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Rajasthan : Schemes and Projects Rajasthan Bhamashah Yojana The State Government of Rajasthan has introduced the Bhamashah Yojana and Bhamashah card to empower Women. Under the scheme, the women from below POVERTY line (BPL) families are benefited through direct benefit transfer. The beneficiary of the scheme will get the amount directly into their bank … Read more
Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP): Expanding Irrigation and Reducing Delays Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and climates, heavily relies on agriculture for its economy and sustenance. However, the country faces significant challenges in ensuring food security, particularly due to erratic rainfall and limited irrigation infrastructure. Recognizing the critical need for expanding irrigation facilities, … Read more
Navigating the Lifeline: A Deep Dive into India’s National Waterways India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich history, boasts a vast network of rivers that have played a pivotal role in shaping its civilization and economy. These waterways, often referred to as the “lifeline of the nation,” have served as arteries for trade, transportation, … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Seed Seed is technically defined as ripened ovule containing embryo. Another definition says that the seed is a living embryo which is vital and basic input for attaining sustained Growth in agricultural production in different agro-climatic conditions. The embryo in the seed remains almost suspended for … Read more
Soil fertility refers to the ability of a soil to sustain agricultural plant Growth, i.e. to provide plant habitat and result in sustained and consistent yields of high quality. A fertile soil has the following properties:- It is rich in nutrients necessary for basic plant nourishment. This includes nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. It consists of adequate Minerals such as boron, … Read more
Waterlogging: A Silent Threat to Global Food Security and Environmental Sustainability Waterlogging, the saturation of soil with water to the point where air is displaced, is a pervasive and often overlooked environmental problem with far-reaching consequences. While often associated with agricultural practices, waterlogging can occur naturally due to heavy rainfall or flooding, or be exacerbated … Read more
Agricultural problems in Karnataka Draught and farmers suicide Karnataka’s farmers have been facing several issues ranging from improper technology to agricultural loan debts. Karnataka is a vast state with varied topography, while there are agriculturally prosperous regions, some regions are severely affected by the frequent droughts. The Karnataka government even after introducing and implementing certain … Read more
The Silent Threat: Salinization and its Impact on Our Planet Salinization, the increasing concentration of salts in soil and water, is a silent threat to our planet’s ecosystems and food security. While often overlooked, its effects are far-reaching, impacting agriculture, water resources, biodiversity, and human health. This article delves into the complexities of salinization, exploring … Read more
Soil fertility depleted, the rivers polluted and the forests destroyed. The Indian Scenario India constitutes 18 per cent of the world’s Population, 15 per cent of the live stock population and only 2 per cent of the geographic area, one per cent of the forest area and 0.5 per cent of pasture lands. … Read more
Cultivating a Sustainable Future: A Deep Dive into Various Agricultural Initiatives The world’s population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, placing immense pressure on agricultural systems to produce enough food to feed everyone. This challenge is further compounded by climate change, resource scarcity, and the need to protect biodiversity. To meet these challenges, … Read more