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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 … Read more
Environmental Issues in Indian Himalayan Region The Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) is a vast and diverse region that encompasses the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and Ladakh. The IHR is home to a wide range of ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, wetlands, and glaciers. The region is also home to … Read more
Soil reclamation (Land reclamation) Soil reclamation is the process of improving lands to make them suitable for a more intensive use. Reclamation efforts may be concerned with the improvement of rainfall-deficient areas by Irrigation, the removal of detrimental constituents from salty or alkali lands, the diking and draining of tidal marshes, the smoothing … Read more
The Fragile Beauty: Environmental Issues in the Indian Himalayan Region The Indian Himalayan Region (IHR), a majestic tapestry of snow-capped peaks, verdant valleys, and pristine rivers, is a treasure trove of biodiversity and a vital lifeline for millions. However, this fragile ecosystem is facing a multitude of environmental challenges, threatening its delicate balance and the … Read more
Farm Yard Manure Farm yard manure (FYM) is a type of organic fertilizer that is made from the waste products of farm animals, such as cattle, pigs, and chickens. FYM is a valuable source of nutrients for plants, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. It can also help to improve SoilSoil structure and drainage. Composition of … Read more
Waste minimization is an appropriate strategy to address the problems of industrial pollution. The objective of the scheme is to assist the small and medium scale industries in adoption of cleaner production processes. • A scheme on adoption of clean technology and promotion and establishment of waste minimization circles in small and medium scale industries … Read more
defined as ‘an addition or excessive addition of certain materials to the physical Environment (water, air and lands), making it less fit or unfit for life’. Pollutants are the materials or factors, which cause adverse effect on the natural quality of any component of the environment. Classifications According to the form in which they … Read more
The Power of Manure: A Deep Dive into Essential Elements for Plant Growth Manure, a natural byproduct of animal waste, has long been recognized as a valuable resource for enriching soil and promoting plant growth. Its organic composition provides a wealth of nutrients, improving soil structure and fostering a thriving ecosystem for plants. This article … Read more
Solid Waste Management; Types of Solid waste Management; Factors affecting Solid Waste Generation Solid Waste Management Solid waste management is basic public Services which every citizen should have access to, both for