Let’s begin with a basic definition, then slowly unravel it—like silk from a cocoon. Sericulture is an Agro-based industry that involves the rearing of silkworms to produce silk. Here, two words are key: Silkworms are raised on mulberry, oak, castor, and arjun leaves. After about a month, they spin cocoons. These cocoons are collected and…
Let’s begin with a simple but profound idea: “Seed is the embryo of agriculture. If the seed is weak, no amount of water, fertiliser or care can transform it into a strong harvest.” Hence, improving seed quality is the first step towards food security. And India, with its vast agricultural base, is today the fifth-largest…
Let’s begin with a basic question: Why do we need fertilisers at all? When a farmer grows crops, the plants absorb nutrients from the soil. Over time, if these nutrients are not replenished, the soil becomes nutrient-deficient, like a student who keeps studying without ever eating—eventually, performance drops. To prevent this ‘malnourishment’ of soil, we…
💧Introduction to Irrigation Before we dive into different types of irrigation, let’s first understand what irrigation actually is, why it matters so much, and how it has evolved over time—especially in a country like India, where agriculture is not just an occupation, but a way of life. Definition of Irrigation Let’s begin with the basics:…
Let’s begin with a simple but profound idea—what is agriculture? If we break down the word, ‘agri’ means land, and ‘culture’ means cultivation—so literally, it means cultivating the land. But in modern usage, agriculture includes much more than just growing crops. It includes: So, agriculture is not just about “khet-khalihan” (fields and farms)—it’s a broad…
