Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Adaptation Strategies of Small-Scale Fishermen Households to Climate Change Impacts: Evidence from North Lombok, Indonesia 749 761 24100 EN Muhammad Nursan Department of Agricultural Social-Economics, University of Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia. Syarif Husni Department of Agricultural Social-Economics, University of Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia. Eko Supriastuti Department of Agricultural Social-Economics, University of Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This study aims to identify the livelihood sources of small-scale fisherman households and assess the impacts of climate change on those sources, as well as to formulate adaptation strategies to cope with the impacts of climate change. A mixed-methods approach was applied. Data were collected through structured interviews with 100 respondents. Data were analyzed using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). The results show that household livelihoods rely mainly on fishing activities (by husbands), contributing the highest income IDR 1,837,908 per month (approximately USD 115.84), followed by non-fishing activities IDR 598,250 per month (approximately USD 37.71). Additional income is generated by wives and children, averaging IDR 796,650 (approximately USD 50.21) and IDR 361,000 (approximately USD 22.75) per month, respectively. Climate change has reduced fishing activity and income, threatening the sustainability of these livelihoods. In response, adaptation strategies include diversification of fishing gear and techniques, development of alternative income sources, use of fishing information technology, access to government support, adjustment of fishing times and locations, mangrove and coral reef restoration, social network utilization, and use of household assets and savings. These strategies reflect the adaptive efforts of small-scale fishermen households to maintain and strengthen their livelihoods amid climate-related challenges

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Climatic Impacts on Wheat Yields in Iran: A Two-Step Statistical Analysis across Diverse Climate Zones 763 781 24107 EN Fatemeh Mojtahedi Department of Science, Technology and Society, University School for Advanced Studies Pavia, Italy. Behzad Zakizadeh Ghariehali Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Pavia, Italy. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This study investigates the impact of climatic variables and agricultural practices on wheat yield across different climate zones in Iran. Using a comprehensive dataset, we analysed how temperature, precipitation, soil type, and fertilizer usage influence wheat productivity. Our findings revealed significant yield variability across temperate, arid, and cold zones, with temperate regions showing the highest mean yields due to moderate temperatures and adequate precipitation. In contrast, arid and cold regions face challenges from extreme temperatures and insufficient rainfall. The study employs a two-step estimation process to isolate the effects of climatic variables from other factors, enhancing the accuracy of yield predictions. Our results underscored the critical role of temperature and precipitation in agricultural productivity, corroborating previous research while providing novel insights through methodological innovations. We propose several policy recommendations, including improving irrigation infrastructure, promoting climate-resilient wheat varieties, and developing comprehensive climate adaptation strategies. These policies aim to enhance agricultural resilience and sustainability in the face of climate change. Our research contributes to the growing body of literature on climate change and agriculture, offering a detailed understanding of how climatic factors affect wheat yields.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Effects of Climate-Smart Agriculture on Rice Farmers’ Food Security: Evidence from Nigeria 783 796 27652 EN Oba Abdulkadir Ibrahim Department of Life Science Education, Kwara State University of Education, Ilorin, Nigeria. Hussein Abdullahi Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. Kayode Afolabi Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria. Suleiman Shuaib Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria. Kamorudeen Fatai Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. Rahmatallahi Adisa Department of Agricultural Extension Services, Oyo State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Nigeria. Journal Article 2024 06 20 This study assessed the effects of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices on the household food security of smallholder rice farmers in Kwara State, Nigeria. It is a descriptive cross-sectional study. Multistage sampling procedure involving three stages was used to select 424 samples from a population of 3,727 smallholder rice farmers across three rice production zones in Kwara State. The study raised and answered four research questions and tested one null hypothesis at a 0.05 level of significance. The Household Food Insecurity Access Scale (HFIAS), designed by the USAID, was adapted to measure household food security. