran Ali Rajput)

How to cite this article: Sehto GN, Ahmed  AM, Nahiyoon AA, Laghari RAK, Rajput IA, Ali A and Kolachi MM  (2018). Assessment of farmer’s profitability on cotton crop at district Sanghar, Sindh, Pakistan. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 87-90.

Md. Masudul Hasan¹, A.S.M. Iqbal Hussain¹, Md. Tariqul Islam¹, Kazi Ariful Haque², S.M. Zahid Hassan¹, Tazbin Piya¹

¹Department of Agronomy, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali-8602, Bangladesh
²Department of Agricultural Chemistry, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali-8602, Bangladesh

An experiment was conducted at the Field Laboratory of the Department of Agronomy, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali to identify the optimum level(s) of K fertilizer on the aspect of higher growth and greater yield of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) during the period from May to September, 2016. The experiment consisted of three varieties of Kenaf namely HC-2 (V₁), HC-3 (V₂) and HC-95 (V₃) and four treatments on K fertilizer viz. without K (K₀), 30 kg K ha^-1 (K₃₀), 40 kg K ha^-1 (K₄₀) and 50 kg K ha^-1 (K₅₀). The two factors experiment was laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications. Obtained result of the present study revealed that all the characters of the study were affected significantly due to the effect of variety, K fertilizer and their combinations. In case of the effect of variety, HC-2 showed overall superior performance in respect of the plant height, number of internodes per plant, plant diameter, green weight with and without leaves, fiber weight fiber yield, stick weight and stick yield. However, the highest green weight with leaves and green weight without leaves were obtained from the variety HC-95, respectively. In case of the effect of K fertilizer, 40 kg K ha^-1 showed the greater effect among the whole characters studied such as plant height, number of internodes per plant, plant diameter, green weight with and without leaves, fiber weight per plant, fiber yield, stick weight and stick yield whereas the poorest effect was obtained in without fertilizer or natural condition However, the highest green weight with leaves, green weight without leaves stick weight and stick yield were obtained from the 50 kg K ha^-1, respectively. In case of the effect of interaction, the highest stick weight and stick yield were obtained from the variety HC-95 grown under 50 kg K ha^-1. The above findings of the study it was found that the 40 kg K ha^-1 was the most optimum level for remarkable production of Kenaf while most successful variety was HC-2 in the present study.

Keywords: Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.), Variety, Potassium and Fiber yield.

Corresponding author.
E-mail address: masudpstu097@gmail.com (MM Hasan)

How to cite this article: Hasan MM, Hussain ASMI, Islam MT, Haque KA, Hassan SMZ and Piya T (2018). Response of potassium on yield of different varieties of kenaf in southern region of Bangladesh. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 5(3): 91-95.