Solar water pumps are becoming increasingly popular in India due to their low cost, dependability, and environmental friendliness. They operate by utilizing solar energy to pump water. This eliminates the need for grid-supplied electricity. Installing off-grid solar systems is the best way to use solar energy to power these water pumps in off-grid areas. Installing […]
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Govt says masur production may touch record 1.6 mn tons this rabi season
The country’s masur (lentil) production is estimated to touch an all-time high of 1.6 million tonnes in the 2023-24 rabi season on higher acreage, according to Consumer Affairs Secretary Rohit Kumar Singh. Masur production stood at 1.55 million tonnes in the 2022-23 rabi season, as per the official data. Despite being the world’s largest producer and consumer of pulses, India imports certain pulses, including masur […]
Going bananas: Prices rise to ₹30/kg from ₹18-20 in October
Hit by falling cultivation and the spread of disease in major producing areas banana prices have gone bananas. Banana inflation increased to 16.5% in November from 2.2% four months ago, according to consumer inflation data released last month. Retail prices have been hovering around ₹30 per kg now, up from₹ 18-20 in October, said traders. […]
Commercial farming technologies
Farming technological improvements have enabled farmers to produce more nutritious and abundant crops than ever before. This not only saves money on unused product, but it also helps to preserve the freshness and quality of your items. Take a look at these 11 commercial farming technologies. Agriculture Technologies of the Future Ag tech is an […]
Wheat sowing tops normal acreage for first time, gram continues to drag
Wheat sowing picked up pace during the week ended December 22, crossing the normal acreage for the first time this season, according to data shared by the agriculture ministry on Friday.The crop had been planted in around 30.86 million hectares, which was around 575,000 hectares less than the area covered during the same period last […]
Margin of cooperatives may rise to ₹10/kg to convert Bharat Atta from FCI wheat after cut in issue price
The Union government has reduced the cost of wheat supplied to cooperative agencies such as Nafed, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar to ₹1,715/quintal from ₹2,150 by agreeing to bear a subsidy of ₹435/quintal. However, there is no order yet on whether maximum retail price (MRP) of “Bharat atta”, processed from the wheat supplied by Food Corporation […]
How women can be given ‘farmer’ status in Indian agricultural eco-system
The last century saw advancement of an intensive agriculture production system, stimulated by consumption-driven economics that has led to deep social and ecological consequences. The major river basins of northern and western India emerged as role models to take shape over the decades. The success in agriculture triggered a deterministic transformation of a fairly diverse […]
Why is Crop Protection so important?
Crop protection plays a vital role in ensuring global food security and sustaining our agricultural systems. By safeguarding crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, it helps to maximize yield, improve quality, and protect the environment. In this article, we will explore the significance of crop protection, the challenges it faces, and the various methods used […]
IISR develops high-yielding black pepper variety ‘Chandra’
The ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (ICAR-IISR), Kozhikode, has developed a high-yielding variety of black pepper named ‘IISR Chandra’. The institute has also completed the genome sequencing of the variety. The research team behind the variety includes Shivakumar MS, B Sasikumar, KV Saji, Sheeja TE, KS Krishnamurthy, and Sivaranjani. Conventionally, new pepper varieties are created […]
This Cows Breed Produces 10 to 20 Times More Milk Than Regular Cows: Report
Scientists have developed cows with enhanced milk production and disease resistance, offering a promising solution to reduce the environmental impact of cattle farming and make animal agriculture more climate-resilient. Cattle farming has long been a subject of concern due to its environmental and climate change impact. One major issue is the production of methane, a potent greenhouse […]