Economic Development and Environmental Protection Based on the Use of Natural Tourist Attractions and Supply Chain Management in Kosovo

Each country has some potential tourist attraction. Although, Kosovo is the small country, it possesses multiple tourist values ​​, which can be used as tourist potential. The use of natural potential values ​​for tourism is important component for economic development and environmental protection of each country. In most countries, these values use more than possible. In fact, increasing environmental preservation will create favorable economic development in the context of social welfare for the population and young labors. The use of natural potentials in order to coordinate tourism is the good way for environmental protection and economic development. However, the economic development will establish the gross products for country. In this paper, we will study how to set up the tourist offer and list the rightful places for economic development based on supply chain management. Key words: Natural tourist attractions, economic development, environmental protection, Kosovo, supply chain management

Sources of Industry and their Environmental Impact to Surface Waters

The main goal of the study is analyzing some samples of water in pool as in Lepenci which lies in the region of Ferizaj and Llap river that lies in the Prishtina region and the industrial pouring along these rivers. It gives suggestions to diminish the environmental impact of effluent discharges and further improvements of actual situation. In many cases the impact on water, air and soil compartments has resulted irreversible. Effluents produced by these economical sectors are discharged, with no previous treatment processes, by dumping the pollutants to the surface waters. As a result of uncontrolled exploitation of natural resources because of the development has caused the pollution of the ecosystem with toxic elements as: Mercury, Arsen, Cuprum, Zinc, Nikel, Mercury, Mangan and Cadmium. The aim of this project is researching the degree of pollution with heavy metals in vegetables products such as”potatoes and onions” along the flow of water in the rivers. A Multi elementary analysis with ICP techniques is realized in Agrovet Laboratory in Fushe Kosova – KOSOVA.Keywords: water pollution, heavy metal, environment, potato, onion

Sources of Industry and their Environmental Impact to Surface Waters

The main goal of the study is analyzing some samples of water in pool as in Lepenci which lies in the region of Ferizaj and Llap river that lies in the Prishtina region and the industrial pouring along these rivers. It gives suggestions to diminish the environmental impact of effluent discharges and further improvements of actual situation. In many cases the impact on water, air and soil compartments has resulted irreversible. Effluents produced by these economical sectors are discharged, with no previous treatment processes, by dumping the pollutants to the surface waters. As a result of uncontrolled exploitation of natural resources because of the development has caused the pollution of the ecosystem with toxic elements as: Mercury, Arsen, Cuprum, Zinc, Nikel, Mercury, Mangan and Cadmium. The aim of this project is researching the degree of pollution with heavy metals in vegetables products such as "potatoes and onions" along the flow of water in the rivers. A Multi elementary analysis with ICP techniques is realized in Agrovet Laboratory in Fushe Kosova – KOSOVA

Environmental Protection and Improvement of Water Quality as a Factor in the Development of Tourism in the Erenik River

This paper examines the impact of urban discharges on the water quality of the ‘Erenik River’ in the city of Gjakova, Kosovo which is the most of key factor in developing the tourism. The primary goal of this project-based research was to provide results through water analysis in order to show the impact of urban discharges on the water quality for the tourists coming. The research was carried out by taking water samples at the entrance and exit of the ‘Erenik River’, while the measured parameters of the analyses were: temperature; pH value; electrical conductivity; turbidity; permanganates; phosphorus; and chlorides. Due to the conditions, measurements were not performed for: Biological and Chemical Expenditure; Dissolved oxygen; and alkalinity of the water. In order to achieve reliable results, the experimental research model was used, applying the techniques and methods of water analysis during the period of November-December 2021. The analyzed water result and the final findings showed that urban wastes affect the water quality, in particular the pollution from the discharges in the river potentiating the condition in which the ‘Erenik River’ is found. Keywords: parameters, rivers, urban discharges, water analysis, water quality

Soil Pollution Factors Affecting the Quality of Crops (Solanum Tuberosum L.)

