Singh, A. K.

• Storage and Sequestration of Carbon by Leguminous and Non-leguminous Trees on Red Lateritic Soil of Chhattisgarh

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Authors

S. K. Dhruw , Lalji Singh , A. K. Singh

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Indian Forester, Vol 135, No 4 (2009), Pagination: 531-538

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In the present study, the storage and sequestration of carbon is described for leguminous trees (Cassia siamia, Dalbergia sissoo) vs. non-leguminous tree (Tectona grandis Linn. f.) in red lateritic soil of Chhattisgarh. Carbon concentrations of different components of eight year old trees were found to be 39.3-42.55 per cent, 41.06-43.3 per cent and 40.74-46.5 per cent, 44.4- 45.3 per cent in leaves, branches, stems and ischolar_mains respectively. Total storage of carbon ranged from 1,354.7 to 3,079.86 kg ha^-1. Out of the total stored carbon, 70 per cent were estimated to be in above ground parts while 30 percent in below ground parts. Storage of carbon was greater in leguminous trees. Similarly, carbon sequestration was also higher by leguminous trees compared to that of non-leguminous trees. Rate of carbon sequestration was a substantial i.e. 31 per cent for below ground ischolar_main the same for above ground components was 69 per cent. Study reveals the potential of leguminous trees in storage and sequestration of carbon in red lateritic soil and has implications for restoration of degraded land.

Keywords

Leguminous Trees, Cassia siamia, Dalbergia sissoo, Non-leguminous Trees, Tectona
grandis, Carbon Storage, Carbon Sequestration, Red Lateritic Soil, Chhattisgarh

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• Volatiles of Taxus baccata L. as Attractants in Control of a Destructive Insect Pest Bactrocera cucurbitae Coquillett

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R. C. Gupta , A. K. Singh , R. L. Fotedar , S. S. Gahalain

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Indian Forester, Vol 135, No 11 (2009), Pagination: 1594-1597

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• Comparative Effectiveness of Different Grass Species on Reduction of Runoff, Soil Loss in Semi-arid Black Soil Region

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R. N. Adhikari , M. S. Rama Mohan Rao , A. K. Singh , K. K. Reddy

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Indian Forester, Vol 134, No 1 (2008), Pagination: 51-56

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Vegetative measures for soil & water conservation are preferred due to their efficacy and cost effectiveness. A study conducted during 1996-2000 in black soil semi-arid region showed that among the commonly occurring grasses, Cenchrus ciliaris, Dichanthium annulatum and Cymbopogon martini were most effective in reducing surface runoff which ranged from 9 to 12%, while sediment loss varied from 500 - 1000 kg/ha and was below permissible limits of 5 t/ha/year. Cymbopogon has drought resistance and capability to withstand limited grazing. It also gives comparatively more (1.7 to 2.4 times) biomass production with aromatic uses. Thus, from a holistic perspective Cymbopogon is recommended for conservation and production. By artificial seeding on large scale, Cymbopogon, Ciliaris and Dichanthium can replace the Sehima species which has currently failed to survive due to changed environment.

Keywords

Grass Species, Run-off, Soil Loss, Semi-arid, Black Soil

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• Spatial Variability of pH and Organic Carbon in Soils under Bamboo Based Agroforestry Models in a Degraded Area

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Bipin Behari , Rashmi Agarwal , A. K. Singh , S. K. Banerjee

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Indian Forester, Vol 130, No 5 (2004), Pagination: 521-529

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Spatial variability of surface soil pH and organic carbon was studied in perpendicular transects at sites in near Jabalpur (M.P.) put to bamboo based agroforestry models and compared to control for two continuous years. The land under present study was degraded and occurs in a continuous path. Though, there was no systematic pattern of variation of values of pH and organic carbon in different directions, there was slightly less variability in North-South direction as compared to East-West direction. Overall, heterogeneity was found to be more in the first year than second year (i.e two seasons of agro-forestry land use). Shrubs and herbs invaded through bamboo based agroforestry practices in the degraded sites form the center of influence from which soil properties vary spatially.

