Food crops are essential for sustenance. They include staples like rice, wheat, and maize. These crops support the economy and provide livelihoods. In India, diverse climates allow for various food crops. Agricultural practices vary across regions. Traditional methods coexist with modern techniques. Food security is crucial for the nation. Sustainable farming practices are increasingly important. They ensure future generations have access to food.
In the global pursuit of sustainable agriculture, the role of biodiversity cannot be overstated. Agricultural biodiversity, encompassing the variety of plants, animals, and microorganisms within agricultural systems, is...
A new study led by researchers from the University College London and the Natural History Museum highlights the potential crisis facing tropical crops like coffee, cocoa, watermelon, and...
The Union Minister of Agriculture highlighted strategies to boost pulses production in India. The National Food Security Mission (NFSM)-Pulses was emphasized, operating in 28 states and 2 Union...
The 19th regular session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) held at the FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, marked a significant milestone in...
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), launched in 2016, aims at supporting sustainable production in agriculture sector by way of providing financial support to farmers suffering crop loss/...
Rice It is staple food of large population living in monsoon Asia, tropical and subtropical lands. Conditions of Growth:' Average temperature between 20'and 27' C ; at least...
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has recently made headlines for its decision to increase the minimum support price (MSP) of more than a dozen crops for...
There has been unusually widespread sightings of locust swarms in the urban areas of Rajasthan, as well as regions in Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha in Maharashtra. About Desert...
The Global Nutrition Report 2020, a comprehensive review of the state of the world's nutrition, raises attention to the crucial role that local and diverse food systems play...