The circulation of heavy metals in nature is characterized by high toxicity. However, the effects depend on the amount of toxic, the form of exposure to toxicity, the types of species exposed, age, sex, genetics and nutritional status, and on the consequences in ecosystems. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the environmental situation in some regions has deteriorated even more due to poor monitoring by state institutions. The challenges that await us in the future are complex and hence we risk not knowing how to meet the future challenges. The situation with toxicity and pollution is complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which for the first time in this century has turned into a global pandemic. Although we were not prepared to cope with this pandemic, still we succeeded to manage it better than the previous pandemics. High concentrations of heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium, lead, and nickel are among the metals that are dangerous for the public health of citizens. Metallic elements are characterized by toxic effects, especially with the consumption of food products. High concentrations cause great damage to human and animal organs but sometimes even small concentrations of it can have harmful effects. The increase in toxic concentration has affected industrial development, poor waste management, the release of toxic gases from industrial activities, as well as use of pesticides and herbicides in agriculture. High toxicity causes health damage, e.g. resulting from human exposure to metal toxicity and the use of contaminated foods. The heavy metals present in the environment such as Cu, Fe, Mg, Mn, Ni, Se, Zn, Co, Cr, are essential nutrients required for various biochemical and physiological functions

Analysis of the Impact of Industrial Waste on River Water Quality Towards Using the Dynamics of Land Quality

Natural resources are the basis of all material goods which are of special importance for the life and development of mankind. Therefore, sustainable management of natural resources is of great importance for modern society. The concentrations of heavy metals in the soil such as: (Cu, Fe, Cd, Mn, Pb, and Zn), have a negative impact on the contamination of crops. Human activity should be developed on the basis of the principles of environmental sustainability to achieve economic and social prosperity and environmental protection as well as, improve the environment polluted by human activity. Natural resources must be preserved and regenerated. Moreover, well-being, environmental management and maintaining the purity of the environment in the future enable the production of safe food. Preservation of good quality water resources creates security and maintains soil quality. Recently, there has been a marked increase in awareness of natural resources, especially the preservation of water quality, soil, and their importance to our lives. The study included various methodologies, qualitative and quantitative analyses, and statistics

Concentration of Toxic Metals in Agricultural Land and Wheat Culture (Triticum Aestivum L.)

Concentrations of heavy metals in the soil such as: (Pb, Cd, Zn and Cr), play a role in contamination of agricultural crops such as wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). Roads in the Republic of Kosovo are congested with traffic; in addition, over 55% are more than 20 years old. The agricultural land near roads in Kosovo is cultivated with agricultural products, especially wheat. This study aimed to investigate the concentration of toxic metals in soil and wheat crops due to vehicle emissions. In this research are examined the physico-chemical factors that affect the mobility of metals in the soil of the research area as; pH, concentration of organic carbon and heavy metals such as: (Pb, Cd, Zn and Cr). Analytical research shows that the content of toxic metals decreases with increasing distance or along highways. The concentration tests of toxic metals near roads and lands planted with analyzed agricultural crop of corn showed that heavy metal deposits also depend on atmospheric conditions and emissions from vehicle traffic

The Effect of the Addition of Pumpkin Flour on the Rheological, Nutritional, Quality, and Sensory Properties of Bread

Bread in our country and beyond is still the most consumed food product, but the increase in consumer awareness of healthy foods has stimulated interest in the addition of various ingredients to improve their nutritional value and sensory properties. This study aimed to identify the ideal percentage of adding pumpkin flour through its influence on the rheological, nutritional, qualitative, and sensory properties of bread. Breads were produced with different levels of pumpkin flour (control, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 25%). The results of the rheological properties with the Brabender farinograph and extensograph devices showed that the pumpkin flour pulp had an impact on the delay in dough formation, thus affecting the increase in water absorption, development time, stability, resistance, and energy of the dough. The Failing number was very high for all types of bread over 350 seconds, and there were no significant differences between them (p < 0.05). The content of nutrients in the bread, such as fat, cellulose, and ash, increased with the increase in the content of pumpkin flour, while the protein content decreased. Also, with the addition of pumpkin flour, the content of iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium increased, while the content of zinc and manganese decreased. Bread with 5% pumpkin flour had the best specific volume, while control bread and bread with 5% pumpkin flour had better acidity. Bread with 5% pumpkin flour and control bread had better sensory properties, but even breads with 10% pumpkin flour had good sensory properties. So, we suggest the use of less than 10% pumpkin flour in the production of bread without compromising the quality or sensory properties of the bread