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• Utilization of Wastelands for Growing Medicinal Plants

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A. K. Singh , S. K. Banerjee , P. K. Shukla

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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 1 (2003), Pagination: 119-129

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Medicinal plants form an integral part of rural and urban lifestyle. But many of the species have reached the stage of 'endangered and threatened' because of over-exploitation of forests, uncontrolled grazing and fire. In India nearly 175 million ha of land is degraded, out of which 93 million ha is lying waste. This land is not suitable for growing agricultural crops economically but can be effectively used for growing medicinal plants after proper management. In this review, species suitability for different types of wastelands, proper amendments for boosting the growth of these plants etc. have been discussed in length.

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• Impact of Flyash on Foliar Chemical and Biochemical Compositon of Naturally Occurring Ground Flora and its Possible Utilization for Growing Tree Crops

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Authors

Saikat Banerjee , A. K. Singh , S. K. Banerjee

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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 8 (2003), Pagination: 964-978

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Attempts have been made to study the impact of flyash generated from Shaktinagar (UP) Thermal Power Plant on foliar chemical and biochemical parameters of Ipomea cornea, Cassia tora and Acaica nilotica naturally growing on flyash dyke. The present study also aims at assessing performance of different tree species planted in a 12 years old flyash dyke and ground cover development in the plantation area. From the results, it is apparent that flyash severely affects the plants by changing the chemical (N, P, K, Ca and Mg) and biochemical (protein, carbohydrate, chlorophyll, ascorbic acid compositions). Protein, carbohydrates, chlorophyll and ascorbic acid decrease significantly with a significant increase of phenols of the plant species grown on flyash (N, P, K, Ca and Mg also decrease when compared to control). Since major part of the ash comprises Si0₂, AI₂ 0₃ and oxides of iron and other toxic metals, these oxides are absorbed by the leaves through stomata when the ashes are deposited on the leaves and also through uptake of the oxides by ischolar_main systems. The increase of phenols helps in imparting resistance to the plants against stress conditions and insect attacks. The results also reveal that although the flyash is refractory in nature, it can well respond to some species if planted after its stabilization which normally takes 4 to 5 years. Species like Gmelina arobrea, Grevillea pteridifolia and Emblica officinalis are more suitable for planting this site both with respect to amelioration and biomass production. However, other species likeAlbiziaprocera, Albizia lebbek, Azadirachta indica, Acacia catechu, Prosopis juliflora etc. may also do well. Planting of these species results induced succession development in which Tephrosia- Desmodium-Polygonum have been found to be the stable community and these three species share the major niche space.

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• Cost Effectiveness of Different Containerized Nursery Technologies

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Mohit Gera , A. K. Singh , Pritam Chand

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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 10 (2003), Pagination: 1201-1210

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Modern nursery methods of seedling production , viz. , 150cc and 300cc ischolar_main trainers , improved polythene bag seedling production system (Mounted Angle Iron beds) were compared with the conventional nursery production system by raising of seedlings of four tree species viz. , Acacia catechu , Albizia lebbek , Azadirachta indica and Pinus roxburghii , on the basis of costs involved and benefits rcceived. In order to bring commonality of comparisons , the study involved raising of 8000 seedlings every year using selected seedling production systems on continuous basis for ten years. The results have revealed that seedlings raised on Mounted Angle Iron (MAI) beds recorded not only appreciable values on height and collar diameter but also gave better values on seedling quality parameters. Also , the seedlings raised on MAI beds were found to be most cost effective when compared with other nursery systems on the basis of benefit cost analysis.

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• Response of Conservation Measures on the Growth of Planted Species and Improvement in Soil Properties in a Degraded Area

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S. K. Banerjee , A. K. Singh , A. Jain , P. K. Shukla

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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 12 (2003), Pagination: 1504-1516

