Importance of Soil Health Management for Sustainable Agriculture
Importance of Soil Health Management for Sustainable Agriculture Introduction – Soil, the uppermost layer of the earth’s crust, is formed through various physical, organic, and chemical processes. Soil health refers to the soil’s ability to function as a living system within ecosystem and land use limits, supporting plant and animal production, maintaining, or enhancing water...
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नींबू वर्गीय फसलों में जिंक और बोरॉन का महत्त्व
नींबू वर्गीय फसलों में जिंक और बोरॉन का महत्त्व आज के समय में किन्नू और माल्टा की कम उत्पादकता और खराब फल गुणवत्ता, उत्पादकों के सामने प्रमुख चुनौतियों में से एक है। इन समस्याओं के समाधान के लिए जिंक और बोरॉन का उपयोग बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है। यह तत्व नींबू वर्गीय फसलों की उत्पादकता और गुणवत्ता...
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ಮೆಕ್ಕೆಜೋಳ ಬೆಳೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಪೋಷಕಾಂಶಗಳ ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆ
ಮೆಕ್ಕೆ ಜೋಳ (ಮುಸುಕಿನ ಜೋಳ/ಗೋಂಜೋಳ/ಗೋಂಜಾಳ) ಭಾರತದ ಒಂದು ಅತಿ ಮುಖ್ಯವಾದ ಆಹಾರ ಬೆಳೆಯಾಗಿದ್ದು ಭತ್ತ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋಧಿಯ ನಂತರದ ಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿದೆ. ಇದನ್ನು ಮುಖ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಮುಂಗಾರು ಬೆಳೆಯಾಗಿ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಳೆಯಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಶೇಕಡಾ 85 ನಷ್ಟು ಬೆಳೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂಗಾರು ಬೆಳೆಯಾಗಿ ಮತ್ತು ಉಳಿದ 15% ಅನ್ನು ಹಿಂಗಾರು ಬೆಳೆಯಾಗಿ ಬೆಳೆಯಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.
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Integrated Nutrient Management in Adsali Sugarcane
Integrated Nutrient Management in Adsali Sugarcane Adsali sugarcane remains in the field for 14 to 18 months, and with two ratoon crops, its lifecycle extends to nearly 3 years. To maintain good soil fertility, an integrated nutrient management system should be adopted. This involves using a balanced mix of chemical fertilizers, organic manures, and bio...
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Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) – Modernizing Agriculture for Efficiency and Conservation
Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) – Modernizing Agriculture for Efficiency and Conservation Rice is one of the most important foods in the world, feeding billions of people every day. As the global population grows, we need to produce more rice to keep up with demand. The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) estimated that rice production needs...
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Trace Elements and Sugarcane
Trace Elements and Sugarcane Sugarcane crop has tremendous potential to increase the farmers income, however the deficiency of micronutrients is one of the major constraints in improving the sugarcane productivity and quality of cane juice. Trace elements, also known as micronutrients, are required for a plant’s proper growth and development. Although a plant requires a...
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Biofertilizers in Agriculture
Biofertilizers in Agriculture Global Food Demand and Role of Biofertilizers The world population is projected to reach 9 billion by 2050, significantly escalating the demand for food. However, this increase in demand poses a challenge due to the degradation of soil globally, primarily caused by extensive agricultural practices involving pesticides and imbalanced use of chemical...
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Why Proper Nutrient Management for Grapes during April / Foundation Pruning is Important?
Why Proper Nutrient Management for Grapes during April / Foundation Pruning is Important? April or foundation pruning plays a crucial role in forming healthy grape clusters on vines. It’s a vital step before fruit pruning and sets the groundwork for successful fruit production. Taking good care of the garden post foundation pruning in April is...
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The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in Indian Agriculture
The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in Indian Agriculture India’s agricultural sector is the backbone of its economy, relying majorly on soil health to ensure sustainable productivity. Among the numerous factors impacting soil quality, soil organic carbon (SOC) emerges as a critical element for ensuring resilient agricultural practices. Organic Carbon – Soil organic carbon, derived...
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