Beheira Governorate Research Articles

Exploring the prevalence, awareness, and attitudes toward dietary supplements and anabolic hormones use among sportsmen in Beheira governorate, Egypt

BackgroundSportsmen are more likely to make the use of dietary supplements and hormones to increase adaptations to physical exercise and improve performance. The study aimed to assess the prevalence, awareness, and attitude toward dietary supplements and anabolic hormone use among sportsmen in Beheira governorate, Egypt. MethodsThe study used the cross-sectional study design and systematic random sample to include 400 participants to achieve the aim. Structured questionnaires were composed of 4 parts; sociodemographic characteristics, pattern of dietary and anabolic hormone uptake, knowledge about dietary supplements and anabolic hormones, and a scale to assess the attitude toward self-prescribed dietary supplements or anabolic hormones. ResultsThe study revealed that 58.3% of participants used dietary supplements and that 31.2% of the sample reported using hormones. Approximately half (48.5%) of the sample demonstrated adequate knowledge about dietary supplements. Conversely, 19.8% of the sample had adequate knowledge about anabolic hormones; 39.5% had an opposing attitude toward the use of dietary supplements, whereas about a quarter (24.3%) of the sample had an opposing attitude regarding the anabolic hormones. ConclusionAn alarming proportion of the studied sample used dietary supplements and hormones without consulting specialists. The levels of knowledge and attitude regarding these supplements were relatively low. It was noticed that higher levels of knowledge and attitude regarding dietary supplements and hormones were associated with a decreased likelihood of usage. It is recommended to implement educational programs aimed at increasing awareness among gym trainees about the proper use of dietary supplements and hormones and advocate for increased utilization of nutritional specialists and healthcare professionals among gym trainees before initiating the use of dietary supplements and hormones.

Animal Production Breeders’ Knowledge of the Requirements for Improving the Productivity of Small Ruminants in Beheira Governorate, Egypt

Animal Production Breeders’ Knowledge of the Requirements for Improving the Productivity of Small Ruminants in Beheira Governorate, Egypt

The Economic Impact of Some Breeds on The Total Factor Productivity of Rabbit Projects in Beheira Governorate

The Economic Impact of Some Breeds on The Total Factor Productivity of Rabbit Projects in Beheira Governorate

An analytical study to measure the impact of climate changes on wheat production in El- EL- BEHEIRA governorate

An analytical study to measure the impact of climate changes on wheat production in El- EL- BEHEIRA governorate

Performance and Sustainability of Organic and Conventional Cotton Farming Systems in Egypt: An Environmental and Energy Assessment

Cotton cultivation is resource-intensive, posing significant environmental challenges, especially with conventional farming methods. Growing interest in sustainable agriculture drives the exploration of organic farming as a potential alternative with lower environmental impacts. Despite its benefits, organic farming often faces criticism for lower crop yields, sparking debates on the trade-offs between productivity and environmental impact. This study hypothesizes that organic cotton farming will have a smaller environmental footprint and higher energy efficiency compared to conventional methods. To test this hypothesis, a cradle-to-farm gate energy analysis and life cycle assessment (LCA) were conducted on both organic and conventional seed cotton production systems in the Beheira governorate of Egypt. The ReCiPe 2016 midpoint and endpoint characterization model was used for an environmental impact assessment. The impacts were evaluated using two functional units: one ton of seed cotton and one hectare of cultivated cotton. The findings revealed that organic cotton outperforms conventional cotton in net energy gain, efficiency, and profitability, with higher productivity and lower energy intensity. Regardless of the functional unit used (mass- or land-based), the assessed organic systems generally show a better environmental performance than the conventional systems in the local context, even when accounting for data uncertainty. This is due to lower input intensity and the use of less energy-intensive organic fertilizers and bio-fertilizers. Fertilization and irrigation are key factors influencing environmental impacts, with fertilization affecting midpoint impacts and irrigation affecting endpoint impacts. Therefore, precision fertilization, efficient irrigation practices, and effective nutrient and soil moisture management are recommended to minimize environmental impacts. Subsequent studies could explore whether similar patterns are observed in different geographic regions and evaluate additional social and economic aspects of cotton sustainability beyond environmental impacts. Future agricultural LCAs should use both mass-based and area-based functional units to capture a broader range of environmental effects and evaluate the co-benefits and trade-offs between organic and conventional practices.

