Introduction Tea, or chai, is more than just a drink in India - it’s a way of life. With its cultural roots stretching back centuries, India today stands as the…
At dawn in Veliyathunadu, about 15 kilometres from bustling Kalamassery town, farmers and villagers gathered in anticipation. Tea stalls filled with chatter, children ran across fields, and elders leaned on…
In 1922, Rabindranath Tagore penned the immortal lines:"Phire chol matir tane / je mati añcal pete cheye achhe mukher pane"(Return by the call of the soil / The soil that…
A gram of soil on the earth's surface contains about one hundred thousand microorganisms, while a gram of soil in the deeper layers, particularly in the root zone of crops,…
Sodicity is a major challenge in irrigated agriculture across the globe. Approximately 10% of the world’s land surface—around 13.2 billion hectares—is affected by salts, primarily due to prolonged use of…
Introduction: Our ancient Sangam literature emphasizes the importance of forests. Ideally, 33% of our country's total area should be covered by forests, but currently, only 29.39% is forested. Urbanization and…
Organic farming is an agricultural method that emphasizes the use of natural processes and inputs to produce crops and livestock. It aims to enhance soil fertility, promote biodiversity, and minimize…
Published in: August 2019 Due to climate change and insufficient rainfall, groundwater levels are steadily declining. To address this, it's essential to store the limited rainwater effectively. Farmers are encouraged…
Authors:Dr. M. Nirmala Devi, Assistant Professor (Mathematics)Corresponding AuthorDepartment of Physical Sciences & Information Technology,Agricultural Engineering College & Research Institute,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 641003 Dr. Jeyalakshmi Poornalingamm, Assistant Professor…
M. Radha¹, M. Nirmala Devi², S. Vishnu Shankar³, P. Jeyalakshmi⁴* ¹ Assistant Professor (Statistics), Department of Agricultural Economics, Anbil Dharmalingam Agricultural College and Research Institute, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India*Corresponding author:…
Corresponding Author:Department of Physical Sciences & Information TechnologyAgricultural Engineering College & Research InstituteTamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 641 003 Dr. Jeyalakshmi Poornalingamm, Assistant Professor (English)Department of Agricultural Extension and…
Published in: December 2017 Wearing silk enhances one's appearance, and silk clothing has a revered status in our culture. An old saying suggests that silk, even when torn, retains its…
Published in: December 2017 In the 19th century, Italian scientist Agostino Bassi identified that the muscardine disease, also known as lime disease, affecting silkworms was caused by a fungal infection.…
Published in: December 2017 Raising rabbits is a profitable business. With minimal space, low initial investment, reduced feed costs, and simple maintenance, rabbits can provide substantial income in a short…
Animals like dogs, cats, and livestock can carry diseases that spread to humans. These zoonotic diseases include rabies, leptospirosis, toxocariasis, and brucellosis. Here’s an overview of these diseases, their symptoms,…
The coconut tree, a significant cash crop in India, is primarily cultivated in states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. In Tamil Nadu, the Coconut Development Project has…
The banana, one of the three major fruits, has been a staple in the human diet since ancient times. Native to the Asian continent, the banana is cultivated across tropical…
Although meat is sold in various forms to meet consumer preferences, converting it into value-added products can ensure sustained demand, boost business, and generate stable income. Urban areas, in particular,…
India ranks first globally in milk production, a feat achieved through the White Revolution. With 13.9% of the world's cows (38.5 million) and 64.4% of the world's buffaloes (58.5 million),…