 Subjects -> GARDENING AND HORTICULTURE (Total: 37 journals)
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- Daisy: A high-yielding and early maturing mandarin for Thar desert
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Authors: Jagan Singh Gora, Ramesh Kumar
Pages: 6 - 9
Abstract: Daisy is an interspecific hybrid cultivar of mandarin and is known for its high yield, attractive dark orange fruit peel colour, and tasty juice. Its plant growth is medium in size with a drooping canopy and leaves (thick, larger, and slightly folding nature). These distinctive morphological characteristics make it well suited for high-density planting and water-deficit conditions. It produces medium-large
sized, juicy, sweet, less-seeded fruits exhibiting dark orange, thin and glossy peel along with unique flavour. The better yield, attractive, sweet and juicy fruits mature in lean period (a gap between sweet orange and kinnow mandarin supply in market). It gives early quality marketable harvest in November month in the arid region may increase farm income, and farmers can adapt an alternative source in place of Kinnow mandarin, which is suffering from a market glut with a lower fruit price in current scenario.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Abiu – An emerging potential fruit for diversification in fruit
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Authors: G Karunakaran, T R Rupa, M Arivalagan, P C Tripathi, T Sakthivel, T Ruchitha, K Abhilash
Pages: 10 - 11
Abstract: Pouteria caimito (Ruiz & Pavon.) Radlk. is commonly known as abiu, yellow star apple, yellow sapote and caimo etc., is an excellent and rare fruit of Sapotaceae family. This exotic fruit is delicious and nutritious that has drawn much attention not only because of its attractive bright golden yellow colour but also due to ease of cultivation. Abiu fruits are mostly preferred as table fruit and also being used in processing industry. This article discusses about the importance, nutritive value and strategies to diversify abiu in fruit orchard.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- A novel and cost-effective hardening technology for tissue-cultured banana
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Authors: Maneesh Mishra, Priti Sharma, Shailendra Rajan, T Damodaran
Pages: 16 - 17
Abstract: Micropropagation of banana has attained industrial status and millions of plants are produced every year using this technology. However, acclimatization of tissue cultured plants is the most crucial step where 5-8% mortality is observed. Primary hardening is usually done in portrays and each tray can accommodate around 98 plants. This system of primary hardening not only allows higher mortality rate but it adds to cost of transportation and leave carbon foot print. We describe a cost-effective and less time consuming hardening technology of tissue-culture banana using polypropylene bags which are not only handy in operation and transport but they are cost effective and gives up to 98% survival during long distance transport.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Wick system – An efficacious techniquefor gerbera cultivation
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Authors: Sangeetha Priya S, Aswath C, Safeena S A
Pages: 18 - 21
Abstract: Gerbera, being the most globally-traded flower crop, is commercially grown on soil beds using drip irrigation system. Although drip system saves 30-50% of water compared to the traditional irrigation methods, there is an increasing urge to improve the water- and nutrient-use efficiency of the crop by adopting efficient production system in the present context of expanding urbanization, diminishing agricultural area and reducing water availability. Wick system which exploits the principle of capillary action is one such technique that could effectively enhance the production and quality along with increased net returns and water saving. Adopting wick system for gerbera increased the flower production by 53% and water saving by 44% over the drip system. Moreover, the physical and chemical properties of the soil are least bothered under wick system as there is no external force or pressure exerted on the soil unlike the trickling water droplets in drip system. Hence, the superior crop performance of gerbera could be considered as the resultant of lesser soil compaction, consistent water availability and better soil physical properties under wick system.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Plant Bioregulators to Check UnevenRipening of Coloured Grapes
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Authors: Vishal B Mhetre, V B Patel, S K Singh, M K Verma
Pages: 19 - 21
Abstract: Uneven ripening in coloured grape cultivars is one of the signi ficant constraints in commercial grape cultivation, especially under semi-arid subtropical conditions. As evident from recent studies, plant bioregulators (ABA and ethylene) could produce uniformly coloured berries in India and may be a viable alternative to overcome the problem of uneven ripening of coloured grape varieties. Furthermore, since ethylene (Ethrel) is more affordable than abscisic acid, the study advocate using it to enhance the colour of grape berries in commercial viticulture.