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including frequency counts, percentages, mean, and standard deviation. Also, regression analysis was employed to establish the effect of CSA practices on household food security and livelihood indices. The results indicated that CSA practices had a significant positive effect on the household food security of smallholder rice farmers. Specifically, integrated soil fertility management (P= 0.006) and integrated pest management (P= 0.002) practices were found to significantly improve the livelihoods of these farmers by enhancing their household food security. Based on these findings, it is recommended that the smallholder rice farmers maintained high adoption levels of CSA practices to mitigate the adverse effects of household food insecurity stemming from climate change.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Exploring How Passion Shapes Entrepreneurial Intentions: The Mediating Role of Persistence and Resilience 797 814 24114 EN Saeid Karimi Department of Agricultural Extension and Education, Faculty of Agriculture, Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Islamic Republic of Iran. Ahmad Yaghoubi Farani Department of Agricultural Extension and Education, Faculty of Agriculture, University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. Ahmad Salman Makreet Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Faculty of Agriculture, Samangan University, Samangan, Afghanistan. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This quantitative, cross-sectional study extends the existing literature by investigating the mediating roles of persistence and resilience in the relationship between entrepreneurial passion and entrepreneurial intentions. A total of 300 agriculture students were selected using proportional stratified random sampling from two public universities in Afghanistan. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM) was employed to test the proposed hypotheses. The results showed that entrepreneurial passion is directly and positively associated with entrepreneurial intentions. Furthermore, persistence and resilience partially mediated this relationship. The findings contribute to a better understanding of how entrepreneurial passion fosters entrepreneurial intentions among students in fragile and resource-constrained environments. The study offers implications for educators and policymakers to design entrepreneurship education programs that promote emotional and psychological readiness for entrepreneurial action.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Investigating the Factors Affecting the Export, Efficiency, and Export Capacity of Iranian Dates 815 827 24110 EN Hossein Noroozi Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. 0000-0002-6638-2078 Hamed Rafiee Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. 0000-0002-1279-6830 Seyed Safdar Hosseini Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. Saeed Yazdani Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. Air Hossein Chizari Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Islamic Republic of Iran. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This research investigates the factors influencing Iranian date exports by utilizing panel data and employing a fixed effects model from 2001 to 2023. The findings indicate that several factors positively influence date exports. These include trade advantages, the real effective exchange rate, the disparity between Iran's GDP and that of its trading partners, the logarithm of the ratio of export prices to domestic prices, and trade agreements with target countries. Conversely, the cost of exporting agricultural products to the target country and the impact of sanctions negatively affect Iranian date exports. The average efficiency of Iranian date exports is estimated at 0.8735, indicating an export shortfall of about 22%. There is a total of $16.55 million in unused export capacity for dates, compared to actual and potential exports. During the study period, the structure of Iran's date export market varied between a tight and a loose oligopoly. It is crucial to prioritize the enhancement and development of supply chains for Iran's main export products. The main challenges in the supply chain for these products involve acquiring production inputs, as well as the processes of packaging, sorting, and transportation.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Optimizing Inputs Consumption and Reducing Pollution through Environmental Efficiency Analysis 829 842 24106 EN Abas Abdeshahi Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture Engineering and Rural Development, Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University of Khuzestan, Mollasani, Islamic Republic of Iran. 0000-0003-0481-6237 Mostafa Mardani Najafabadi Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture Engineering and Rural Development, Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University of Khuzestan, Mollasani, Islamic Republic of Iran. Abbas Mirzaei Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture Engineering and Rural Development, Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University of Khuzestan, Mollasani, Islamic Republic of Iran. Fatemeh Hamidavi Nabhani Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture Engineering and Rural Development, Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University of Khuzestan, Mollasani, Islamic Republic of Iran. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This study employs data envelopment analysis with Material Balance Principle Model to evaluate rice farmers' eco-efficiency. Additionally, it examines optimal input allocation with and without environmental consideration. The study focuses on rice farmers in the Gotvand Region of Khuzestan Province, Iran. The primary data were collected through 153 questionnaires administered to local rice farmers in 2022. The findings revealed that the average technical efficiency of rice farmers in Gotvand was 87% under conventional efficiency measures, but dropped to 73% when environmental pollution was factored in. To achieve optimal efficiency, inefficient Decision-Making Units must reduce their carbon dioxide emissions by an average of 8%. To improve eco-efficiency, the study identifies different optimization patterns: substantial reductions are needed for nitrogen fertilizer (-41.1%), fuel (-38.5%), and machinery operation hours (-33.6%), while increases are recommended for animal manure (612%), potassium fertilizer (6.25%), and phosphate fertilizer (2.7%). Therefore, key contributors to the inefficiency among the studied producers include inadequate animal manure application, excessive nitrogen fertilizer use, diesel fuel consumption, and machine operation hours. Notably, electricity usage has a minimal impact on inefficiency, with no significant changes detected. These findings underscore the necessity of optimized input management, especially chemical fertilizer reduction, to enhance both economic and environmental sustainability in rice farming.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Sheep Farmers’ Types and Efficiency in Konya 843 856 24096 EN Cennet Oguz Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Selcuk, Türkiye. Aysun Yener Ögur Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Selcuk, Türkiye. Aykut ORS Agriculture and Rural Development Support Institution, Konya Provincial Coordination Unit, Türkiye. Yusuf Celik Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Selcuk, Türkiye. Journal Article 2025 09 16 This study aimed to identify farm typologies and evaluate resource use efficiency based on sheep farmers' perceptions of and adaptations to climate change in Konya Province, Türkiye. The sample size was determined as 151 using Neyman’s stratified random sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face surveys with sheep rising enterprises. Farmers’ perceptions and adaptive behaviors related to climate change were analyzed using SPSS. The Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and cluster analysis were applied to classify farmer typologies, which were categorized as “climate-friendly smart innovators, disengaged, concerned, and unconcerned”. The farms’ resource use efficiency, economic efficiency, and pure technical efficiency were determined using Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA). The average Technical Efficiency (TE) of the farms was found to be 39.80%, indicating that farms could reduce input usage by 60.20% without compromising agricultural output. Resource use efficiency differed significantly across farm typologies. Specifically, allocative efficiency—closely linked to the identified farmer types—was found to be only 16.20%, indicating widespread inefficiencies in resource allocation and poor farm management. The findings also revealed that the majority of farmers demonstrated limited awareness and adaptation capacity concerning climate change.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Mapping Agricultural Drought Hazard in Iran 857 877 24093 EN Abdolraoof Shahozei Department of Physical Geography, Faculty of Geography and Environmental Planning, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Islamic Republic of Iran. Peyman Mahmoudi Department of Physical Geography, Faculty of Geography and Environmental Planning, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Islamic Republic of Iran. Seyed Mahdi Amir Jahanshahi Department of Statistics, Faculty of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan, Iran Journal Article 2025 09 16 The primary objective of this study was to develop a spatially explicit Agricultural Drought Hazard (ADH) map for Iran by integrating precipitation and soil moisture data. For this purpose, two key datasets spanning 30 years (1987-2016) were utilized: Monthly precipitation from 63 synoptic stations (Iran’s Meteorological Organization) and gridded monthly soil moisture data from the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) with a spatial resolution of 0.5°×0.5°. These were transformed into the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) and Standardized Soil Moisture Index (SSMI), respectively. A core quantitative finding was the regionally distinct correlation between SPI and SSMI: the strongest positive correlations were observed in Iran’s expansive dry climates (southern and eastern halves), while significantly weaker correlations characterized the more humid northern and western halves. This indicates a more rapid and direct propagation of meteorological drought to agricultural drought in arid zones. These standardized indices were then integrated to construct Iran’s ADH map. This map quantitatively classifies the central, southern, and southeastern regions as experiencing ‘high’ and ‘very high’ agricultural drought hazard. These findings provide a critical, data-driven tool for national and regional policymakers, offering improved insights for targeted drought mitigation and water resource management.