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Land degradation is a global phenomenon. Endless desires of man have put enormous pressure on this valuable natural resource. India is reported to have 175 million ha of land under various stages of degradation. Deforestation and improper land management are the main reasons. The great diversity in topographic conditions is responsible for an annual loss of about 6000 million tonnes of top fertile soil. Any improvement programme concerning soil health can not be achieved unless it incorporates soil and water conservation. Studies were conducted to assess improvement in soil properties due to adoption of soil-water conservation method (staggered trenching) on hilly slope in Jabalpur District of Madhya Pradesh , India. At site I Tectona grandis was planted at 2 m × 2 m spacing and in between rows staggered trenches of 3 m × 0.5 m × 0.5 m were dug. Observations recorded after 4.5 years of planting showed considerable improvement in soil properties , more so on the lower slope in respect of organic carbon , available nutrients (N , P and K) etc. Soil loss has also been reduced to a considerable extent. At site II Albizia procera and Albizia lebbek were planted and soil-water conservation measures were adopted in a similar way as at site I. This site also showed remarkable degree of improvement in soil properties at 4.5 years of age. Originally both sites were having highly eroded surface and the soil depth was as less as 15 to 20 cm underlain by hard rock and morrum. The soils were quite deficient in nutrients and were having low water building capacity. The growth of planted species was significantly higher than control.

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• Chemical and Biochemical Composition of Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss) Leaves in Relation to Soils of Different Agro-climatic Zones

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Avinash Jain , A. K. Singh , Hori Lal , S. K. Banerjee

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Indian Forester, Vol 128, No 7 (2002), Pagination: 786-794

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An attempt has been made to analyse chemical and biochemical characters of Neem leaves from eleven agroclimatic regions of Madhya Pradesh , Chhattisgarh and Orissa and correlate them with soil properties and geographical ordinates so as to obtain maximum productivity of desired character from that site or artificial induction of suitable environment for better productivity and the desired characters. The data revealed that the amount of leaf protein varied from 8.76 to 15.48% and polyphenols from 2.42 to 7.10%. The marginal variation in leaf nitrogen (1.35 to 2.47%) of different sites indicates that uptake potential and availability of nutrients are almost similar. Polyphenols showed significant negative relation with soil p^H , calcium content in leaves and available soil nitrogen. From the results it may be concluded that Neem trees are suited in slightly alkaline soils having better available nutrient status. Environmental and edaphic factors as well as geographical latitude play significant role in increasing productivity of the tree.

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• Vegetation Development in a Degraded Area under Bamboo Based Agro-Forestry System

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Bipin Behari , Rashmi Agarwal , A. K. Singh , S. K. Banerjee

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Indian Forester, Vol 126, No 7 (2000), Pagination: 701-720

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The phyto-sociological aspects of the highly degraded basaltic tract of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh were studied to assess the impact of Agro-forestry models of Bamboo cultivation with the short term agricultural crops on the restoration of ecology. The ground flora was recorded at four Agro-forestry sites with a control in October, 1996 and 1997. The results obtained from the study revealed that there was considerable increase in number of species, diversity index and species richness as compared to control in both the years. The increase was more conspicuous in the second year. Poaceae was found to be the dominant family on all the sites. Reduction in number of species at the control site has been attributed to the heavy biotic interference. The ecological parameters studied revealed that the degraded agricultural lands can be ecological restored and improved fast through the development of Bamboo based Agro-forestry models.

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• Role of Stop Dam in Economic and Eco-development - a Case Study

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P. K. Singh , A. K. Singh

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Indian Forester, Vol 122, No 12 (1996), Pagination: 1109-1113

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This paper presents the case study about economxy and ecological sustainability of stop dams constructed in Noradehi (Wildlife) Forest Division, Sagar. This Wildlife Division includes 1197 km² of geographical area and it includes the ports of Sagar, Damoh and Narsingpur Districts of Madhya Pradesh. Under eco-development approach stop dams were constructed to solve the minor irrigation problem of villagers. The native rural population of the area are very poor and mainly depend on agriculture for their livelyhood. All the stop dams in the study are masonry structures of 2m height. The benefit/cost ratio (B/C) of stop dams have been evaluated. The benefit was calculated by deducting the value of produce before the construction from the value of produce after the construction of dam. The study revealed that these dams are economically viable as they give their cost recovery as quickly as in one year time. These dams are ecologically sustainable as these dams do not create adverse effects on environment viz. submergence of forest land, loss of flora and fauna, risk of reservoir induced seismicity, problem of rehabilitation, problem of change in micro-climate etc. Thus these dams prove to be very promising and will have tremendous scope for betterment of socio-economic rural upliftment.