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PubDate: 2024-04-25
- Tissue culture based clean planting material: A niche and profitable
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Authors: M Theivanai, O P Awasthi, Amina Shukoor, Aanamika Rai
Pages: 22 - 24
Abstract: The availability of quality and true-to-type planting material is prerequisite for any orchard establishment. In this context, the Government’s initiative on establishment of "Atmanirbhar Clean Plant Program" in high value horticultural crops, particularly fruit crops are boon to the orchardist. In vegetatively propagated perennial fruit crops, it is relatively difficult to obtain disease-free quality planting materials through conventional propagation methods, which however, can be achieved through the tissue culture techniques retaining the benefit of vegetative propagation and reduced juvenility. In vitro culture techniques are indispensable for the production of uniform, season independent, disease-free and genuine planting material in less time and space. The innovative cost-effective tissue culture technique like bioreactors and bio-immune can enhance the production of immune planting materials of high quality. In near future, production of tissue culture based clean planting material has the potential not only to alter social organization of nursery industry but can also be a proficient occupation for women and young entrepreneurs.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Floral Phenology and Maturity Indicesin Avocado
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Authors: Vittal Kamble, C K Narayana
Pages: 22 - 25
Abstract: Large numbers of Indian farmers are unaware of the flowering behaviour and stage of optimum maturity to harvest. Basically, under favourable conditions, each flower of avocado opens twice over a 24 hour period, firstly as functional female and later as functional male. This favours the cross pollination in avocado crop. In a large number of avocado cultivars, identification of the optimum harvesting stage is very difficult due to its peak climacteric nature and absence of visible phenotypic changes at matured stage. However, in some cultivars, optimum maturity is indicated by changes in fruit surface colour and dropping of few fruits naturally from the trees. However, these are not considered scientific methods to harvest avocado fruits. Hence, knowing the flowering behaviour and stage of optimum maturity is most important for avocado farmers to harvest fruits at the right stage of maturity and to get more profit.
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PubDate: 2024-04-25
- Post-harvest handling, packaging and value addition protocols for mulberry
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Authors: P S Gurjar, D K Sarolia, M K Berwal, Surajbhan
Pages: 25 - 27
Abstract: Mulberry fruits are renowned for their taste, rich nutraceuticals and several health advantages. It is a potential premium fruit for fresh consumption and value addition. The major obstacles for its commercial cultivation and marketing are high perishability and very short post-harvest life. Protocols have been standardized for harvesting, post-harvest handling and packaging for safe storage, transport and marketing of fresh fruits. In addition, juice extraction, bottling, beverages preparation and dehydration methods were also developed at ICAR-CIAH, Bikaner.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Postharvest management and value addition of dragon fruit (Hylocereus
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Authors: G C Wakchaure, Jaya D Choudhari, Ritu B Kukde, K Sammi Reddy
Pages: 28 - 31
Abstract: Dragon fruit (Kamalam) is gaining global recognition as a super crop due to its easy cultivation, high stress tolerance, and nutraceutical benefits. With its potential to thrive on degraded lands in India, large-scale farming is expanding rapidly, anticipating a production surge over 50,000 ha in next three years. While ensuring its success, effective plantation, harvesting and postharvest practices are essential, especially considering its short shelf-life of 5–7 days. Key postharvest disorders such as splitting, mechanical and chilling injury, moisture loss, and decay must be addressed promptly to minimize losses. Additionally, managing by-product wastes, such as peel and bulk stem segments for industrial applications is crucial for profitable agriculture. The current postharvest practices discussed need to be strictly implemented for fresh dragon fruit, as a major portion undergoes fresh consumption in the country. To address seasonal gluts and extend shelf-life, valorised products from dragon fruit pulp and peel developed by ICAR–NIASM
