Fishing out data on Goa’s marine wealth
Jun 30, 2024Scientists’ work has yielded an inventory of 600+ species, with ICAR taking forward NIO’s pioneering studies
Harvest is plenty, labourers few: This year, bumper jackfruit crop stays on tall trees
Jun 23, 2024A good jackfruit crop in Goa has brought cheer to farmers, but the lack of harvesters and fruit rot has led to disappointment among owners and consumers. The visibility of jackfruit in the market has increased, but many fruits are still rotting on trees due to the shortage of climbers.
Harvest is plenty, labourers few: This yr, bumper jackfruit crop stays on tall trees
Jun 23, 2024
Depths of Goa’s maritime history being plumbed, timeless treasures emerge
Jun 17, 2024State’s natural harbours helped to establish profitable trade links to far-off lands from ancient times
Lantern festival at Morjim beach, a turtle nesting site, kicks up stir
May 23, 2024A lantern festival at Morjim beach near a turtle nesting site is causing concern due to potential fire hazards and impact on marine wildlife. Organizers of Glowfest claim to have conducted an environmental study, stating that the lanterns will sink harmlessly into the sand before reaching the turtles or small fish.
Bachelors' day out, dinya jatra tradition enthrals locals in Gaondongorim ward
Apr 11, 2024The Dinya jatra festival in Gaondongorim's Indrawada ward blends modernity with tradition, as bachelors partake in unique dance rituals amidst picturesque hills, sustaining cultural traditions of the Velip community before marriage.
1,000 indigenous fishes introduced into river Valvanti to enhance popn, help eco balance
Mar 19, 20241,000 SIFs released in River Valvanti by ICAR-CCARI. Keri sarpanch, officials, fishermen witnessed the release. Conservation efforts during International Day of Action for Rivers. Importance of SIFs breeding and need for conservation highlighted.
A requiem for Quelossim's mattoma heritage
Feb 28, 2024The harvest season has ended in a 16th century orchard in Quelossim, home to the sweet mattoma fruit. Many are upset over the fast-vanishing plantation due to the houses in the orchard. Jesuit missionaries planted the trees in Zuari's flood plain for their good soil fertility.
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