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• Effect of Compost and Fertilizers on Growth of Albizia procera in Coal Mine overburden

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A. K. Singh , A. J. Williams , R. B. Singh , S. K. Banerjee

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Indian Forester, Vol 121, No 2 (1995), Pagination: 132-136

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The effect of different combinations of Soil and Compost as well as different sources of nitrogen on growth of Albizia procera in coal mine overburden ofTalcher, Orissa was studied. Results obtained indicated that, for different nitrogenous fertilizers applied @ 150 ppm with basal dose of 25 ppm P₂0₅ and 100 ppm K₂0 Albizia procera showed better response to ammonium sulphate as compared to control. However, number of nodules was maximum in ammonium chloride treated sample, while ischolar_main was longest in control. In another experiment, best growth performance of the species was recorded in treatment receiving 1 : 2 soil-compost mixture (v/v) followed by 1 : 1 and 1 : 0.5 soil-compost mixture and control.

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• Change in Population Structure of some Dominant Tree Species of Dry Peninsular Sal forest

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Ravindra Kumar , A. K. Singh , S. G. Abbas

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Indian Forester, Vol 120, No 4 (1994), Pagination: 343-348

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The effect of biotic disturbances in population structure of six important tree species of dry peninsular sal forest has been studied during present study. The total reduction in tree density was recorded as 33% in disturbed (Unprotected) forest site and 9% in protected forest site. The reduction in density of dominant trees species was 10% and 27%, respectively for Shorea robusta and Terminalia tomentosa in disturbed forest site, while it was 4% and 10%, respectively in protected forest site. It was inferred that the disturbance in forest effects the phytosociologicals status of the site.

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• Poplar (Populus deltoides Bartram Ex Marshall) In Forest and Agro-forestry Systems

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Authors

Kamla Singh , P. Ram , A. K. Singh , A. Hussain

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Indian Forester, Vol 114, No 11 (1988), Pagination: 814-818

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The suitability of poplar for agro-forestry was studied. The poplar plantation done in blocks or in a single row on field bunds, roads or along irrigation channels was found economical. In agro-forestry the trees attained economical growth in five year's period only with a net income of Rs. 22048/ha/year. Poplar trees grown along form boundaries/channels attained comparable growth within a period of three years as against five years period under agro forestry with a net income of Rs. 11067 in three years to Rs. 41250 in seven years. To make this programme endurable in the farming system, fresh planting of trees before the harvest of matured trees is recommended.

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• Evaluation of Essential oil in Eucalyptus Varieties Grown in Kumaon Hills (Ranikhed), Uttar Pradesh for Timber

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A. K. Singh , A. K. Bhattacharya , Kamla Singh , B. N. Diwedi

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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 3 (1986), Pagination: 223-228

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Fourteen different Eucalypts grown in Kumaon Hills (Ranikhet) for timber were studied for their essential oils together with their. Growth parameters E. viminalls followed by E. microcorys was found to be the best for timber and all both, while E. robertsonli was the highest oil yielding species. Feasibility of storage of leaves in open natural condition before distilling was also studied by distilling one sample of one kg leaves regularly up to 61 days and it was found that up to 30 days of storing of Eucalyptus hybrid leaves did not affect the oil content significantly. The oil content declined gradually upto 40 days after which a sharp fall in the oil content was recorded.

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• Availability of Phosphorus and Potassium and its Relationship Wiih some Important Physico-chemical Properties of some forest Soils of Pali Range, ( Shahdol, M.P).

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Authors

A. K. Singh , Arun Prasad , Balvinder Singh

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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 12 (1986), Pagination: 1094-1103

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A vailable P has a low status in the soils or Pali range (Shahdol) while status or available K is medium to high. Available P and K have a positive correlation with all the factors like clay, pH, CaCO₃, organic matter and catipn exchange capacity in the soil developed over Deccan trap. While it has a negative correlation with all the above factors except organic over in the soil developed over lametas (Calcareous). In the soils developed over Gondwans sand stone, available P and K show mixed rotationship. It shows negative correlations with some factors like clay, pH, calcium carbonate etc. and positive correlation with others like organic matter and in some profiles clay C E.C etc. Hence there is a need to study to investigate responses to P application for enhancing forest productivity.