are emphasized. The article concludes by stressing the importance of postharvest research, infrastructure development, market standards and policy formulation to support increased production, exports, and improve the livelihoods of poor and marginal farmers on degraded lands.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Mitigating mango fruit decay
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Authors: Devi Darshan, K B S Gill, Reema Devi
Pages: 32 - 34
Abstract: Mango postharvest decay is a major concern for the mango growers as it is highly perishable in nature. There are several reasons that lead to postharvest decay such as harvesting of fruits at sub-optimal stages, mechanical injury, poor packaging and transport conditions, and high level of pre-harvest infection. The article highlights the main causes responsible for postharvest decay and its
management strategies.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Shrinking in bael: A new malady in subtropical region of India
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Authors: S K Dwivedi, Sanjay Kumar Singh, Devendra Pandey, Shiv Poojan
Pages: 35 - 37
Abstract: Bael (Aegle marmelos Correa), a wonder tree, is one of the important lesser utilized fruit crops grown mainly in semi-arid region. Being hardy in nature, it looks immune to insect, pests/or diseases but in reality suffered with various diseases, viz. gummosis, fruit rot, anthracnose, leaf spots and pests like lemon butterfly, leaf miner and termites. Further, physiological disorder also came into picture like fruit cracking, fruit drop and sun scalding. Physiological disorder negatively influenced the fruit texture and a significant yield loss was also reported. For managing them, some simple management tactics that keep away the pests/pathogens and
alleviate the non-parasitic disorders, are recommended.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Pusa Shobha: Onion for Dehydration
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Authors: Sajeel Ahamad, Vinod B R, Ram Asrey, Sabina Islam, Vivek Saurabh, Menaka M
Pages: 36 - 38
Abstract: Onion is a rich source of iodine and contains catechol and allyl propyl disulfide which is responsible for the antifungal properties and pungency of onion respectively. These compounds are responsible for their antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer, antidiabetic, and other health-benefiting effects. Pusa Shobha is a new variety of onion having high dry matter (15.24 g/100g), pungency (4.61 μmole/100g), antioxidant (2.53 μmole TE/g), total phenol (18.11 mg/100g), and total soluble solid (16.41°B). The dehydrated onion has large scope of market in domestic as well as foreign market, therefore the study discusses the mechanism of dehydrated onion.
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PubDate: 2024-04-25
- Integrated and eco-friendly management of powdery mildew disease in
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Authors: Ramya Sree M, Sanjay K Singh, Jai Prakash, Chavlesh Kumar, Roshni P, Ediga Amala
Pages: 38 - 42
Abstract: Grapevine is one of the major fruit crops grown worldwide. In India, the major grape-growing states are Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Mizoram. The production of grapes is limited due to several pests and diseases infestations among which powdery mildew is the second most important endemic disease, causing huge economic losses, i.e., upto 40% reduction in yield every year. At
present, its management is largely dependent upon the use of chemical fungicides. The best alternative strategy is by using eco-friendly management practices to reduce crop loss and disease severity. The integrated disease management (IDM) modules are the other safe options that need to be popularized amongst growers for producing residue-free grapes that would fetch higher market price and also boost the export.
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PubDate: 2024-07-18
- Establishing an Export Value-chain of Watermelon to Dubai Market
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Authors: E Sreenivasa Rao, M Pitchaimuthu, B Varalakshmi, Manjunathagowda D C, D V Sudhakar Rao
Pages: 39 - 40
Abstract: Watermelon [Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum and Nakai] is an important speciality crop accounting for seven percent of the agricultural area devoted to vegetable crops globally. The world watermelon harvested area is about 3.50 million hectares with a production of 117 million tonnes (FAO, 2017). Asia-Pacific accounts for 85% of this production (98.6 million tonnes). India has witnessed a watermelon revolution over the last two decades (2001-2019) with over 820% increase in production and the current production is pegged at 2.5 million tonnes (NHB, 2022). The article discusses the successful collaboration of ICAR-IIHR and a private company, Fit Fresh, in exporting watermelon from India to Dubai Market.
