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Abstract
This study evaluated the effects of poultry droppings and pig dung on the growth and yield of cucumber (Cucumis sativus). Organic amendments, including poultry droppings and pig dung, were applied to 5kg of soil at varying rates (100g, 200g, and 300g), with untreated soil serving as a control. Growth parameters such as plant height, number of leaves, and leaf breadth were monitored weekly, alongside yield indices. Soil physicochemical properties were also analyzed to determine nutrient availability and uptake efficiency. The findings revealed significant (P0.05) differences in growth performance and yield between treatments, with pig dung at 300g producing the highest growth rates. Soil analysis indicated improved organic matter content and nutrient availability in treated soils compared to the control. The study underscores the potential of organic amendments as sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers for enhancing cucumber production, particularly in resource-constrained agricultural systems.
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Copyright © 2025 PETER OVIE EREMRENA. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
