#Fruits
127 published articles are tagged “Fruits” or one of its sub-tags: 45 from the agri.bot knowledge base and 82 from 3 universities and research institutes. This tag sits under #Cultivation.
Knowledge Base
21 Oct 2026
Controlling Flower Drop in MangoMango trees naturally drop many flowers, but excessive drop can reduce yield. Proper water, nutrient, and pest management are crucial to minimize abnormal flower loss and ensure a good fruit set.
29 Sept 2026
Wheat Seed TreatmentSeed treatment is a crucial practice for wheat cultivation, protecting young seedlings from common soil-borne and seed-borne diseases and pests. It ensures better germination, stronger plant establish…
15 Sept 2026
Prunus Cerasoides Cultivation: Agro-Techniques and Therapeutic UsesThis article details the cultivation of Prunus cerasoides, also known as Himalayan wild cherry, covering its morphological and floral characteristics, distribution, climate, soil, propagation, nursery…
15 Sept 2026
Angelica Glauca Cultivation: Agro-Techniques and Therapeutic UsesThis article details the cultivation of Angelica glauca, including its morphological and floral characteristics, distribution, climate and soil requirements, propagation, nursery techniques, field pla…
11 Sept 2026
Valeriana Jatamansi Cultivation: Agro-Techniques and ManagementThis article details the cultivation of Valeriana jatamansi, covering its therapeutic uses, morphological and floral characteristics, distribution, climate and soil preferences, propagation, planting,…
10 Sept 2026
Asparagus adscendens Cultivation and UsesThis article details the cultivation practices, agro-techniques, and therapeutic uses of Asparagus adscendens, also known as Satavari or Pili Satawar.
10 Sept 2026
CauliflowerAgriculture > Vegetables > Cauliflower Climate & Soil Propagation & Planting Intercultural Operations Plant Protection Harvesting About the crop With the development of tropical varieties…
4 Sept 2026
Gram (Chickpea) Sowing TimeThe ideal time to sow gram (chickpea) in most parts of India is from mid-October to mid-November. This period ensures the crop benefits from optimal cool and dry weather conditions, which are crucial…
4 Sept 2026
Black Gram Sowing TimeBlack gram (urad dal) can be successfully cultivated in India during three main seasons: Kharif (monsoon), Rabi (winter), and Zaid (summer). The optimal sowing period is crucial and varies significant…
24 Aug 2026
Jackfruit Market Prices: Factors and TrendsThe market price of jackfruit per kilogram varies significantly based on several factors, including the season, variety, quality, and the specific market channel (wholesale or retail). Farmers should…
24 Aug 2026
Summer Season Sponge Gourd Cultivation MethodsCultivating sponge gourd during the summer season can be profitable with proper management. This guide covers essential practices from land preparation to harvesting, focusing on water, nutrient, and…
17 Aug 2026
Climate and Weather Patterns in Buldana DistrictBuldana district in Maharashtra experiences a tropical dry and wet climate, characterized by hot summers, a distinct monsoon season, and mild winters. Understanding these weather patterns is crucial f…
10 Aug 2026
Mango Plantation: Ideal Pit Size and PreparationPreparing the right-sized pit is crucial for the healthy establishment and long-term growth of mango trees. Proper pit dimensions allow for good root development and effective soil amendment.
30 Jul 2026
Mango Tree Irrigation ScheduleProper irrigation is crucial for healthy mango trees and good fruit yield, but water needs change significantly with the tree's age, growth stage, soil type, and local weather conditions. Understandin…
8 Jul 2026
Papain Extraction from PapayaPapain is a valuable enzyme extracted from the milky latex of green papaya fruits. This process involves carefully tapping unripe fruits, collecting the latex, and then processing it into a stable pow…
8 Jul 2026
Azolla Cultivation PracticesAzolla is a small, free-floating aquatic fern widely used as a biofertilizer for rice and as a nutritious feed supplement for livestock. Cultivating Azolla is a simple and cost-effective way for farme…
6 Jul 2026
Potato Planting DistanceOptimal planting distance for potatoes is crucial for achieving good yields and desired tuber size. It depends on factors like potato variety, soil fertility, irrigation availability, and the specific…
1 Jul 2026
Papaya Leaf Curl ControlPapaya leaf curl is a serious viral disease spread by whiteflies, causing stunted growth and reduced fruit yield. Effective control relies primarily on managing the whitefly population and implementin…
28 Jun 2026
Panama Disease of Banana: Identification and ManagementPanama disease, also known as Fusarium wilt, is a devastating soil-borne fungal disease that attacks banana plants, causing yellowing, wilting, and eventual death. There is no chemical cure once the p…
28 Jun 2026
Off-Season Vegetable CultivationGrowing vegetables outside their natural season can significantly increase farmer income by fetching better market prices and ensuring a continuous supply of produce. It involves using protective stru…
Universities
28 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Rooted in Nature, Rising with Resilience A Farmer’s Journey Towards Natural Farming in NagalandFrom 3 acres in 2020 to a diversified 12-acre natural farm, Shri Mantuk Phom of Longleng is demonstrating how farmer innovation, local resources and sustained technical guidance can build resilient…
28 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
From Jhum to Mushroom How Oyster Mushroom Farming is Transforming Livelihoods in LonglengA low-cost mushroom enterprise is helping farmers turn agricultural residues into an additional source of income, employment and rural entrepreneurship
26 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
From a Small Flower Farm to a Blossoming Enterprise The Success Story of Vesalu PuroIn the picturesque hills of Phek district, Nagaland, where agriculture is closely woven into the lives of rural communities, 38-year-old Vesalu Puro of Porba village is cultivating more than flowers…
