In East African countries, the O. niloticus species is the second most important fish species in terms of economic significance. However, localized overfishing, habitat degradation, and hybridization have resulted in populations’ decline that poses a threat to this species in this area. This study assessed the genetic diversity, population structure, demographic history, and effective population size of this species along the Malagarasi River. Comparisons were made between the population genetic structure and demographic history of populations of this species from Malagarasi River and other sites in the East Africa (EA) region. The study used COI gene sequences isolated from O. niloticus species collected along the Malagarasi River and COI gene sequences of this species from other sites in the EA region. The populations of O. niloticus from the Moyowosi had the highest haplotype diversity (0.80 ± 0.06) and nucleotide diversity (0.72 ± 0.41 %). At Ilagala, the lowest haplotype diversity (0.44 ± 0.13) and nucleotide diversity (0.16 ± 0.13 %) were found. Fixation index (Fst value) analysis resulted into significant genetic difference among the populations along Malagarasi River (Fst = 0.08419, P < 0.01). The Fst values and minimum spanning haplotype network revealed genetic break between population of O. niloticus from the Malagarasi River and other sites of the EA region. In order to ensure the sustainable exploitation of O. niloticus and other threatened fish species along the Malagarasi River, these findings urge for strengthening the implementation of fisheries laws, particularly in areas where samples exhibit low genetic diversity.
Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter is Ethiopia's most significantly important grain crop; however, its productivity is quite low (1.7 tons per hectare) due to a variety of issues, including the poor yield potential of varieties produced thus far. To achieve future production improvements in tef, comprehensive study of the crop's genetic variability and variety, utilizing both genetic and morphological markers, necessary. The study was designed to assess the genetic diversity of 64 tef genotypes utilizing 10 Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) markers. This investigation took place at the Agricultural Biotechnology Research Center in Holeta, Ethiopia. Field phenotypic diversity evaluation was conducted at two distinct locations: Debre Zeit and Worabe, applied a simple lattice design during 2020/21 season. Molecular analysis of variance demonstrated a substantial proportion of variation among individuals (46 %), followed closely variation among individuals (43 %), with the least variation observed within population (11 %). Concurrently, analysis of morphological data, encompassing twenty phenotypic characteristics, revealed significant variation (P ≤ 0.01) among almost all the tested genotypes for recorded parameters, as indicated by combined analysis of variance across sites. These findings underscore the high diversity among the studied genotypes, suggesting a considerable potential for crop improvement through direct selection and intra-specific hybridization strategies. From the perspectives of both conservation and utilization of tef genetic materials, there is a pressing need for more extensive and systematic molecular level research. Promoting field trials and genotype-by-environment interaction research is crucial. These efforts will enhance our understanding of tef genetic and contribute to its effective conservation and utilization.
We aimed thought this survey 1) to investigate and compare the phytotoxicity features of eight Eucalyptus species frequently planted in southern Tunisia (Eucalyptus camaldulensis Dehn., Eucalyptus gomphocephala DC., Eucalyptus torquata Luehm., Eucalyptus microtheca F.Muell., Eucalyptus occidentalis Endl., Eucalyptus diversifolia Bonpl., Eucalyptus sargentii Maiden., and Eucalyptus torwood) on seed germination and radicle growth of Medicago sativa L., Corchorus olitorius L., Cenchrus ciliaris L., Peganum harmala L., and 2) to classify those species according to their allelopathic efficiency. The laboratory experiment was conducted using aqueous extracts made from dried and ground plant leaves to obtain concentrations of 5 % and 10 %. These were prepared alongside control treatments for comparison. Afterward, methanol extracts were utilized in the chemical composition identification procedure via HPLC-DAD-ESI-MS. Different responses were obtained for the species studied for germination and extraction. Results highlighted that C. ciliaris and P. harmala were the most susceptible to eucalypt extracts, while, M. sativa and C. olitorius were more resistant. Statistically, lower concentrations were less effective, but higher ones had noticeable inhibitory effects on seedling growth parameters. We assumed that E. occidentalis, E. gomphocephala, E. torquata and E. camaldulensis were recognized as the most noxious species, E. sargentii and E. microtheca produced moderate effects, while E. torwood and E. diversifolia were regarded as benign species. Phytochemicals especially ellagitannins and flavonols derivatives were the major compounds identified accounted for 21–78 % and 8–59 %, but hydroxycinnamic acids derivatives, gallic acid derivatives, total flavonols content and non-phenolic acids were acknowledged as the major causes for the observed outcomes.
Thirty different vetiver genotypes were grown for evaluation in the experiments at CSIR- Central Institute for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP), Lucknow, U.P. 226015, India, to assess the impact of genotype × environment interactions (GEI) on essential oil yield and chemical composition in vetiver lines grown in north India, as well as identifying appropriate genotypes and representative root digging times throughout the year for essential oil production. The interplay of genotype and environment is a significant constraint in crop development. The additive main effects and multiplicative interaction (AMMI) and the analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed significant effects for genotype (G), environment (E), and genotype × environment (GE) (p < 0.01). The primary root transverse section confirmed the changes in cortical sclerenchyma thickness and variety observed in the dug-out roots from different vetiver genotypes after six and twelve months. The quantity and number of sclerenchyma rows in the peripheral cortical region vary throughout vetiver genotypes. Following root digging, one component (Khusol content) had 40 %, while Khusilal content had 20 % for genotype VTR-23. However, after twelve months, Khusol content had 19 %, whereas Khusilal content had 41 %. The shift in essential oil makeup was apparent. The level of essential oil did not alter considerably. Based on the GGE biplot analysis, VTR-1, 11, and 14 were identified as the most stable genotypes with high essential yields; therefore, it is recommended to use these genotypes in India's enormous agriculture.