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Assessment of the Physicochemical, Antioxidant, Microbial, and Sensory Properties of Camel Milk Fermented with Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus rhamnosus 879 890 24103 EN Mohammad Bagher Kiyanisefat Department of Food Science and Technology, NT. C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. Marjaneh Sedaghati Department of Food Science and Technology, NT. C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. Mohamad Javad Shakouri Department of Food Science and Technology, NT. C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. Journal Article 2025 09 16 We aimed to evaluate the properties of functional Fermented Camel Milk (FCM) with varying β-glucan concentrations (0, 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3%), and a combination of the bacterial cultures Lactobacillus Plantarum and Lactobacillus Rhamnosus. The FCM matrix was assessed for pH/acidity, phase separation, viscosity, color, Total Phenolic Content (TPC), Antioxidant Activity (AO), probiotic viability, and sensory characteristics by 12 participants. The results were analyzed using one-way ANOVA applied to data from a completely randomized design with three replicates, followed by LSD post hoc tests for comparison of treatment means. The pH, acidity, antioxidant activity (IC50), viscosity, and probiotic viability of fortified FCM ranged from 3.46-4.4, 0.141%-0.429%, 27.01-69.67 (mg mL-1), 1,025-2,355 (mPa s-1), and 6.17-8.95 (cfu mL-1), respectively. The results demonstrated that β-glucan fortification significantly (P˂ 0.05) increased acidity, TPC, AO, viscosity, and probiotic viability in FCM, while reducing pH and phase separation. Increasing β-glucan concentration in the samples was associated with a significant decrease in the brightness index (L), accompanied by significant increases in the yellowness (b) and redness (a*) indexes (P< 0.05). Increasing the β-glucan concentration to 0.2% was deemed favorable. Findings suggest that fortification of fermented camel milk with 0.2% β-glucan optimally enhances its properties, supporting its potential as a health-promoting dairy product.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Physicochemical Quality and Microbial Contamination of Solar-Dried Figs (Ficus carica L.) 891 906 27843 EN Chaïma Chahed Laboratory of Mycology, Pathologies and Biomarkers LR16ES05, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia. Badii Gaaliche Laboratory of Horticulture, National Agricultural Research Institute of Tunisia (INRAT), IRESA- University of Carthage, Hédi Karray Street, 1004 El Menzah, Tunis, Tunisia. 0000-0002-7414-9380 Oguzhan Caliskan Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Hatay Mustafa Kemal, Hatay, Türkiye. Najla Sadfi-Zouaoui Laboratory of Mycology, Pathologies and Biomarkers LR16ES05, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia. Mohamed Rabeh Hajlaoui Laboratory of Applied Biotechnology in Agriculture, National Agricultural Research Institute of Tunisia (INRAT), IRESA-University of Carthage, Hédi Karray Street, 1004 El Menzah, Tunis, Tunisia. Journal Article 2025 01 19 Fig (Ficus carica L.) is a nutrient-rich fruit with recognized therapeutic properties, but its soft texture and high sugar content make it highly perishable. Therefore, drying is essential to extend its shelf life. This study aimed to evaluate the physicochemical and phytochemical characteristics of seven dried fig varieties and assessed their microbiological safety through fungal isolation and identification. Fully ripened fruits were solar-dried in a glasshouse under controlled conditions, with daily turning to ensure uniform dehydration. Significant inter-varietal differences were observed in nutritional, bioactive, and physicochemical traits. Moisture content remained below 26% in all samples, ensuring storage stability. Soluble sugars were predominant (41.71–78.67 g 100 g-1 DW), while protein content was relatively low (1.23–1.79 g 100 g-1 DW). Total phenolic content ranged from 164.88 to 340.55 mg GAE 100 g-1 DW, and flavonoids from 29.80 to 56.24 mg RE. 100 g-1 DW. Mold counts varied between 2.29 and 4.48 log CFU g-1, with Aspergillus species more prevalent than Penicillium and Alternaria, reflecting their higher ecological fitness under solar-drying conditions. Overall, these results demonstrated that glasshouse solar drying effectively reduced post-harvest deterioration of figs while preserving key nutritional and bioactive compounds, thus providing a sustainable alternative to conventional sun-drying that enhances product safety, stability, and market competitiveness.