The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) has announced a reduction in the reserve price for wheat under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) to combat inflation in the food economy. The new reserve price is set at...
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Sagar Parikrama is a program launched by the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, on the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, marking 75 years of independence. The program aims to listen...
Dragon Fruit also called Kamalam fruit, is a climbing cactus plant widely known for its economic value and health benefits. The fruit is native to Southern Mexico, Central and South America, and is now being cultivated in more than 22 countries worldwide, including India.
Forage crops, also known as fodder crops, are specifically grown to provide food for livestock. These crops are typically grown for their leaves and stems which are used as animal feed. They are normally fed by the livestock animals...
Watermelon is an important fruit crop in India widely grown in summer season and has the potential to provide significant economic benefits to farmers. They are easy to grow, require relatively little maintenance and have short growing season. However,...
Watermelon, scientifically known as Citrullus lanatus, belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae which includes other plants such as cucumber, squash and pumpkin. The watermelon plant is a vine-like plant that is typically grown in warm, tropical or subtropical climates. The...
Wheat (Triticum aestivum) is one of the important staple crops of India which is cultivated in the Rabi season. It contributes to a significant share in total wheat production of over 109 million tons during the year 2021. Major...
Banana is one of the most important fruit crops grown widely in almost all parts of India. India stands 1st in the production of banana worldwide with an estimation of about 33 million metric tons in the year 2021....
Leaf miner is one of the serious pests that attack a wide range of crops including vegetables, fruits, ornamentals and cause economic yield loss. Larva is the attacking stage of the pest that causes damage to leaf tissues, reducing...
India, being a country with diverse climatic conditions, has several seasons of farming. The planting time for the crops varies depending on the type of crop, seasons, region, and climate. In India, crops are commonly classified into three seasons...