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Plant Nutrients for Healthy Growth

Plants Nutrients Guide | Macronutrients | Micronutrients | Help Growth Process | Disease Control | Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms | Plant Food | Fertilizer Guide
Namo Drone Didi Yojana

NaMo Drone Didi Yojana | Empowers rural women | Training Women as drone operators | Modern Farming methods | Increasing Farmer Income and Self-sufficiency.
FPO – Formation and Promotion of Farmer Producer Organizations

Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) scheme is a collective of 300 to 1,000 farmers | Promoting better market access | Empowering agricultural communities | Increase Farmer Income
Lawn Care: From Seeds to Maintenance

Lawn Grow Tips | How to grow a healthy lawn? Seed Selection | Soil Preparation | Watering and Nutrient Management | Lawn Fertilizer | Farming Guide to Grow Lawn
Horticulture: From Pomology to Landscaping

Horticulture | Special branch of agricultural science | Focuses on high value crops | Enhancing Food security, nutrition | Income Growth of Farmers
National Beekeeping and Honey Mission: A Sweet Revolution (NIBH)

The National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM) promotes scientific beekeeping and aims to enhance honey production scheme, boost farmer incomes, and create rural employment.
MISS: Affordable Credit for Indian Farmers

The Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) enhances affordable short-term credit for Indian farmers, promoting timely loan repayment, financial inclusion, and supporting agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods.
Flaxseed (Linseed) Cultivation: A Detailed Guide

Flaxseed farming, covering climate, soil, land preparation, seed selection, irrigation, fertilizer requirement, weed and pest management, and post-harvest practices for optimal yield.
How to Prepare Soil for Garlic and Onions

Preparing a Bed for Garlic & Onions 1. Choosing the Right Location 2. Testing and Amending Soil 3. Bed Preparation (Before Planting) 4. Fertilization & Nutrition 5. Planting Garlic and Onions 6. Mulching & Watering 7. Maintenance Through the Season 8. Crop Rotation & Long-Term Bed Management Key Points to Remember
PMFBY: Empowering Farmers with Crop Insurance

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), launched in 2016, offers comprehensive crop insurance to Indian farmers against natural calamities, pests, and diseases. With affordable premiums and government support, it aims to mitigate financial risks, promote agricultural sustainability, and encourage farmers’ participation, though challenges like low enrollment and claim delays persist.
PM-KMY Application Guide: Simple Steps to Enroll

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) provides financial security to small and marginal farmers in India post-retirement, offering a monthly pension of ₹3,000 after age 60. The government matches farmer contributions, ensuring accessibility through low premiums and simple application processes. Challenges include awareness and enrollment issues among farmers.
PM-KISAN: Guide to Farmer Income Support

PM-KISAN is a government program initiated on February 24, 2019, to provide ₹6,000 annually to small and marginal farmers in India, disbursed in three installments. It aims to ease financial burdens, ensuring direct transfers to farmers’ accounts with no application fees. The initiative has expanded eligibility while addressing challenges like payment delays and technical issues.
Intercropping: Boost Crop Yields & Soil Health

Intercropping involves growing multiple crops simultaneously in the same field to enhance productivity and biodiversity. It offers benefits like improved soil fertility, pest control, and risk diversification. However, it requires careful planning due to resource competition and management complexity. Selecting compatible crops is key to maximizing intercropping advantages.
Fungiculture: Guide to Mushroom Farming

Fungiculture मशरूम (फंगीकल्चर: मशरूम फार्मिंग का परिचय) Fungiculture refers to the cultivation of fungi, specifically mushrooms, for food, medicinal, or commercial purposes. Mushrooms are a type of edible fungus that thrives under controlled environmental conditions. Fungiculture is gaining popularity due to its low investment, high yield, and ability to grow on organic waste products. Mushrooms…
Solar Renewable Energy Programme – HIMURJA

The solar energy initiative in Himachal Pradesh aims to leverage the state’s potential for decentralized solar power generation to promote sustainable development and meet national energy targets. With significant installed capacity goals by 2030, the program emphasizes the need for policy alignment, financial incentives, and community engagement to empower local populations and encourage investment.
Guide to Setting Up Greenhouses in India

Setting up a greenhouse (protected cultivation) in India involves several steps — technical, financial, and regulatory — and there are a number of government schemes that can help. Below is a detailed guide + an overview of relevant schemes in India. 1. What Is a Greenhouse & Why Use One A greenhouse (or polyhouse /…
Top Flower Plants to Grow in India

This guide provides practical insights into the easiest and hardest flower plants to cultivate in India’s diverse climates. It highlights easy-care plants like marigolds and hibiscus, suitable for beginners, and challenges like tulips and orchids for advanced gardeners. Emphasis is on understanding local conditions for gardening success.
Top Wheat Varieties: Features and Benefits Explained

This content compares various wheat varieties, including Sharbati, Sonalika, Bhalia, Durum, Khapli, Kharchia, and modern high-yield types. Each has distinct features suited for different culinary and farming needs, emphasizing yield, eating quality, and adaptability to soil conditions. Practical tips highlight choosing varieties based on climate, market demands, and agronomy.
Sustainable Alternatives to Plastics: Agricultural Innovations

This paper discusses the growing role of agriculture in reducing the carbon footprint through bio-based materials and carbon sequestration. Traditional plastics, derived from fossil fuels, pose significant environmental issues. Innovations in bioplastics, natural fibers, and mycelium materials present sustainable alternatives while regenerative agriculture enhances carbon storage, contributing to a circular economy.
Microgreens: Your Guide to Nutrient-Packed Superfoods

🌿 Microgreens: The Tiny Plants with Mighty Nutrients In recent years, microgreens have taken the health and culinary world by storm. These small but powerful greens are packed with nutrients, vibrant flavors, and visual appeal — making them a favorite among chefs, health enthusiasts, and urban gardeners alike. But what exactly are microgreens, and why…