Introduction There is a growing demand for food to fulfill the requirement of the world with ever increasing human population has driven farmers to significantly escalate crop…
Introduction Agriculture has been the backbone of human civilization; it provides food, raw materials, and livelihood for millions. However, traditional agricultural practices of…
Introduction Arsenic is a metalloid element that is present in abundance in the earth’s crust. It is ubiquitous in all environments, including soil, groundwater, air, and…
Introduction Global food security is a highly challenging task that initiates the agriculture sector to be revolutionized on time. The overgrowing world population and limited…
Introduction Green gram is one of the important pulse crops. Its native place is India and central Asia. Green gram is cultivated in the countries of India, Burma, Srilanka,…
Introduction The vision conceived by the Sikkim’s Chief Minister in the year 2003 is not unfamiliar to India. A popular talk show, “Satyamev Jayate,” hosted by Aamir…
Introduction In India, contribution of white button mushroom is 73% of total mushroom production and it is the most popular mushroom in the country.1 In the process of button…
Introduction Polygonatum verticillatum L. is a highly valued medicinal herb of Indian Himalayan region (IHR) and occurs from 2000 -3000 m asl. It is a member of family…
Introduction Foxtail millet (Setaria italica (L.) P. Beauv.) is a self-pollinating, C4 cereal crop with a rich history of cultivation dating back to 5000-6000 BC along the Yellow…
Introduction The alarming rate at which global tree cover is diminishing has spurred a call to action for reforestation and sustainable forest management initiatives. These…
Introduction Punjab, often referred to as the “Granary of India,” holds a prominent position in the country’s agricultural sector, particularly in rice…
Introduction During the anthropocentric period, the expansion of species outside their original circulation range, breaching natural bio-geographical boundaries, had a significant…
Introduction Odisha is a major region on the Indian map, covering a massive geographical area of 155,707 square kilometers. It is located in Eastern India and is the ninth-largest…
Introduction Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) is one of the rich source of vitamins, minerals, organic acids, essential amino acids and dietary fibres.Abiotic and Biotic…
Introduction Detecting pesticide residues in fruits is critical to ensuring food safety and consumer health. Pesticides can linger on fruit surfaces and in tissues, suggesting…
Introduction Green gram, a significant pulse crop in India, offers high-quality protein. It belongs to the family “Leguminosae”. Green gram is a short-duration crop…
Introduction Post-harvest management of stored products is crucial for ensuring food security for the growing global population. Numerous insect species, over a hundred, are known…
Introduction Rapid urbanization and industrialization have led to enormous solid waste generation. This includes domestic, industrial, and agricultural waste, which is escalating…
Introduction The contemporary vegetable production systems, heavily reliant on soil fertilizers, have led to an escalation in soil health degradation. The World Food Program (WFP)…
Introduction The Indian biscuits market was valued at USD 3.19 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.13% during the forecast period from 2023 to 202945. The…
Introduction During the past few decades, the world has witnessed the doubling of human population and a concurrent doubling of food production. Plant nutrition plays a key role…
Introduction Weeds are the noxious pests of agricultural land, where they compete with the crop for space, nutrients, sunlight and other growth regulators. Avena fatua., Phalaris…
Introduction Rice is important because it gives us energy and nutrients. Moreover, it is a big part of our culture and celebrations. It helps farmers make a living and supports…
Introduction Pulses are the second most important group of crops after cereals. These are rich source of protein in vegetarian diet which contains around 20-30% protein.1…
Introduction In the agricultural sector, precise crop yield prediction is essential because it directly affects food security and economic stability. The agricultural yield…
Introduction Maize is India’s third most important cereal crop after rice and wheat. India ranks fourth in maize cultivation area and seventh in production, representing…
Introduction The Internet of Things (IoT) could be a game-changer for people and the world as a whole in many ways1. Extreme weather, soil erosion, drought, and the collapse of…
Introduction The rhizosphere, which is a fascinating soil region that surrounds plant roots, is home to a microbial community that is both diverse and complicated. This community…
Introduction Rice (Oryza sativa) is a staple food crop that feeds a significant portion of the world’s population, particularly in Asia, where it accounts for more than 90%…
Introduction The pyrolysis of biomass under limited oxygen conditions produces a carbonaceous, alkaline solid product, popularly called biochar.1 This material is positively…