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PubDate: 2024-04-25
- Multiple Nutrient Stresses Accentuating Citrus Decline in Northeast India
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Authors: A K Srivastava
Pages: 40 - 44
Abstract: Khasi mandarin (Mostly seedling origin with extended juvenile period) is one of the commercial citrus cultivars grown predominantly in rainfed and naturally organic environment, with minimum use of synthetic inputs. Under such nutritionally compromised conditions, identifying the correct nutritional disorders and resort to an effective remediation surmount to quite a challenging task. The extensive research has developed nutrient diagnostics (using leaf nutrient guide and soil fertility rating coupled with morphological descriptors) to identify multiple nutrient stresses (Ca, Mg , Zn, N, P and B in decreasing order) playing an interlocuter
in citrus decline rampant deep in northeast India. These nutrient stresses need to be addressed using different protocols of organic cultivation and integrated nutrient management as suggested. The efforts such as these must complement in-situ rainwater conservation as a part of contingency irrigation to contain the current onslaught of citrus decline in Northeast India.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Prospects of Vegetable Crop Production in Northeast Region
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Authors: Tusar Kanti Behera, Rakesh K Dubey
Pages: 45 - 49
Abstract: Northeastern region is characterized by diverse climate regimes ranging from subtropical to alpine, high rainfall zones, diverse terrain, slopes, altitude, and land tenure systems. Vegetables are cultivated under homestay and mixed commercial systems with various production systems depending on high, mid, and foothills. The region is the wealthiest reservoir of genetic variability of vegetables such as leafy vegetables, tomato, brinjal, chilli, Indian bean, winged bean, velvet bean, tree tomato, tree bean, cucurbits, dioscorea, colocasia, etc. These crops are an integral part of the dietary system of local communities and are grown abundantly in their Jhum land or kitchen garden as mixed cropping. Legume vegetables such as cowpea, French bean, lima bean, Indian bean, velvet bean, winged bean, and leguminous tuber crop Sohphlang are highly suitable for climate-resilient agriculture. Prospects and thrusts in vegetable research for development are highlighted in the paper. The horticulture sector in Northeastern region is moving in the right direction and slowly but steadily moving towards ushering in a new era of golden revolution.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Underexploited Vegetables of Northeastern Region
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Authors: Rakesh Kumar Dubey, Vikas Singh, Sudhakar Pandey
Pages: 50 - 54
Abstract: Underexploited plant species cover an enormous range of plants that have the potential to contribute to nutritional and livelihood security. Northeastern region of the country is blessed with varied climatic conditions which provides habitat to a number of green foods, some of which are still underexploited and their knowledge is confined to some tribal and ethnic communities living in close
conformity to the nature. Many of these plant species are found resilient, adaptive and tolerant to adverse climatic conditions. They have remained underexploited due to the lack of awareness and popularization techniques for utilization. There is an increasing interest and demand for indigenous underexploited vegetables reflecting a growing trend within agriculture to identify and develop new crops which are often referred to as neglected and underutilized species. Northeast region has immense potential to claim as the horticultural hub of the country as the agro-climate here favours the growth of many major and underexploited vegetable crops. To harness the full potential of the region, robust strategies coupled with scientific interventions are in need.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Climate Resilient Varieties and Technologies of Tropical Tuber Crops in
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Authors: G Byju, D Jaganathan
Pages: 55 - 59
Abstract: In Northeast India, the tuber crops are considered an important source of food and nutritional security, income generation, employment and animal feed. The tuber crops have also proved to be life sustaining crops in times of natural calamities and famine. It is also worth noting that tropical tuber crops such as cassava and yams can cope with climate vagaries such as drought, high temperature and salinity which qualify them to be dubbed as ‘climate resilient’ or ‘future smart crops’. With improved technologies, these groups of crops are becoming future smart crops not only for food and nutrition but also to build agro-enterprises to foster inclusive growth in Northeastern India.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Management of Low-Cost Greenhouse Structures for Northeast Region
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Authors: Anand R Zambre
Pages: 60 - 66
Abstract: In Northeast region of India, the resources or inputs like soil, water climate, etc., are very much favourable for the rare crops to be grown. However, topography of land is a limited factor for large greenhouses and farmers have to construct small greenhouses suitable to sloppy lands available. Big markets are far distant with transport infrastructure not being proper, low-cost structures and overall low investments are more beneficial for the farmers in this region. Study in different Northeast regions on greenhouse cultivation has shown that quality vegetables, flowers can be grown in low-cost protected structures that can fetch good returns