Clinico-Epidemiological Study of HIV Patients in El Beheira Governorate

Clinico-Epidemiological Study of HIV Patients in El Beheira Governorate

Prevalence, antibiogram and molecular characterization of Listeria monocytogenes from ruminants and humans in New Valley and Beheira Governorates, Egypt

BackgroundListeriosis is a global health threat to both animals and humans, especially in developing countries. This study was designed to isolate Listeria monocytogenes from faeces; environmental samples; and cow, sheep and goat milk, as well as human stool, to study its molecular characteristics and antibiotic sensitivity in the New Valley and Beheira Governorates, Egypt. The isolation and identification of L. monocytogenes were carried out using traditional culture and biochemical methods, followed by antibiography, genus confirmation of some isolates and detection and sequencing of InlB genes via PCR.ResultsOut of 2097 examined samples, the prevalence of L. monocytogenes was 13.4% in animals; the prevalence was 9.2%, 2.4%, 25.4%, 4%, 42.4%, and 6.4% in cattle faeces, cattle milk, sheep faeces, sheep milk, goat faeces, and goat milk, respectively. However, the prevalence of L. monocytogenes was 8.3% in human samples. Both animal and human isolates showed 100% resistance to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and the isolates showed the highest sensitivity to flumequine (100%), amikacin (99.2%), gentamicin (97.6%), and levofloxacin (94.6%). Multidrug resistance (MDR) was detected in 86.9% of the tested isolates. The 16 S rRNA and inlB genes were detected in 100% of the randomly selected L. monocytogenes isolates. Phylogenetic analysis of three isolates based on the inlB gene showed 100% identity between faecal, milk and human stool isolates.ConclusionsFaeces and milk are major sources of listeriosis, and the high degree of genetic similarity between animal and human isolates suggests the possibility of zoonotic circulation. The high prevalence of MDR L. monocytogenes in both animal and human samples could negatively impact the success of prevention and treatments for animal and human diseases, thereby imposing serious risks to public health.

Adoption Artificial Insemination Technology Of Livestock Breeders in some Noubaria villages Of Beheira Governorate

Adoption Artificial Insemination Technology Of Livestock Breeders in some Noubaria villages Of Beheira Governorate

Enhancing Tomato Production by Using Non-Conventional Water Resources within Integrated Sprinkler Irrigation Systems in Arid Regions

This research evaluated the importance of establishing an integrated sprinkler irrigation design connected to fish farm ponds in order to achieve environmental and financial benefits. To achieve the aim of the study, two field experiments were conducted at a private farm in the Nubaria area of Beheira Governorate during the 2022 and 2023 seasons to quantify all the benefits from using fish water effluent (FWE) in irrigation. The obtained results indicated that the effluent could represent a good source of irrigation and bio-fertilization. The yield of tomato was higher when using FWE for irrigation compared with using groundwater for irrigation (IW). This was due to the additional amounts of dissolved bio-nitrogen along with other nutrients present in the FWE. The proportion of dissolved nitrogen added by using FWE was 22.3 kg nitrogen per hectare in 2022 and 24.6 kg nitrogen per hectare in 2023, in addition to some other major elements such as phosphorus and potassium, which are also among the main nutrients needed by crops. It has also been noticed that the fertility of the sandy soil increased with the use of FWE for irrigation. One of the most important results was the possibility of reducing the addition of nitrogen mineral fertilizers by 25%, thus saving on N fertilizers when growing tomato. In addition to the vitality of the FWE and its macro- and microelements, algae, microorganisms, and other organic materials, the use of this type of water as an alternative source for irrigation, along with the reduction in the amount of added mineral fertilizers, will reduce the degree of groundwater contamination with mineral fertilizers and increase the income of farmers. It was also observed that the air temperature decreased during the growing season when compared with the temperature of uncultivated surrounding areas.

