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The Department of agriculture has been created mainly to provide Agricultural Extension Services to farmers and to transfer the latest technical knowledge to the farming community, introduction of high yielding varieties, laying demonstrations, imparting training to farmers to improve skills & knowledge to boost up the agricultural Production and productivity. The other objectives of … Read more
Provisions for Assam: A Comprehensive Look at Policies and Programs Assam, a state in Northeast India, has a rich history, diverse culture, and unique challenges. The state faces issues like poverty, unemployment, and environmental degradation, alongside its vibrant cultural heritage. To address these challenges and promote development, the government has implemented various provisions and programs … Read more
Chhattisgarh is rich in Livestock wealth. Livestock sector contributes about 23 percent to the value of agricultural sector output. A majority of the rural households possesses one or another species of livestock. The distribution of livestock holdings is more equitable as compared to land, indicating that the poor have more opportunities in livestock production than … Read more
Anaerobic digestion is a process that converts organic waste into biogas and digestate. Biogas is a renewable energy source that can be used to generate electricity, heat, or fuel vehicles. Digestate is a nutrient-rich soil amendment that can be used to improve crop yields. Anaerobic digestion is a natural process that occurs in the absence … Read more
Understanding the World of Goods: A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Goods The world of goods is vast and diverse, encompassing everything from the basic necessities of life to the most luxurious and specialized items. Understanding the different types of goods is crucial for businesses, consumers, and policymakers alike. This article provides a comprehensive guide … Read more
The Unhealthy Truth: A Deep Dive into Trans Fats Trans fats, once a ubiquitous ingredient in processed foods, have become a dietary villain in recent years. Their negative impact on cardiovascular health has been well-documented, leading to widespread bans and regulations. This article delves into the world of trans fats, exploring their origins, health implications, … Read more
What is Desertification? Desertification is the degradation of land in arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas. It is caused by human activities and Climate Change. Desertification can lead to a loss of BiodiversityBiodiversity, a decline in agricultural productivity, and an increase in poverty. Causes of Desertification Overgrazing Deforestation Irrigation Climate change Effects of Desertification Loss … Read more
Agro-ECOLOGY and its relevance to man The term Agroecology can be used in multiple ways, as a science, as a movement and as a practice. Broadly stated, it is the study of the role of agriculture in the world. Agroecology provides an interdisciplinary framework with which to study the activity of agriculture. In this framework, … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Food safety and Microbial standards, Food quality standards Food safety-Indicators of food microbial Quality and safety-Coliforms, Enterococci, Bifidobacteria, Coliphages/Enteroviruses, predictive Microbiology/ Microbial modeling Microbial Standards of Processed and preserved Foods The Center for disease control (CDC) investigates each documented outbreak of food borne disease and attempts … Read more
Importance of Science & Technology as an engine for national development- Industrial development & Urbanization Professor Freeman J. Dyson, of Institute of Advanced Studies, Princeton, in his book “Infinite in all Directions,” had this to say about Technology: “Technology is a gift of God. After the gift of Life, it is perhaps the … Read more