in markets. Flowers like orchids, Anthuriums can be successfully grown in walk in tunnels, wooden polyhouses, etc., to improve financial status of local farmers boosting economy of the region.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Spices for Sustainable Development in Northeast Region
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Authors: R Dinesh, Lijo Thomas, V Srinivasan
Pages: 67 - 71
Abstract: The spice crops, which form a unique segment within the agricultural sector due to its high income generation potential and export orientation, is an important part of the agrarian economy of the Northeast Region (NER). A wide variety of spice crops, both indigenous and exotic, are cultivated in diverse agro-climatic conditions across the eight states of the NER. Spices play an important role in the economy and culture of the region. They are a major source of income for farmers and provide employment to a large number of people in the region. Spices are also an essential part of the Northeastern cuisine, adding their unique flavour and aroma to dishes.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of Commercial Importance from Northeast
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Authors: Rambir Singh
Pages: 72 - 75
Abstract: The Northeast India is part of Indo-Burma biodiversity hot-spot and is a home for large number of Medicinal and Aromatic plants (MAPs) of economic importance. The vast resource of MAPs in NER presents endless opportunities for establishing enterprises for addressing livelihood issue the growing demand for herbalbased environmentally friendly products. Considering the increase in demand of herbal products in recent times, NER can take advantage of production of raw/ semi processed material of highly valuable MAPs for building rural economy. This review summarizes the potential of some of the highly valuable MAPs to enhance rural economy in NER.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Harnessing Floriculture Potential of Northeastern India
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Authors: Rampal, K V Prasad
Pages: 76 - 83
Abstract: Genetic resources of Northeast are depleting very fast. They need to be conserved and protected from biopiracy, while at the same time, they need to be used wisely for commercial purposes. In a globalised economy where trade barriers are being relaxed, it is obvious that orchids and exotic flowers from other countries will dominate our markets and it is necessary to protect the interests of our growers. We need to find ways and means to secure our markets against competing countries and to exploit the potential for export markets. In addition, new centres of consumption are emerging in South East Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Europe. The scenario offers the opportunity to capitalise on strengths and turn weaknesses into opportunities. However, in the consumer-oriented market, the quality of the product and the delivery system will play an important role. Marketing is no longer a meeting of buyers and sellers, but a complex process determined by the quantity of products and the reliability of delivery. With the help of IT, there is likely
to be a new distribution structure, which will be a virtual market requiring demand, branding, cataloguing and quality assurance.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Cocoa Cultivation in Northeast Region
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Authors: Elain Apshara S, Singh L S, Anok Uchoi, Alpana Das, V B Patel
Pages: 84 - 87
Abstract: INDIA has vast potential to promote cocoa in Northeast region, where the agro climatic condition is suitable with high rainfall, short dry spell and sub tropic humid climate. Palms and local, native, region specific fruit/ forest trees are also available which provide 50% shade required by cocoa and accommodate it as agro-forestry system as well. Realizing its potential, the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, GoI, has proposed an area of 50,000 ha to be expanded in Northeast region. With this background, this article analyzed the scope and prospects of cocoa in Northeast region.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Coconut Cultivation in Northeast India
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Authors: K B Hebbar, Ravi Bhat, C Thamban, P Subramanian, Alpana Das
Pages: 88 - 91
Abstract: Coconut cultivation has been spreading to non-traditional areas as well including different states in the Northeast region of the country since the last many years. Assam, Tripura and Nagaland are the major Northeastern states having coconut cultivation, together covering about 26,480 ha (as per 2020-21 statistics) and a total annual production of 175.88 million nuts. The average productivity of coconut in these three states is only 6,642 nuts per ha which is much less than the national average of 9,430 nuts per ha. Other Northeastern states viz., Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya and Mizoram are also having small extent of coconut
cultivation. There is ample scope for enhancing the area under coconut cultivation in the Northeastern states having congenial agro-ecological situations pertaining to climate and soil. Besides, the productivity and income from the existing coconut holdings can also be considerably increased through better integration of technologies, especially improved varieties, integrated nutrient management,
cropping/farming systems and integrated pest and disease management.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Management of Oil Palmin Northeastern Region
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Authors: K Suresh, K Manorama
Pages: 92 - 96
Abstract: Northeastern region of India is bestowed with a unique topographic and climatic composition which is broadly different from rest of India. This requires a special attention and hand holding to bring the region back to growth trajectory which it enjoyed a few decades back. Majority of the population in this region are dependent on Agriculture for their livelihood and the fruits of real green revolution
