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INTRODUCTION TO AGRO BASED INDUSTRIES Agro based industries in India form a crucial link between agriculture and industry, providing employment, enhancing value addition, and promoting rural development. These industries primarily use agricultural raw materials for manufacturing goods, thus playing a significant role in boosting the rural economy. With India being one of the world’s largest … Read more
INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION Agricultural education in India plays a vital role in the overall development of the agricultural sector, which is the backbone of the country’s economy. With more than 50% of the population depending on agriculture for their livelihood, the need for systematic education in agriculture becomes highly important. Agricultural education covers a … Read more
INTRODUCTION TO PLANT GROWTH REGULATORS Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) are organic substances, either natural or synthetic, that influence physiological processes in plants at very low concentrations. These regulators are essential for modifying plant growth and development, including processes like cell division, elongation, flowering, fruiting, and leaf fall. In horticulture, PGRs are widely used to enhance … Read more
INTRODUCTION Training in horticulture refers to the practice of modifying the growth and form of plants to improve their productivity, health, and appearance. It is mainly done in fruit crops to direct plant growth, expose more leaves to sunlight, encourage the development of strong branches, and facilitate easier cultural operations like spraying and harvesting. The … Read more
INTRODUCTION TO POTTING AND REPOTTING Potting and repotting are crucial horticultural practices that ensure healthy plant growth and development. Potting refers to the process of planting a plant in a container with soil or potting mix, providing it with a stable environment to grow. Repotting, on the other hand, involves transferring a plant from one … Read more
INTRODUCTION Pests in field crops are harmful organisms that cause damage to agricultural crops by feeding on them or interfering with their growth. These pests include insects, rodents, nematodes, mites, and birds. Field crops such as rice, wheat, maize, pulses, and oilseeds are especially vulnerable to pest attacks throughout their growing and storage phases. These … Read more
1. DEFINITION Harvesting of crops means cutting and collecting fully matured crops from the field. It is the final and one of the most important stages in agriculture. Harvesting ensures that all the hard work done during land preparation, sowing, watering, fertilizing, and pest control pays off. A timely and proper harvest results in higher … Read more
A silkworm is the larval stage of a silk-producing moth, most commonly Bombyx mori. These caterpillars spin protective cocoons made of silk threads, which are harvested to produce natural silk fabric. Different species of silkworms feed on specific host plants and produce various types of silk used in clothing and textiles. Introduction to Sericulture in … Read more
Introduction Button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) cultivation requires a nutrient-rich, well-prepared compost as the primary substrate. The compost not only provides essential nutrients for mushroom mycelium growth but also serves as a base medium that influences yield and quality. Composting is a microbiological process where organic matter is partially decomposed by microorganisms under controlled conditions. Proper … Read more
Introduction Agricultural Microbiology is a branch of science that focuses on the role of microorganisms in agriculture. It includes the study of soil fertility, plant health, microbial diversity, and the interaction between microbes and plants. These microbes can be both beneficial and harmful, and their influence plays a vital role in food production, crop protection, … Read more