Food

Integrated Nutrient Management (INM)

Integrated Nutrient Management (INM): A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Agriculture Introduction The world’s population is steadily increasing, demanding a corresponding rise in food production. However, conventional agricultural practices, heavily reliant on synthetic fertilizers, are facing mounting challenges. Environmental degradation, resource depletion, and rising input costs are pushing the agricultural sector towards a critical juncture. This … Read more

Cottage and Small Scale Industries. in Himachal Pradesh

Cottage and Small Scale Industries. in Himachal Pradesh Industrialization in Himachal Pradesh is comparatively a recent phenomenon. The severe climatic conditions topographical and geographical severities throw challenges in the process of industrialization. In such a scenario, the benefits in the form of incentives and subsidies as well as the development of appropriate Horticulture, Forestry, mining, … Read more

Agroecology

 Agroecology Agroecology Shares much in common with other approaches to sustainable farming. Agroecology is farming that “centers on food production that makes the best use of nature’s goods and Services while not damaging these Resources.”  Farming thrives when it works with local Ecosystems, for example, improving Soil and plant quality through available Biodiversity, … Read more

Agriculture Price Policy

 agriculture price policy Agricultural price policy in India was introduced since independence. But the agricultural price policy formulated in India has varied widely for different years and also for different crops. This policy put much emphasis on the prices of foodgrains like wheat, rice and coarse Cereals such as jowar, bajra, maize etc. … Read more

WTO and Agricultural Subsidies

The WTO and Agricultural Subsidies: A Complex Dance of Trade and Politics The World Trade Organization (WTO) plays a crucial role in regulating international trade, aiming to create a level playing field for all participating countries. However, the issue of agricultural subsidies has proven to be a contentious and complex area within the WTO framework, … Read more

Food Processing, and Food Packaging & Marketing

Food Processing, and Food Packaging & Marketing Food Processing Industry (FPI) in India is a sunrise sector that has gained prominence in the recent years. Easy availability of raw materials, changing lifestyles and favourable fiscal policies has given a considerable push to the industry’s Growth. FPI serves as a vital link between the agriculture and … Read more

Food Processing, And Food Packaging And Marketing

 Food Processing, and Food Packaging & Marketing v  Food Processing Industry (FPI) in India is a sunrise sector that has gained prominence in the recent years. Easy availability of raw materials, changing lifestyles and favourable fiscal policies has given a considerable push to the industry’s Growth. v  FPI serves as a vital link … Read more

Post harvest technology and value addition in Food Processing

Post Harvest Technology And Value Addition in Food Processing While increased productivity is an essential component of a vibrant agricultural sector, improved post-harvest handling and processing is essential to ensure high-quality products reach the markets. Too often, even when the yields are high, producers lose income due to poor post-harvest practices. Effective post-harvest management allows … Read more

Climate

Elements of Climate and weather   Climate is decided by a region’s climate system. A climate system has few major components: the Atmosphere, the layer, the cryosphere, and the land surface. The atmosphere is that the most variable a part of the climate system. The composition and movement of gases encompassing the planet will change … Read more