Trichuris Globulosa Von Linstow, 1901 from one-humped camel (Camelus dromedarius) in Egypt: prevalence, morphological and molecular study

BackgroundTrichuris spp. (whipworms) are soil-transmitted helminths distributed worldwide, parasitizing several mammalian hosts such as ruminants, primates, and rodents. Trichuris spp. is one of the most common intestinal parasites affecting both humans and animals, and it can spread directly through the fecal-oral route, resulting in severe illness and financial loss. So, this work aims to detect the frequency of Trichuris spp. in camels in Beheira Governorate, Egypt, and to identify Trichuris spp. through morphometrical studies, molecular analysis, and phylogenetic analysis.ResultsA total of 35 dromedaries out of 127 investigated had Trichuris spp. infection, meaning that the overall prevalence was 27.56%. The age of the camel affected the infection rate, older animals (> 5 years) having a higher prevalence of infection (24%) than animals of ages (< 3 years) (20%) than animals of ages (3–5 years) (19.14%). According to season: Trichuris spp. showed a unique pattern in camels in different seasons: summer (31.25%) > autumn (28.13%) > spring (25.8%) > winter (25%) indicating year-round infection. T. globulosa was identified morphometrically from camels in Beheira Governorate, Egypt. The BLAST analysis revealed the presence of T. globulosa isolate from camels using the Genbank database depending on nuclear small subunit ribosomal RNA (18s) and cytochrome b (Cytb) genes.ConclusionA high prevalence of T. globulosa was found in camels in Beheira Governorate, Egypt. This is the first report to confirm the identification of T. globulosa from camel based on morphometrical studies and molecular and phylogenetic analysis in Egypt. More thorough studies on the incidence, molecular, and genetic analysis of Trichuris spp. in Egypt are required in addition to camel control programs.

The relationship between soil biomass and soil quality index for Kafr El-Dawar region, Beheira Governorate

The current investigation was conducted in the Kafr El-Dawar region to study the relationship between soil microbial biomass and soil quality index. Thirty-nine soil samples were taken for the chemical characteristics used to determine the soil quality index by the Soil Management Assessment Framework (SMAF) procedures. Pearson correlation relationship and Principal components analysis (PCA) between soil quality index and soil parameters were done as well as regression between soil quality index and microbial biomass. For the soil microbial biomass, the lowest value was about 186 mg kg-1 (5% of the total samples). The highest value was about 387 mg kg-1 (5% of the total samples). The average microbial biomass of the samples was about 299 mg kg 1. Approximately 50% of the total samples have a value equal to the average sample value. Higher significant correlation was observed among soil pH with CaCO3 content. Significant correlation was observed among soil pH with Fe and Mn. Soil quality index had a higher significant correlation with Ca, Mg, N, K, Cu, and Zn. P was a more effective factor on soil quality index. The chemical properties had the most impact on the soil quality index. All samples have a soil quality index score of less than 50%. About 69.2% were poor quality (SQI less than 40%), and the rest were moderate quality (SQI between 40 and 60%). Microbial biomass is a key soil characteristic that influences soil quality according to the regression result. Further research should include biological and other physicochemical soil properties to enlarge soil quality index.

Assessment of Healthcare Waste Management Process in Hemodialysis Units in El Beheira Governorate

Assessment of Healthcare Waste Management Process in Hemodialysis Units in El Beheira Governorate

Adoption of Cattle Breederhes for the Artificial Insemination Technology at Some Villages in Noubaria Of Beheira Governorate

Adoption of Cattle Breederhes for the Artificial Insemination Technology at Some Villages in Noubaria Of Beheira Governorate

Management of Fusarium fruit rot of Luffa cylindrical caused by Fusarium incarnatum and Fusarium chlamydosporum

Fusarium rot of Luffa cylindrical was detected at Kafr-El-Dawar province, Beheira governorate, North Egypt during the growing season 2021. Surveyed disease incidence at Beheira, Kafr El-Shekh and Sharkia governorate showed fruit rot incidences of 18.33%, 16.12%, and 12.42%, respectively. Two fungal isolates of Fusarium spp. were tested for their pathogenic ability to induce Fusarium rot disease and typical disease symptoms. The online Basic Local Alignment Search Tool for Nucleotide Sequences (BLASTN) was used for identification and confirmation of identity performance of Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS) and DNA sequencing, then compared with sequences available in GenBank. The two fungal isolates were identified as Fusarium incarnatum and Fusarium chlamydosporum and registered under accession number MN480497 and MN480498, respectively. Under laboratory conditions, organic acids, essential oils and organic salts significantly inhibited the growth of the two fungal isolates. Complete inhibition of fungal growth (100%) was recorded at 0.75 g/l of Topsin-M70 (Thiophanate-methyl) and 0.5% of salicylic acid. Meanwhile, a moderate growth reduction was observed using benzoic acid, coumarine, and cinnamon, thyme oil and garlic oil treatments. Under field conditions for two successive seasons, similar trends were observed. Foliar sprays with the fungicide Topsin-M70 showed the largest reduction in disease expression. The highest fruit rot disease reduction was recorded for salicylic acid and coumarin treatments followed by thyme oil, benzoic acid and potassium carbonate, garlic oil, boric acid and sodium bicarbonate. We concluded that the treatments are effective, safe and cost-effective methods for the control of this pre-harvest fruit disease under field conditions.

