Category: Crops

Fibre Crops and Their Economic Importance in India

Fibre crops are crucial for India’s economy, providing employment, supporting exports, and contributing to sustainable industries, with cotton and jute being primary examples.
National Rabi Campaign 2025

National Rabi Campaign 2025 | Crop diversification | Promote oilseeds, pulses, fiber, fruits | Increase farmers income, improve nutrition |Ensure sustainability
Shatavari: Farming Guide, Medicinal & Economic Value

Shatavari Farming | Shatavari medicinal plant in Ayurveda | Medicinal crops | Shatavari uses | Shatavari Powder | Grow Shatavari | Shatavari benefits for women
Plant Nutrients for Healthy Growth

Plants Nutrients Guide | Macronutrients | Micronutrients | Help Growth Process | Disease Control | Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms | Plant Food | Fertilizer Guide
Crop Diseases: Effects, Symptoms, Management

Crop diseases | Caused by pathogens like Fungi, Bacteria, and Viruses that reduce yield and quality. Effective treatment | Crop Care | Insecticide | Herbicides
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.
Fertilizer – Farming Guide to Maximize Crop Yield

FERTILIZERS are vital for plant growth, providing key nutrients. Their effective use, combined with best practices helps in sustainable agriculture.
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
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.
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.
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…
Green Vegetables – Powerhouse of Health

Green vegetables are essential for health, providing vital nutrients like vitamins A, C, K, and minerals such as calcium and iron. They support digestion, boost immunity, enhance brain function, and promote heart health while aiding weight management and detoxification. Regular consumption reduces chronic disease risks and enriches overall well-being. Aim for 2-3 servings daily.
Greenhouse Farming: Sustainable Solutions for Indian Agriculture

Greenhouse farming is an innovative agricultural method that provides a controlled environment for growing crops, ensuring optimal conditions for growth and enhancing productivity. In India, where climate conditions vary widely, greenhouse farming is gaining momentum as a sustainable farming practice, especially in regions that experience extreme weather conditions. Let’s break down the concept of greenhouse…
Flaxseeds: A Comprehensive Guide to Health Benefits

Flaxseeds अलसी is are one of the oldest crops known to humankind. It has gained significant attention as a superfood due to their impressive range of health benefits
Essential Pruning Techniques for Healthy Fruit Trees

Pruning: A Detailed Guide Pruning (छंटाई) is a vital horticultural practice that involves selectively removing parts of a plant, such as branches, buds, or roots, to enhance growth, improve yield, or shape the plant. The primary objectives of pruning include encouraging healthier growth, preventing disease, enhancing fruit production, and maintaining the overall appearance and structure…
Understanding Stolon Crops: Nature’s Veggie Reproducers

🌿 Stolon Crops: Nature’s Spreading Wonders Introduction In the plant world, reproduction doesn’t always depend on seeds. Some plants can grow and multiply through special structures known as stolons. Crops that reproduce or spread through stolons are called stolon crops. This form of growth allows plants to spread quickly over the soil surface, forming new…
Understanding Soil Types for Successful Crop Growth

The type of soil you use for growing crops significantly affects the growth, yield, and quality of the plants. Soil types vary in terms of texture, structure, drainage, fertility, and pH levels. Understanding the characteristics of different soil types is essential for successful crop cultivation. Here’s a breakdown of the main types of soil and…
Manure and Organic Fertilizers for Gardens

Manure and Organic Fertilizer: A Comprehensive Guide Organic farming and sustainable agriculture have gained significant traction in recent years. This shift is due to the growing awareness of environmental issues. People recognize the negative impacts of synthetic fertilizers. In this context, manure and organic fertilizers play a crucial role. They improve soil health and increase…
Mongra Farming: Agroforestry and Medicinal Uses

Mongra Farming: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction to Mongra Farming Mongra (मोंगरा), also known as Erythrina variegata, is a tropical leguminous tree species commonly found in various regions of South Asia. It is valued for its medicinal properties, ecological benefits, and utility in agroforestry systems. The plant is known for its vibrant flowers, which come in…
Plant Diseases: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

1. फफूंदी जनित रोग (Fungal Diseases) Powdery Mildew (पाउडरी मिल्ड्यू) Rust (रस्ट) Blight (ब्लाइट) Downy Mildew (डाउनि मिल्ड्यू) Root Rot (मूल सड़न) 2. बैक्टीरिया जनित रोग (Bacterial Diseases) Bacterial Wilt (बैक्टीरियल विल्ट) Fire Blight (फायर ब्लाइट) Bacterial Leaf Spot (बैक्टीरियल पत्तियों पर धब्बे) Soft Rot (सॉफ़्ट रॉट) 3. विषाणु जनित रोग (Viral Diseases) Tobacco Mosaic…