International Journal of Natural Resource Ecology and Management

Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016

  • Impact of the Gathering Pressure on Edible Snail’s Population of a Classified Forest in the South of Côte d'Ivoire

    N’dri Saint-Clair Amani, Mamadou Karamoko, Coffi Franck Didier Adou, Atcho Otchoumou

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 11-19
    Received: May 30, 2016
    Accepted: Jun. 12, 2016
    Published: Jun. 23, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.11
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    Abstract: An investigation was carried out in the department of Agboville with populations living near Yapo classified forest (Côte d’Ivoire) on the gathering of edible snails during the year 2015. This study aimed at first, to list various edible snails gathered by the bordering populations, then to identify actors of the gathering of these snails and final... Show More
  • Assessment of the Invasive Alien Plant Species Mimosa diplotricha in Shebe-Sombo, Kersa and Seka-Chekorsa Districts, Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia

    Amare Seifu, Anteneh Tamirat, Edeget Merawi, Taye Birahanu, Abiyselassie Mulatu, Yibrehu Emshaw

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 20-24
    Received: Feb. 11, 2016
    Accepted: Feb. 23, 2016
    Published: Jun. 23, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.12
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    Abstract: Invasive Alien Species (IAS) has been causing serious threats to biodiversity which need to be addressed and studied seriously. Mimosa diplotricha is an invasive plant in some parts of Africa and has recently come to Ethiopia, particularly, in Oromia Regional State, Jimma Zone. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the impacts, trend... Show More
  • Assessment of Surface and Ground Irrigation Water Quality for Small Scale Irrigation in East Shoa Zone of Oromia, Ethiopia

    Abay Challa, Anbese Ambomsa, Zelalem Shelemew

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 25-31
    Received: Jun. 06, 2016
    Accepted: Jun. 15, 2016
    Published: Jun. 28, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.13
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    Abstract: Irrigation with poor quality waters may bring undesirable elements to soil in excessive quantities affecting its fertility. The seasonal variation in surface and ground water quality of different district in East Shoa zone has been evaluated for two years from 2013/14 to 2014/15 for assessing the suitability of water for irrigation purpose. In the ... Show More
  • The Impacts of Mound-Building Termites on Micronutrients and Soil Hydraulic Properties in Parts of Borana Lowlands Southern Ethiopia

    Wondimu Tolcha Adugna, Abiyot Lellisa, Amsalu Tilahun

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 32-41
    Received: Jun. 06, 2016
    Accepted: Jun. 14, 2016
    Published: Jun. 30, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.14
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    Abstract: This study was focuses on the impact of mound- building termite on micronutrients and soil hydraulic properties in three districts of Borana zone. The condition of soil is in unfavorable condition when its physical, chemical and biological features have negative impact on environment. Knowledge on soil hydraulic properties and micro nutrient conten... Show More
  • Effects of Graded Stone Bunds on Selected Soil Properties in the Central Highlands of Ethiopia

    Abay Challa, Abdu Abdelkadir, Tefera Mengistu

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 42-50
    Received: Jun. 06, 2016
    Accepted: Jun. 15, 2016
    Published: Jul. 11, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.15
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    Abstract: Land degradation is one of the major challenges in agricultural production in many parts of the world, especially in developing nations like Ethiopia. To combat the problem different Soil and Water Conservation (SWC) measures were introduced in the country. This research was conducted in the Harowerke micro-watershed, West Showa Zone, Oromia Region... Show More
  • Effect of Land Use Land Cover Changes on the Forest Resources of Ethiopia

    Solomon Melaku Melese

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 51-57
    Received: May 18, 2016
    Accepted: May 31, 2016
    Published: Jul. 28, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.16
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    Abstract: Land cover change refers to modification of the existing land cover or complete conversion of the land cover to a new cover type. Most of these studies identified that deforestation and expansion of cultivation land in to marginal areas were the principal cause of land degradation. Change in land use and land cover may result in land degradation th... Show More
  • Conservation of Botanicals Used for Carving by the Ijaw Ethnic Group of Bayelsa State Nigeria

    Kayode J., Ihinmikaiye S. O., Arowosegbe S., Oyedeji A. A.

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2016
    Pages: 58-62
    Received: Jul. 11, 2016
    Accepted: Jul. 20, 2016
    Published: Jul. 29, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijnrem.20160102.17
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    Abstract: A survey of wood used for carving in Bayelsa State, Nigeria was carried out using a rapid appraisal method. The state was divided into three zones and in each zone; three prominent wood carvers were identified and interviewed with the aid of semi-structured questionnaire guide. Also, five communities were randomly selected from each of the eight lo... Show More