Studying the role of social awareness in rationalizing water use in Beheira Governorate

Studying the role of social awareness in rationalizing water use in Beheira Governorate

Epidemiological distribution of respiratory viral pathogens in marketable vaccinated broiler chickens in five governorates in the Nile Delta, Egypt, from January 2022 to October 2022

Background and Aim: Respiratory viral infections significantly negatively impact animal welfare and have significant financial implications in the poultry industry. This study aimed to determine the frequency of the most economically relevant respiratory viruses that circulated in Egyptian chicken flocks in 2022. Materials and Methods: Chickens from 359 broiler flocks in five different Egyptian governorates in the Nile Delta (Beheira, Gharbia, Giza, Monufiya, and Qalyoubia) at marketing time (33–38 days of age) were used in this study. Combined oropharyngeal and cloacal swabs and tissue samples were collected from clinically diseased or freshly dead birds suffering from respiratory disease. Avian influenza (AI)-H5, AI-H9, Newcastle disease (ND), and infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) were analyzed by reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction. Results: Of the 359 flocks examined, 293 tested positive, whereas 66 were completely negative for the four viruses evaluated, with the highest positive results in Beheira. Out of 293 positive flocks, 211 were positive for a single virus, with Beheira having the highest rate, followed by Qalyoubia, Giza, and Monufiya. ND virus (NDV) was found to be the highest across all governorates, followed by IBV, AI-H9, and AI-H5. A double infection was detected in 73 flocks with either H9 or ND, or both H9 and IB could coinfect each other. The most common viral coinfections were H9 + IB, ND + IB, and ND + H9. Giza had the highest prevalence of ND + H9, H9 + IB, and ND + IB coinfection in the governorates, followed by Monufiya and Beheira. Only six out of 359 flocks were tribally infected with ND + H9 + IB in Giza, Monufiya, and Beheira governorates. On the basis of the number of flocks and the month of the year, July had the lowest number of flocks (23), while September and October had the highest number (48 flocks). Positive flock numbers were highest in October and lowest in January. Conclusion: From January to October 2022, prevalent respiratory viral infections (H5N1, NDV, H9N2, and IBV) were detected in broiler chickens across the Delta area governorate, according to the findings of the present study. In addition, IBV and H9, either alone or in combination, significantly contributed to the respiratory infection observed in broiler chickens. Regardless of the type and origin of the vaccine used, it is not possible to protect broiler chickens from the development of the infection and the subsequent dissemination of the virus into the poultry environment. In the presence of face-infectious field virus mutations, poultry vaccinations must be regularly reviewed and updated, and poultry farms must take further biosecurity measures. Keywords: avian influenza virus, chicken, Egypt, infectious bronchitis, Newcastle disease, reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction, subtype H5 and H9.

The Path From Awareness to Action: Exploring Diabetic Patients' Awareness and Attitudes and Barriers to Utilization of Artificial Pancreas in the Beheira Governorate, Egypt.

