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                              SERICULTURE Sericulture, the production of raw silk by means of raising caterpillars (larvae), particularly those of the domesticated silkworm (Bombyx mori). The production of silk generally involves two processes:   Care of the silkworm from the egg stage through completion of the cocoon. Production of mulberry trees that provide leaves upon which the worms feed. The silkworm caterpillar builds its cocoon by producing and surrounding itself with a long, continuous fibre, or filament. Liquid secretions from two large glands within the insect emerge from the spinneret, a single exit tube in the head, hardening upon exposure to air and forming twin filaments composed of fibroin, a protein material. A second pair of glands secretes sericin, a gummy substance that cements the two filaments together. Because an emerging moth would break the cocoon filament, the larva is killed in the cocoon by steam or hot air at the chrysalis stage.   Silk is a c

 Floriculture Floriculture, branch of ornamental horticulture concerned with growing and marketing flowers and ornamental plants as well as with flower arrangement. Because flowers and potted plants are largely produced in plant-growing structures in temperate climates, floriculture is largely thought of as a greenhouse industry, though many flowers are cultivated outdoors in nurseries or crop fields.   Both the production of bedding plants and the production of cuttings to be grown in greenhouses or for indoor use as houseplants are usually considered part of floriculture. Floriculture includes cultivation of flowering and ornamental plants for direct sale or for use as raw materials in cosmetic and perfume industry and in the pharmaceutical sector. It also includes production of planting materials through seeds, cuttings, budding and grafting. In simpler terms floriculture can be defined as the art and knowledge of growing flowers to perfection. The persons associated with this

  Contract farming is yet to make a mark in Punjab; here is why By - Prince Suitable policies need to be in place in order to enhance the prospects for contract farming in the state. A 52-year-old, better-off farmer from Sehjo Majra in Ludhiana district of Punjab has been practising contract farming for more than 20 years. This farmer contracts with four companies — Pepsico Pvt Ltd, Pagro Foods Ltd, Fieldfresh Foods Pvt Ltd and Sungro Seeds Pvt Ltd.   However, his longest association has been with Pepsico, as he finds it most trustworthy and gets his payments on time. This long association with the system, seen by many as a promising avenue for increasing the incomes of small farmers and which has received a mixed reaction from academia and research, is worth probing into Companies provide technical support under the buy back arrangement feature of contract farming and field officers visit the field every 15-20 days. Seeds are provided at market prices. Companies also prescr

  Water Crisis and Future Strategies   Importance of water : It is estimated that nearly one million peoples die due to unavailability of drinking water. By 2050, more than half of the world’s population will live in water-stressed areas. Water is driving source of life. World Economic Form has categories water scarcity on top of global issues. No metabolism activity is possible without water in living organisms. One of the leading crises a human is going to face is freshwater scarcity. A person who holds things in abundance forgets their importance. Freshwater is one of the blessings which is diminishing, and no one is caring.   Management Strategies : Filtration plants would be at doorstep. Municipal Water supply must be efficient and functional. To save water in flood irrigation drip, sprinkler, central pivot, and hose reel irrigation would be encouraged. The lining of canals, and water courses to stop seepage loss of water be subsidized. Tree plantation campaign should be

  TOP FIVE WEBSITE TO  BUY PESTICIDES ONLINE   👨 ‍ 🏭 Finding safe and high-quality pesticides has become a job for farmers as they get scammed into buying diluted and unsafe pesticides at the promise of cheaper rates. Here, we have curated a list of 5 websites where farmers can find good quality and safe pesticides of trusted brands at an affordable rate.   👨 ‍ 🏭 IFFCO BAZAR: IFFCO Bazar is a site where you can buy pesticides online in a hassle-free manner and offers the most effective insecticides for fighting pests. They guarantee a user-friendly interface, so you can effectively and easily navigate through their extensive selection of pesticides. To make your search easier, you can also use filters like category (herbicide, fungicide, insecticide), price, and availability. Website : https://www.iffcobazar.in/   👨 ‍ 🏭 KISHAN SHOP : KishanShop has a range of good pesticides sold at a discounted price. They sell a variety of different pesticide brands rangi

  How a farmer from Nashik grew a 195 quintal onion?   Onion Farming Modern farming methods have often proven effective and have delivered outstanding results. A farmer from Nashik, stands testimony to the wonders modern farming techniques can do. Here’s how Mr. Balu Darade grew a whopping 195 quintal onion – NABARD’s golden initiative The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) initiated a noble program where it trained the farmers for modern farming techniques. Mr. Balu Darade participated in this program as he wished to yield more than 100 quintal, his average produce. So he has used some techniques which has helped him a lot like - Goodbye to traditional techniques The traditional method of sowing on flat beds was replaced by raised beds. Following are the advantages of raised bed sowing –        Water can be supplied through drip irrigation         The temperature can be maintained in raised bed sowing         Spacing can be easily maintained    

  AQUAPONICS Aquaponics is putting fish to work. It just so happens that the work those fish do (eating and producing waste), is the perfect fertilizer for growing plants. And man,  fish can grow a lot of plants when they get to work! One of the coolest things about Aquaponics is that it mimics a natural ecosystem. Aquaponics represents the relationship between water, aquatic life, bacteria, nutrient dynamics, and plants which grow together in waterways all over the world.   AQUAPONICS BENEFITS   Aquaponics doesn’t require soil and therefore it’s not susceptible to soil-borne diseases.  Aquaponics doesn’t require using fertilizers or chemical pesticides; Aquaponics is a synonym of  higher yields and qualitative production. One of the benefits of aquaponics is that it makes it possible to have an intensive food production system that’s still sustainable. Aquaponics means a higher level of biosecurity and lower risks from outer contaminants. Aquaponics allows a higher control