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• Effect of Forest Covers on Physico-chemical Properties of Soils Developed on Sand Stone

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N. G. Totey , A. K. Singh , A. K. Bhowmik , P. K. Khatri

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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 4 (1986), Pagination: 314-327

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Physico-chemical properties of soils belonging to great group of Haplustali/Hapiustoli and developed from Gondwana land stone in similar physiographic and environmental conditions were studied under three forest covers Viz., miscellaneous cover, teak plantation and Eucalyptus cover in Kotma and Ghunghuti ranges of South Shahdol and North Shahdol Divisionl of M.P. respectively. Weathering processes seem to be quite active in soils under followed by Eucalyptus cover. Ratios of clay to non clay fractionl, thickness of 'A' horizon, per cent organic matter, cation exchange capacity, exchangeable Ca and Mg were more under teak cover than that of Eucalyptus. Soil pH lowered down more under Eucalyptus plantation than in teak plantation. Soluble salts were more under Eucalytus cover. Performance of Eucalyptus was better on Ghunghuti range where as teak was better on Kotma rangue Eucalyptus supports undergrowth of different tree species.

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• Studies on Essential Oil Content of Eucalyptus Species Grown in Tarai Region of Uttar Pradesh, Nainital for Timber

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A. K. Singh , A. K. Bhattacharya , Kamla Singh , R. K. Dubey , R. C. Kholia

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Indian Forester, Vol 109, No 3 (1983), Pagination: 153-158

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Seventeen Eucolyptus species grown basically for timber in Tarai region of Uttar Prodesh, were studied for its oil as well as timber value. Growth parameters and oil content differred due to species. Among all, E. teretieornis × E. camaldulensis appeared to be the best species for the purposes of timber as well as oil containing cineol used in medicines. E. saligna, E. camaldulensis, E. populifolia and E. rudis also performed better are the useful specie. For plantation. E cilriodora containing different constituent in the oil may also be a good source of citronellal and citronellol which are used in perfumery industry together with its timber value.

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• Studies on Changes in Soil Properties in Termites (Odontotarmes obesus) Gallaries Developed on Different Tree Species

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S. B. Singh , A. K. Singh , N. G. Tdtav

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Indian Forester, Vol 108, No 12 (1982), Pagination: 751-756

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Termite gall aries of Odontotermis obesus collected from the stems of different aged some living forest species showed lower calcium and higher available nitrogen, phosphorus and potash than the soil samples of the area. In general, available nitrogen, pllosphoros and potash were found in the order of termite's gallaries collected from the stem of Boswellia serrata > Madhuca indica> Acacia catechu> Bucchania lanzen > Shorea robusta> Seccopetallum tomentosa > Diospyros melanoxylon.

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• Genetic Divergence in Pod and Seed Traits of Pongamia pinnata (L.)

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Authors

A. K. Singh ¹, Afaq Majidwani ¹

Affiliations
1 School of Forestry and Environment, Allahabad Agricultural Institute Deemed University, Naini, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 142, No 8 (2016), Pagination: 748-753

Abstract

Pongamia pinnata is a medium-sized fast growing leguminous nitrogen fixing tree commonly known as Karanj. It is an excellent multipurpose tree with each and every part of the tree having specific use. Thirty Candidate Plus Trees (CPTs) of P. pinnata were selected from 30 different locations in Uttar Pradesh for the study of genetic divergence in pod and seed characters. The eight Principal Component (PCs) explained large portion (97.12%) of the total variation. The study revealed that the cluster analysis performed on the scores of the first eight PCs resulted into five clusters with cluster IV comprised highest number of ten candidate plus tree followed by cluster II, III, V and I having 7, 7, 5 and 1 CPTs, respectively. Seven PTs in cluster II (S₂, S₃, S₁₃, S₂₂, S₂₃, S₂₆ and S₂₇) had high mean values and combination of desirable traits and can be directly selected for further genetic improvement programme.

Keywords

Seeds, Genetic Divergence, Cluster Analysis, Pongamia pinnata.

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