Background and objective There is scarce data on diabetic patients' awareness, attitude, andbarriers to utilization regarding the artificial pancreas. In light of this, the current study aimed to explore the awareness, attitudes, and perceived barriers to utilization of the artificial pancreas experienced by diabetic patients. Methods A cross-sectional study design was employed to achieve the aim of the study. The study was conducted in Damanhur city, the Beheira Governorate, Egypt. The convenience sampling technique was used to include 385 diabetic patients. The researchers designed an interviewquestionnaire comprising four parts to collect data about knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to utilization. Results The findings showed that 61% of the participants had a satisfactory level of overall knowledge. Regarding overall attitude, 64.1% of participants exhibited a positive attitude toward the artificial pancreas. The data indicated that 37.7% of participants identified the associated high cost as a significant barrier. Additionally, 23.3% expressed concerns about the lack of healthcare provider support, 21.5% had reservations regarding maintenance, and 17.5% felt limited by their technical skills. Conclusions The study revealed a notable satisfactory level of knowledge and attitudes among about two-thirds of participants regarding the artificial pancreas. Concerns about the high cost emerged as a predominant barrier followed by a lack of healthcare provider support. Empowering both healthcare providers and patients through ongoing educational initiatives can play a pivotal role in fostering a positive attitude and addressing concerns related to artificial pancreas technology.

Sequencing and phylogenetic analysis of cytochrome b and TaPIN1 genes of Theileria annulata in Alexandria and Beheira governorates, Egypt

This study was designed to conduct phylogenetic analysis on the cytochrome b and TaPIN1 genes of Theileria annulata and to detect potential associations between mutations in these two genes and resistance to buparvaquone. Positive PCR products for the cytochrome and TaPIN1 genes of two samples were sequenced and phylogenetically analysed. When cytochrome b gene sequences were aligned to the reference isolate (XM949625), the phylogenetic analysis showed the presence of two new T. annulata cyt b gene isolates. These isolates showed 99.9% homology with each other and exhibited high homology with existing Egyptian and global isolates and were deposited in GenBank under accession numbers (PP920503) and (PP920504) for samples from Alexandria and Beheira governorates, respectively. Also, there is one non-synonymous mutation in our two isolates in codon 146 (Alanine146Threonine), which is in the Qo1 region (one of the buparvaquone binding sites). When TaPIN1 gene sequences were aligned to the reference isolate (XM949502), the phylogenetic analysis showed the presence of two new T. annulata TaPIN1 gene isolates. These isolates showed 98.1% homology with each other and showed high homology with global isolates. These two isolates are the first Egyptian Theileria annulata TaPIN1 gene isolates and were deposited in GenBank under accession numbers (PP920505) and (PP920506) for samples from Alexandria and Beheira governorates, respectively. Moreover, phylogenetically, Also, there are two non-synonymous mutations in these two isolates in codon 24 (Isoleucine24Valine) and 52 (Methionine52Threonine), which are related to resistance against buparvaquone. Briefly, this is the first Egyptian study that investigated the TaPIN1 gene of Theileria annulata and the first study in Egypt that investigated both the TaPIN1 and cytochrome b genes in the same samples. This study has introduced evidence of point mutations in the cytochrome b and TaPIN1 genes of T. annulata that might be associated with buparvaquone treatment failure in Egypt.

Effect of phosphorusfertilization and humic acid on the growth, yield and nutritional status of pea plants grown in sandy soil

Two field experiments were carried out in consecutive winter season of 2022 and 2023 at the Research and Production Station of the National Research Centre at the Nubaria site in Beheira Governorate, Egypt, to determine the response of pea (Pisum sativumL.) to foliar application of humic acid and phosphorus fertilization on growth, yield parametres and nutrients content of pea plant. Phosphate fertilization rates (0, 36, 72 and 108 P2O5 kg ha-1) were used as the main factor, while humic acid concentrations (0, 1000 and 2000 mg l-1) were used as a second factor.The results showed significant growth and yield responses to phosphate fertilizer application and humic acid spraying. Increasing the application rate of humic acid at various concentrations and at the same time increasing the application rate of phosphorus fertilizer affected the growth and yield of pea in two consecutive growing seasons. The experimental treatment(humic acid at 2000 mgl-1+ 108 Kg P2O5ha-1of phosphorus fertilizer) was given the highest values for the pea growth and yield coordinates. Increasing the concentration of humic acid spraying led to a raise in the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium content of pea seeds.The research results summarize the importance of paying attention to phosphorus fertilization, and spraying plants with humic acid during plant growth can increase the effectiveness of phosphorus fertilization and its effect on pea plants growing on sandy soils.

Rural women's practices for Rational Consumption of Household Energy in a Village in Beheira Governorate

Rural women's practices for Rational Consumption of Household Energy in a Village in Beheira Governorate