Journal of Resources Development and Management
https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JRDM
<p>The journal is a peer-reviewed, international and interdisciplinary research journal. The scope of the journal includes, but not limited to, economic resources, biological resources, biology and ecology research, food, water, or nesting sites, land or natural resources, renewable / non-renewable Resources, labor and human resources, infrastructure for development, resources preservations and management, energy issues, economic growth, life quality, public policy, sustainability, development and society etc.</p><p>IISTE is a member of <a href="http://www.crossref.org/01company/17crossref_members.html">CrossRef</a>.</p><p>The DOI of the journal is: https://doi.org/10.7176/JRDM</p><p> </p>en-USJournal of Resources Development and ManagementPendingDetermination of Optimal Balanced Fertilizer Rate and Irrigation Scheduling for Onion under Vertisol Soil Type
https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JRDM/article/view/62092
<p>The onion is one of the vegetable crops grown under irrigation. In order to improve crop production and productivity, irrigation is the only solution for contributing to food security, self-sufficiency, and the export market. The experiment was conducted at Debre Zeit Agricultural Research Center with the determination of the optimally balanced fertilizer rate and irrigation scheduling for onions under Vertisol soil type to determine the optimum rate of balanced fertilizers and irrigation intervals and identify the interactive effect of nutrient and moisture levels on the yield and yield quality of onion.The experimental treatments had three irrigation intervals, viz., 80% MAD, 100% MAD, and 120% MAD, and three fertilizer rates of application, viz., 100 kg ha<sup>-1</sup> NPSB, 150 kg ha<sup>-1</sup> NPSB, and 200 kg ha<sup>-1</sup>, and a control fertilizer rate of 100 kg ha<sup>-1</sup> urea. The design of the experimental plot was split into the RCBD arrangement. The experimental study result showed that Crop Growth and Physiology Parameters, Yield Parameters, and water productivity had no significant difference under blended fertilizer rate application. But in irrigation intervals, plant height, marketable yield, and total bulb yield of onion were significantly affected. The highest total bulb yield of onion was recorded in the control irrigation (100% MAD) in the interval.</p> <p><strong>Keywords:</strong> Blended fertilizer, Onion, Manageable Allowable Depletion (MAD), Irrigation Scheduling.</p> <p><strong>DOI:</strong> 10.7176/JRDM/93-01</p> <p><strong>Publication date: </strong>January 31<sup>st</sup> 2024</p>Gebeyehu Tegenu93Influence of Mulch on Soil Physical Properties Improvement: A Review
https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JRDM/article/view/62093
<p>Know a day soil properties affected by different agricultural practice, consequently disturbing the balance of soil ecosystem worldwide. Therefore, eco-friendly agricultural practices for sustainable food production are required. This review paper focuses on multiple significant influences of mulches for the improvements of soil physical properties. It is well known that Adding mulch to the soil improves its qualities, in particular the soil physical properties, most likely via bringing the soil's temperature into balance, raising the soil's moisture level, preventing weed growth, and enhancing microbial activity. Covering the soil surface promotes aggregate stability, prevents raindrop impact, and reduces erosion and evaporation. Mulches, especially those made of organic materials, enhance soil structure by creating conditions that encourage soil aggregation, such as increased soil water content and temperature as well as the mineralization of organic matter. Therefore, the proper mulching method could give the soil ecology the aforementioned advantages. Therefore, future research should focus on the effects of low-cost, environmentally friendly, and biodegradable mulching materials on soil microorganisms, nutrient balance, plant development, and soil erosion.</p> <p><strong>Keywords:</strong> Mulch, Soil, Soil Physical Properties</p> <p><strong>DOI:</strong> 10.7176/JRDM/93-02</p> <p><strong>Publication date: </strong>January 31<sup>st</sup> 2024</p>Getachew Mulatu93Willingness to Pay for Improved Solid Waste Management System: Analysis in Two Selected Cities of Pakistan
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<p>Solid waste management is a crucial issue in many countries around the world, and Pakistan is no exception. For two particular Pakistan cities, a better solid waste management system has been suggested as a solution to this problem. In this study, a questionnaire was developed to estimate household willingness to pay for improved solid waste management system in major metropolitan cities, Lahore, and Islamabad. Awareness on trash disposal, behavior of individuals, and society as a whole towards the environment was also investigated. The results of the study showed that households were willing to pay a significant amount for improved solid waste management systems, indicating a growing awareness and concern for environmental issues. Additionally, the study found that individuals who had a higher level of education were more likely to be aware of proper trash disposal methods and the impact of their actions on the environment. This highlights the importance of education in promoting sustainable behavior and improving environmental quality. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into household attitudes towards waste management and environmental responsibility, which can inform policy decisions aimed at promoting sustainable practices and protecting our planet for future generations.</p> <p><strong>Keywords: </strong>Willingness to pay (WTP); Solid waste management (SWM); Statistical Analysis;</p> <p><strong>DOI:</strong> 10.7176/JRDM/93-03</p> <p><strong>Publication date: </strong>January 31<sup>st</sup> 2024</p><p> </p>Fatima Sana Rai93Employees Learning and Performance of Metropolitan Governments In Kenya
https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JRDM/article/view/62095
<p>This study endeavoured to establish the relationship between Employees learning and performance of Metropolitan governments in Kenya. The specific objectives were; Employee training management, Employee talent management, Employee autonomy management Employee education management on performance of Metropolitan governments in Kenya. This study used descriptive research design. The targeted population was 521 respondents, who comprised the heads of the Human resource Management from sub County within metropolitan governments. The results was over 0.7 for reliability and over 0.5 for construct content validity test. The study concludes and recommends that management should give better understanding of metropolitan governments an optimization as they endeavor to grow in future.</p> <p><strong>Keywords:</strong> Employee training management, Employee talent management, Employee autonomy management, Employee education management and performance of Metropolitan governments</p> <p><strong>DOI:</strong> 10.7176/JRDM/93-04</p> <p><strong>Publication date: </strong>January 31<sup>st</sup> 2024</p>Rahab Gichuhi Wairimu93