are yet to benefit these areas. On the other side, the gap between demand and production of edible oils of the country has never shown a trend of narrowing down, during recent times.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Bamboo Based Natural Packaging: Indian Scenario
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Authors: Kamesh Salam
Pages: 97 - 99
Abstract: Bamboo is a strategic resource growing across the world particularly in Northeast India, which can be processed in various ways to produce different products, to be used as substitutions for the existing plastic material as it is biodegradable. Before the existence of plastic, there were products made from bamboo and packaging was also made from bamboo. This begs the question, is this packaging sustainable and how it can substitute other material. Traditionally, in India bamboo basket weaving has rich cultural identity and used in all household applications mainly in packing which is now needed to bring into the modern packing for various
products. The paper discuss the sustainable development and uses of bamboo packaging in Northeastern region.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Rejuvenation of Jhum Lands through Bio-terracing
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Authors: Rakesh Kumar, Bal Krishna, Manoj Kumar, Sanjeev Kumar
Pages: 100 - 101
Abstract: In the hilly regions of Northeastern India, shifting cultivation, locally known as jhum or slash/burn agriculture, has been the predominant form of farming, relying on traditional knowledge. However, this practice has led to a significant decline in soil fertility, rendering it unsustainable, particularly with increasing population and subsequent rise in food demands. To address this issue, implementation of bioterracing with the use of green-manuring species serves as a restorative measure to sustain soil fertility for agricultural purposes. It is important to note that soils in jhum areas are not only depleted of nutrients but also lack sufficient moisture, necessitating comprehensive soil conservation and improvement strategies.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Beekeeping in Northeast Region of India
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Authors: Naveen Kumar Patle, Meribeni Shitiri
Pages: 102 - 104
Abstract: Apiculture, also known as beekeeping, plays a pivotal role in the sustainable development of agriculture, serving as the fifth crucial element for the agricultural development. Furthermore, it stands as the fifth essential input for enhancing yields and ensuring the quality of production in cross-pollinated agricultural and horticultural crops. The Northeast of India boasts abundant floral resources,
diverse plant life and an exceptionally favourable climate for honey production. However, the region has yet to unlock its potential as a ‘honey capital’ in the country, primarily due to the lack of awareness, insufficient skilled labour, limited integration of beekeeping with agriculture, and an inadequate supply of bee colonies for commercial cultivation. In this region, honey is sourced from both wild and cultivated beehives, with an estimated 40,000 beekeepers. A majority of these beekeepers operate at a marginal scale, managing just one or two beehives. Despite the significant role that beekeeping plays in generating employment and sustaining livelihoods, its full potential remains untapped.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Emerging Pests of Horticultural Crops in Northeast and its Management
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Authors: Arati Ningombam, Romila Akoijam, Aruna Beemrote, Ajit Kumar Ningthoujam, Sushmita Thokchom, Susheel Kumar Sharma
Pages: 105 - 18
Abstract: The horticulture sector is a shining beacon making a vast contribution to the rapidly growing Indian Economy. It supports the sustainable livelihood of many fruit and vegetable farmers. In addition, it also provides employment opportunities through post-harvest value addition to SHGs, entrepreneurs, rural youth, women, etc., across the country. The NE region is home to many unique and underutilised fruits and vegetables, besides many GI-tagged fruits, cash crops and spices. It contains over one-third of the country’s total fruit diversity. Such a wide range of economically important horticultural crops are infested by various insect pests,
hampering their production and lowering their productivity. Changing climate and cultural practices are a few factors leading to the emergence of many insect species as pests causing economic damage. They include invasive insects alien to the country that could threaten the biodiversity of the region and are polyphagous, capable of feeding on new hosts. Since the NE region is promoted as an organic hub of the country, thrust is given to organic pest management practices to manage these pests.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
- Entrepreneurship through Innovation and Incubation in Agricultural
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Authors: Bidyut C Deka
Pages: 109 - 110
Abstract: Empowering faculty to pursue entrepreneurship through innovation and incubation at Agricultural/ Horticultural Universities, by working on ideas that impact markets and communities, holds the key to transform our agricultural landscape and secure a sustainable future. By creating a robust ecosystem that nurtures agripreneurs, encourages innovation, and supports startups, we can unlock the true potential of our agriculture sector in Northeast India. Together, let us embark on this journey to empower the next generation of agripreneurs who will lead us towards a greener, more prosperous, and resilient world.
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PubDate: 2024-02-15
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