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Biological Activity of Some Plant Extracts on Varroa Mite (Varroa destructor) and Iranian Honeybee (Apis mellifera meda) 907 918 27656 EN Ataollah Rahimi Animal Science Research Department, Kurdistan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, Agricultural Research Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Sanandaj, Iran. Rukhosh Rashed Department of Plant Protection, College of Agricultural Engineering Science, University of Sulaimani, Sulaimaniyah, Iraq. Banaz Abdulla Department of Biology, College of Education, University of Salahaddin, Erbil, Iraq. Journal Article 2025 02 16 Acaricidal activity, Insecticidal activity, Mortality percentage of Varroa mite.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Determination of Pomological Characters and Phenolic Compounds of Cornelian Cherry Genotypes 919 933 24104 EN Tuba Bak Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Pamukkale University, Çivril, Denizli, Türkiye. Berna DOĞRU ÇOKRAN Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Pamukkale University, Çivril, Denizli, Türkiye. Turan KARADENİZ Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Pamukkale University, Çivril, Denizli, Türkiye. Journal Article 2025 09 16 Cornelian cherry is a fruit noted for its attractive appearance, unique flavor, and rich phenolic content. This study aimed to understand the effects of genotypic differences and altitude on fruit quality by thoroughly examining the pomological and phenolic characteristics of cornelian cherry genotypes selected at different altitudes using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and heat map methods. The high-altitude G2 genotype stood out with the highest fruit weight and soluble solids content. While catechin was the dominant phenolic compound in all genotypes, genotypes G1 and G2 stood out with their high levels of gallic and syringic acid. PCA and heat map analyses clearly showed that the high-altitude G1 and G2 clustered together with similar traits. At the same time, the low-altitude G4 exhibited distinct profiles focused on high acidity and core width, and G3 on fruit and core sizes and various phenolics. These findings highlight the diversity and breeding potential of cornelian cherry genotypes and also reveal that altitude, is a factor determining pomological properties and phenolic compound content.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Identification of Iranian Population of Fall Webworm, Hyphantria cunea (Drury) (Lepidoptera: Erebidae) 935 950 24105 EN Malahat Mojarab-Mahboubkar Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht 416351314, Islamic Republic of Iran. Jalal Jalali Sendi 1. Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht 416351314, Islamic Republic of Iran. 2. Department of Silk Research, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Islamic Republic of Iran. Nosrat O. Mahmoodi Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Guilan, Rasht, Islamic Republic of Iran. Journal Article 2025 09 16 The fall webworm, Hyphantria cunea (Drury), is a globally invasive polyphagous defoliator, recognized as a destructive pest of both agricultural and non-agricultural plants. This study aimed to identify and characterize sex pheromone compounds in H. cunea as a potential foundation for sustainable pest management. The pheromone glands of H. cunea virgin females were dissected and extracted in hexane, followed by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis of the glandular extracts. Four compounds were identified as putative sex pheromone components: (Z,Z,Z)-9,12,15-octadecatrienoic acid, (Z,Z)-9,12-octadecadienoic acid methyl ester, (Z)-9-octadecenoic acid methyl ester, and octadecanoic acid methyl ester. The identified compounds represent preliminary candidates for the sex pheromone of the Iranian population of H. cunea, serving as a foundation for pheromone-mediated control strategies. Wind tunnel bioassays demonstrated that a synthetic quaternary blend of the identified compounds, formulated in a 4:2:2:3 ratio, elicited significant attraction in male H. cunea. Field trials corroborated these findings, with the optimized blend effectively luring males under natural conditions. The identification of this attractive sex pheromone blend enables the development of targeted strategies for monitoring and suppressing H. cunea populations, offering a promising tool for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Impact of Long-Term Rearing on Pollen Diet versus Factitious Prey on Biological Performance of the Predatory Mite Neoseiulus californicus (Acari: Phytoseiidae) 951 962 24111 EN Shima Yazdanpanah Department of Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. Yaghoub Fathipour Department of Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. 