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SEED Industry India is the fifth largest seed market across the globe. It is expected to grow at more than 15% during 2017–2022, and can reach a value of more than US$ 7 Billion by 2022. The seed market is majorly contributed by non-vegetable seeds such as corn, Cotton, paddy, wheat, sorghum, sunflower and Millets. … Read more
the syllabus states that -mazor crops,Cropping patterns in various parts of the country,different types of Irrigation system,storage,transport and Marketing of agricultural product,and issues related to constraints,e-tec hnology in the aid of farmers….the link for yojna January 2011 for agriculture is for dowloading dere would be a link as download pdf also ncert geography land use … Read more
Seed is the true carrier of technology. In India, three sets of institutions produce seeds:research institutions and agricultural universities; public sector seed producing corporations; andprivate sector firms including multinationals. The last decade has seen two main developmentsin seed market. One, production of quality seed has risen at a rapid rate after 2005-06. And two,public sector … Read more
Quadruple Cropping: Maximizing Yield and Sustainability in a Changing World The global population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, placing immense pressure on food production systems. Meeting this demand while ensuring food security and environmental sustainability requires innovative agricultural practices. One such practice, gaining increasing attention, is quadruple cropping, a system that involves … Read more
Diseases of Plants caused by viruses and their prevention Some of the same types of viruses that infect humans can also infect plants. Plants and humans do not transmit viruses to each other, but humans can spread plant viruses through physical contact. Most frequently, plants catch a cold when an insect or other … Read more
Control of Pests and crop Disease agriculture is the single largest sector of India that provides the principal means of livelihood for over 58.4% of country’s Population. It contributes approximately one-fifth of the total gross domestic product (GDP). Agriculture accounts for about 10% of the total export earnings and provides raw material to a large … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Mycorrhiza: Arbuscular mycorrhiza Ectomycorrhiza Endomycorrhiza Ericoid mycorrhiza Glomeromycota Mycorrhizal fungi Mycorrhizal networks Mycorrhizal symbiosis Orchid mycorrhiza Vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza (VAM) I hope this helps! Mycorrhizae are a type of symbiotic relationship between fungi and plant roots. The fungi provide the plants with water and nutrients, while … Read more
Contemporary Legal issues: Right To Information India always took pride in being the largest Democracy, but with the passing of the Right to information act in 2005, it has also become an accountable, interactive and participatory democracy. This right has catapulted the Indian citizen on a pedestal from where he can take stock of administrative … Read more
Parallel Cropping: A Sustainable Approach to Boosting Agricultural Productivity The world’s population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, placing immense pressure on global food systems. Meeting this demand while ensuring environmental sustainability requires innovative agricultural practices. One such practice gaining traction is parallel cropping, a technique that offers a promising solution for enhancing … Read more
The Rise of Millets: A Nutritious and Sustainable Future for Food Millets, once considered a staple food for the poor, are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, driven by a growing awareness of their nutritional benefits and their potential to address global food security and environmental challenges. This ancient grain family, encompassing various species like sorghum, … Read more