STRAWBERRY CULTIVATION
With strawberry and flower cultivation, parched Aravali in Rajasthan is solving its water problems
Cultivating strawberries, peas, and flowers in the arid southern region of Rajasthan is an oddity. But water conservation efforts by the Delhi-based DS Group are making a difference.
Fruit for thought: Farmers turn to cultivation of exotic varieties
These fruits offer up to 50% higher returns than other local fruits, according to experts. "Over the last five years, farmers and entrepreneurs have realized the potential for exotic fruits and new varieties for both domestic and international markets," said Purnima Khandelwal, chief executive of InI Farms, a large exporter of horticulture products.
Strawberry cultivation using drip irrigation in Kurabad
Strawberry cultivation using drip irrigation in KurabadStrawberry cultivation using drip irrigation in Kurabad
With AI, Himanshu Gupta is giving the climate forecast for supplychains a makeover
It's difficult to accurately forecast extreme weather events such as hurricanes and heat waves particularly for hyper-specific geographies weeks before the season. AI can help in such cases.
Want to grow fruits & vegetables in cities? Become a beekeeper
Most research on crop pollination has focused on rural areas, leaving us with limited information about urban settings. While the role of insect groups like flies and wasps in crop pollination has only gained recognition relatively recently.
As India grows its own 'exotic' fruits and vegetables, imports are plummeting
The import of produce such as durians, leeks and other alliaceous bulbs, capsicums, figs, mangosteen and strawberries has dropped 70-100 per cent since 2018, as per APEDA data. Inbound shipment of asparagus, celery, lemons, mandarins, walnuts, plums, peaches, nectarines and pears have fallen 10-60% during the same period.
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Northeast to be developed as India's Bio-Economic Hub: Jitendra Singh
The Minister said the Eastern Himalayan Region is one of the mega-biodiversity rich zones and is among the 34 biodiversity Hotspots of the world. He said there is a need to put these invaluable genetic resources to use for the economic growth of the region in particular and to the nation in general, through biotechnological interventions
Agritech startups: Think beyond organic, think hydroponics
Pelican Aeroponic is among two dozen farm startups that have come up over the past few years, with a promise of growing "better-than-organic" or "beyond-organic" fruits and vegetables in India.
How China beat the U.S. to become world's undisputed solar champion
China was mustering government investments that dwarfed the U.S. effort and coupling them with national mandates that forced utilities to use renewable power. The country now makes most of the world’s polysilicon, a key material in solar panels. It also kept its labor costs lower than those in most industrial countries and has been willing to prop up unprofitable operations.
CM Adityanath orders setting up of labs to certify organic farm produce at divisional level in state
Laying emphasis on organic farming, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said laboratories certifying organic agriculture products should be established at divisional levels in the state.
Exit the dragon: Can renaming the dragon fruit as kamalam help popularise the pretty but bland fruit?
An ingenious attempt has been made by some to brand passion fruit as Krishnaphal in India. Another ongoing attempt that might be more successful is to sell persimmons as amarphal.
Piyush Goyal asks ICAR to explore possibilities to grow imported fruits
Commerce minister Piyush Goyal said that there is lot of scope in the cultivation of flowers and horticulture crops in the country.
Modi govt to deal sternly with 'Tukde Tukde gang' trying to take advantage of farmers stir: Ravi Shankar Prasad
"They (those protesting farm laws) are saying that they will not withdraw their movement unless and until these laws are withdrawn. We would like to say that Narendra Modi government respects farmers but would like to make it clear that stern action will be taken against 'tukde tukde gang' taking advantage of farmers movement," Prasad said.
Falling groundwater levels driving farmers in Punjab to move away from paddy
To produce a kilogramme of rice, 2,500-5,500 litres of water is needed, as per the Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
Art teacher moonlights as ecological pioneer; grows seasonal, leafy greens to make Bengaluru healthy
These forgotten varieties are now finding takers in cities.
A pick of blueberries in Panchgani: will the Canadian touch be there?
The karonda fruit growing below Panchgani probably as many health benefits, but no one has invested in proving them.
A soil-free success: Aquaponic agriculture on the rise
Aquaponic and hydroponic methods of agriculture are gaining popularity at a time when traditional farming is becoming non-remunerative, water increasingly scarce and soil less fertile.
A berry old story: How strawberries found its most delicious avatar in India when combined with basundi
Strawberry basundi has quietly become a wedding catering staple.
Strawberries sweeter in sugarcane belt
The 26-year-old Yogesh Saini, who is also a Class X dropout, claims to have stumbled upon a unique idea that is helping him earn a fortune.
North Bengal draws investment intents worth Rs 1702 crore
The proposed projects for units in food processing, dairy, food and beverages, animal husbandry, rice mills, pulse mills, flour mills, cold storage, etc,.
Now, cooks turn farmers & nurse kitchen gardens
Many Bengalureans are taking to the eat-the-food-you-grow idea and that appears to be bringing world cuisines to namma kitchens.
Activists launch 'Sarson Satyagraha' against GM Mustard
Kolkata, Oct 2 (IANS) A section of beekeepers, farmers and activists marched in protest here against GM Mustard being considered for commercial cultivation in India.
Professionals scouting for land to turn farmers despite stringent restrictions
According to Section 79A of Karnataka Land Reforms Act, 1961, you can purchase land for agricultural purposes only if (a) you are an agricultural worker by profession.
Belgium apples, pears enter India via tie-up with Yupaa Group
Yupaa Group's Karvat said it is initially targeting all metro cities & will then move on to tier II & tier III cities for Belgian apples & pears.
Arunachal signs MoU with Hill Crests Foods for kiwi wine
If the project is successful, kiwi wine manufacturing unit will be set up in the state for which huge quantity of kiwi will be required.
Himachal govt to take stern action to stop illegal mining: Virbhadra Singh
Stern action would be taken against people involved in illegal mining and the government was serious about it, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh today said.
Plantations looking at tourism, other crops to augment income
Plantation majors such as Kanan Devan Hill Plantations (KDHP), Harrisons Malayalam and AVT are looking at farm tourism , dairying and cultivation of other crops to augment their income.
Rice growers in Satara Belt work without middlemen
Rice growers in the Satara Belt sell their produce directly to consumers in cities, without involving any middlemen.
Mahabaleshwar seeks GI tag for its strawberries
After the Puneri pagdi, Tirupati laddoo, basmati rice, the Mahabaleshwar strawberry is seeking geographical identification (GI) status.
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