0000-0002-7963-5409 Journal Article 2025 09 16 The biological performance of Neoseiulus californicus (McGregor) as a selective generalist predator of spider mites was assessed up to 10 Generations (G1 and G10) fed on the saffron and cattail pollen grains, as well as the factitious prey Tyrophagus putrescentiae Schrank (Acari: Astigmatidae). All the experiments were conducted under laboratory conditions at 25±1°C, 65±5% RH, and a photoperiod of 16:8 (L: D) hour. The Total Pre-Oviposition Period (TPOP) was shorter in G10 than in G1 when the predator was fed with the factitious prey. Female longevity and the total lifespan of N. californicus were significantly reduced in G10 compared to G1 across all diets. The values of the Gross Reproductive Rate (GRR), Net Reproductive Rate (R0), and intrinsic and finite rates of increase (r and λ, respectively) had no significant difference between G1 and G10 when the predator was reared on the cattail pollen. In contrast, the values of these parameters were significantly lower in G10 on the prey and saffron pollen. After one generation of feeding on saffron pollen, GRR, R0, r, and λ showed no significant differences compared to the cattail pollen, prey, and mixed diet (prey+cattail pollen). While these values in G10 had no significant difference when the predator reared on the cattail pollen and factitious prey, they were higher than those fed on the saffron pollen. In conclusion, cattail pollen and T. putrescentiae are more suitable than saffron pollen for the rearing of the predatory mite N. californicus for up to 10 generations.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Interactions of Maize-Pathogenic Fusarium Species with Macrophomina phaseolina Shed Light on Host Preference in Crop Rotation 963 979 24102 EN Ayşe Görmez Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye. Semiha Yüceer Biological Control Research Institute, Adana, Türkiye. Talap Talapov Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye. Canan Can Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Türkiye. Journal Article 2025 09 16 Survey studies during the 2021–2022 maize growing season in Türkiye’s Central and Southeastern Anatolia Regions identified Fusarium species in seven provinces (Eskişehir, Konya, Karaman, Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, Mardin, and Diyarbakır). Pathogenicity tests revealed 31 pathogenic isolates among 115 Fusarium spp., with three isolates causing the highest disease severity at a 50% infection rate. These isolates showed moderate pathogenicity in stems and weak pathogenicity in roots. For species identification, EF-1alpha and RPB2 regions of 28 isolates were amplified, and sequences were compared to the NCBI database via BLAST analysis. Results indicated Fusarium proliferatum, F. subglutinans, and F. verticillioides as the dominant species. Cross-pathogenicity tests with F. proliferatum, F. subglutinans, F. verticillioides, and Macrophomina phaseolina, alone and in combinations, were performed on barley, wheat, bean, corn, garlic, sorghum, and oat genotypes. All tested plants showed varying disease severity, with garlic being the most affected. M. phaseolina exhibited the least pathogenicity, while its combination with F. verticillioides caused the greatest damage. These findings are particularly significant considering the pathogens' disease impacts and mycotoxin production capacities.

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Tarbiat Modares University Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology 1680-7073 28 4 2026 07 01 Properties of Palm Hearts from Three Iranian Date Palm Cultivars Affect Physiological Responses of Red Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Olivier, 1790) (Coleoptera: Dryophthoridae) 981 994 24115 EN Fatemeh Khodadadi Esfichar Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Shahid Bahonar University, Kerman, Islamic Republic of Iran. Maryam Pahlavan Yali Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Shahid Bahonar University, Kerman, Islamic Republic of Iran. Peyman Namvar Namvar Plant Protection Research Department, South Kerman Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, AREEO, Jiroft, Islamic Republic of Iran. Journal Article 2025 09 16 Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Olivier is a serious insect pest of date palm trees worldwide. In this study, we assessed the energy reserves and antioxidative defense response of R. ferrugineus larvae on palm hearts of three date palm cultivars i.e. Piarom, Mazafati, and Kalute. Furthermore, the specific biochemical and mechanical properties of them were evaluated. The insect was reared in a growth chamber at 29±2°C, 80±5% RH, and a photoperiod of 12:12 (L:D) and the experiments were conducted using the seventh instar larvae. The results revealed that the highest contents of sugar and lipid in R. ferrugineus larvae were on Piarom and Mazafati, respectively. The antioxidant enzymes activities in larvae were significantly different on the tested palm hearts and. Mazafati palm heart had the lowest tissue hardness. Biochemical analysis revealed that the total sugar content was high in Mazafati and Kalute and low in Piarom. The concentrations of phenol and flavonoid were also different in the tested palm hearts. Moreover, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) profiling showed that alkaloids, terpenes, acids, and amides were the major volatile components of the tested palm hearts. Piarom showed traits associated with reduced larval performance, suggesting its potential use in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.

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