21 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-DFR, Pune Releases Improved Flower crop Varieties and Showcases Innovative Technologies during Reform Utsav 2026ICAR–Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune, released four improved flower crop varieties and two innovative technologies during Reforms Utsav 2026, fulfilling its commitments towards promoting…
16 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Strengthening Millet-Based Enterprises among Odisha Stakeholders through Processing Technologies and Product Innovation at ICAR–IIMR, HyderabadMillets offer opportunities not only for nutritional security but also for value addition, rural entrepreneurship and livelihood generation. With this vision, the ICAR–Indian Institute of Millets…
16 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Bengaluru
NATIONAL WOMEN FARMERS’ DAY 2026 “Cultivating Change Empowering Women Farmers as Agri Entrepreneurs”The ICAR–Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR), Bengaluru, celebrated National Women Farmers’ Day (Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas) on 15 October 2026 at the Dr. G.S. Randhawa…
13 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
From Coconut-Centric Farming to Integrated Agriculture: A Car Nicobar Success StoryIn the remote island setting of Car Nicobar, where farming is largely rain-dependent and access to agricultural inputs and markets can be challenging, diversification can make a significant…
2 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR–CRIDA, Hyderabad Organizes a demonstration programme of Bengal gram seeds and fruit seedlings and awareness on Swachhata in SCSP villageICAR–Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad organized a demonstration programme of Bengal gram seeds and fruit seedlings under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) at…
1 Oct 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR and FCI Sign MoU to Develop Alternative Fumigation Methods for Foodgrain StorageThe Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Food Corporation of India (FCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to undertake research on alternate fumigation technologies…
17 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Strengthening Island Agriculture through Scientific Vegetable Production: 7-Day Skill Training Concludes at ICAR-KVK (NDRI), NadiaA seven-day skill training programme on “Package of Practices on Vegetable Cultivation & Production Technologies” for farmers and officials from the Andaman & Nicobar Islands concluded successfully…
15 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-IIMR, Hyderabad Empowers Odisha Agricultural Officers with Advanced Skills in Millet Production, Processing and Value AdditionWith the objective of strengthening field-level extension services and equipping agricultural officers with practical knowledge to advance millet cultivation and value addition, ICAR–Indian Institute…
15 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Coconut Development Board and ICAR-ATARI Kolkata Join Hands to Strengthen Coconut Production and Value Addition in West BengalIn a significant step towards strengthening scientific coconut cultivation, technology dissemination and livelihood enhancement among coconut growers, the Coconut Development Board (CDB), State…
10 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-CIFT, Kochi Launches KSHITIJ 2.0 to Accelerate Fisheries and Aquaculture Start-upsICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi, has launched KSHITIJ 2.0 – The Blue Horizon Cohort, a national-level start-up incubation and mentorship programme aimed at nurturing innovative…
10 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
DAESI Participants Explore Agricultural Technologies at ICAR-NDRI-KVK, NadiaAn exposure visit was organized at ICAR-NDRI-KVK, Nadia for 41 participants of the DAESI (Diploma in Agricultural Extension Services for Input Dealers) programme, accompanied by two officials from…
9 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Post-Flood Livelihood Restoration and Climate-Resilient Agriculture Strengthened in NICRA Village of OdishaA scientific team from ICAR–Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, and Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) jointly visited Gajapitha village in Marshaghai…
1 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-VPKAS, Almora and KVK Tawang Organizes Finger Millet Field Days, Farmer–Scientist Interactions and Millet Thresher Demonstrations in TawangUnder the guidance of Dr Lakshmi Kant, Director, ICAR–Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Tawang, organized a series of Finger Millet…
1 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur Organizes Fruit Tree Saplings Distribution ProgrammeUnder the Farmer FIRST Programme (FFP), ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur organized a Farmer–Scientist Interface Meeting-cum-Fruit Tree Saplings Distribution Programme with the aim of…
1 Sept 2026 · ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Seychelles delegation visits ICAR-CIFT, Kochi discusses opportunities for fisheries and blue economy cooperationA seven-member delegation from the Republic of Seychelles, led by H.E. Wallace Cosgrow, Minister for Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy, visited the ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries…
31 Aug 2026 · ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Bengaluru
Interaction Meeting with Maharashtra Custard Apple Growers held on 25 August 2026An Interaction Meeting with Custard Apple Growers from Maharashtra was organized at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, on 25 August 2026 to understand the major production, pest management, post-harvest and…
31 Aug 2026 · ICAR -ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region
Three day Training Programme on “Post harvest management practices, processing and value addition of local farm produce”A three-day training programme on “Post-harvest management practices, processing and value addition of local farm produce” was conducted during 25th to…