ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchBackyard poultry farming with Vanaraja and Srinidhi brings food and nutritional security to tribal’s of Nagaland
Nagaland is one of the North Eastern states of India in which there are 16 recognized tribes are present besides numerous minor tribes which are mostly non vege…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchCommunity based solar lift irrigation system for prosperity of Tribals of Dangpura village of Sheopur district of Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh state has a high proportion of schedule tribe population (23 % of total tribal population) in the country. The state is inhabited by the Gonds, M…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchSuccessful bioremediation of nitrogenous toxins in shrimp farming grow out operations
Indian shrimp aquaculture provides annual foreign exchange of Rs.20,000 crores, offer job opportunities to the tune of 7 lakh / year in on and off farm sectors…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchCommercial Goat Farming
Goats are among the main meat-producing animals in India , whose meat (chevon) is one of the choicest meats and has huge domestic demand. Due to its good econom…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchMoth bean varieties don’t mind worst drought
However, with these adaptive virtues, the crop was characterized for primitive plant type, grain yield (300-400 kg/ha.), long maturity (90-95 days) having survi…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchFarmer Friendly Fruit Fly Trap Developed
Mango, the king of fruits, has a great export potential due to exquisite taste and flavor. Our country ranks first in area and production of Mango with 2.31 mil…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchZero tillage in wheat saved resources and enhanced income
Sahab Singh, a farmer of Ramba village, Karnal district of Haryana has a holding of nearly 42 ha in 600 mm rainfall area. He grows cereal crops like wheat and p…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchA Successful Journey from Scholar to Dairy Entrepreneur
Shri. Bijoy Mondal, a post-graduate from Kanthalberia Village, Nakashipara Block, Nadia District, West Bengal, had a deep-rooted interest in agriculture, partic…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchIntegrated Multi Trophic Aquaculture A viable model for Scheduled Tribe Farmers Empowerment
IMTA is cultivation of fish species along with both organic extractive and inorganic extractive aquatic species to create balanced systems for environmental sus…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchFrom Fragmented Farming to Tech-Enabled Vegetable Clusters: A Policy Model for SC Farmer Empowerment
The monsoon season brings lush greenery to the Indian countryside but, paradoxically, often triggers a shortage of fresh vegetables. Prices of staples like bitt…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchMaize Silage Revolution IIMR’s Breakthrough Initiative Transforms Livestock Feeding in North West India
Livestock is a cornerstone of Indian agriculture, contributing nearly 4.5% to the national GDP and over 25% to agricultural GDP while providing vital livelihood…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchLinking Jackfruit Biodiversity with Livelihood Security A Self Sustaining Farmer Led Success Story
This scientific intervention led to the discovery of two exceptional farmer-developed varieties Siddu and Shankara . Distinguished by their attractive coppery-r…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchParticipatory Vegetable Seed Production for Higher Income
Seed is a critical input in agriculture, and the availability of quality seed plays a decisive role in enhancing farm productivity and income. Public sector res…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchTransforming Dairy Productivity through Improved Reproductive Management in Repeat Breeding Cattle
Repeat breeding in dairy cattle especially crossbred cows is a widespread reproductive challenge that leads to delayed conception, reduced milk yield, and signi…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchICAR-CMFRI, Kochi organises workshop-cum-farmer interface promote awareness on balanced fertlizer use
As part of the nation-wide Khet Bachao Abhiyan, ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi conducted a Brainstorming Workshop and an Interface Prog…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural Research‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ echoes from Almora to Chamoli; Over 3,000 farmers find a new direction for sustainable and modern farming
The nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan', proposed by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan, was conducted across the co…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchSustainable Fish Waste Management in Lakshadweep Turning Marine Waste into Wealth Introduction
Lakshadweep, a fragile coral island ecosystem heavily dependent on marine fisheries, produces over 21,000 tonnes of fish annually. Alongside this production com…
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ICAR-Indian Council of Agricultural ResearchICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore Showcases Innovative Blue Revolution Technologies at Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference
The Vadodara Research Station of the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore actively participated in the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Confere…
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