Deepika M

Tomato is an important vegetable crop in India, both for domestic consumption and for export. India is the world's second-largest producer of tomatoes, after China, with a production of over 20.34 million metric tonnes in the year 2022. However,...

Trichoderma is a genus of free-living fungi that are commonly found in soil and root ecosystems. They are filamentous fungi that grow rapidly and produce a variety of enzymes and secondary metabolites. Trichoderma is known for its ability to...

Humic acid is a naturally occurring compound that is formed by the decomposition of dead plants and animal matter over time.  It is characterized by its dark color and high molecular weight. Humic acid plays a crucial role in enhancing...

Maize (Zea mays L.) is one of the most adaptable crops, able to thrive in a wide range of agro-climatic conditions. Since it has the largest genetic yield potential of all the cereals, maize is referred to as the...

The potato is one of the world's most widely grown and consumed crops, with China and India producing the most. Because of its nutritional value, it is a valuable food source for people all over the world. It is...

Papaya (Carica papaya) is a tropical fruit, ideal for growing in kitchen gardens. Papaya is a rich source of nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, minerals and potassium. According to Second Advance Estimate of the year 2020-21, the...

The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) Scheme is a central sector scheme launched on April 14, 2016 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare. The Small Farmers' Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) is the nodal agency and the iKisan division of...

The One District One Product (ODOP) scheme, launched by the Indian government in 2018, is an initiative aimed at promoting traditional and indigenous industries across the country. The primary objective of the scheme is to identify and develop a...

A central sector scheme called Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM KISAN) was introduced by the Indian government in 2019. It aims to provide income support to small and marginal farmers and their families. The scheme was launched with...

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) was launched on 18th February 2016 with the objective to support sustainable production in the agriculture sector. The scheme aims to provide compensation to farmers suffering crop damage or loss arising out of...