Natural Science

Agricultural Schemes...      Agriculture  is the backbone of the world in order to provide food to all the people.  There were so many studies made to enhance agriculture and so many people given many theory to produce efficient farming.  By that way the "Father of Indian Green Revolution" is Mr.M.S. Swaminathan. Green Revolution Means...        Green Revolution (a term used for rapid increases in wheat and rice yields in developing countries brought about by improved varieties combined with the expanded use of fertilizers and other chemical inputs) has had a dramatic impact on incomes and food supplies in many developing countries.      In the year 1965, the government of India launched the Green Revolution with the help of a geneticist, now known as  the father of the Green Revolution (India) M.S. Swaminathan . The movement of the Green Revolution was a great success and changed the country’s status from a food...

Agriculture and its way of water providing methods...      Water is an essential element for survival. About seventy per cent of the human body consists of water while plants contain almost 90 per cent of water. Still, we have to depend on some outside sources to fulfill the water requirements of our body.      Similarly, crops require water for their growth and development. The process of supplying water to the crops is known as irrigation. What is Irrigation???      Irrigation is the process of applying water to the crops artificially to fulfill their water requirements. Nutrients may also be provided to the crops through irrigation. The various sources of water for irrigation are wells, ponds, lakes, canals, tube-wells and even dams. Irrigation offers moisture required for growth and development, germination and other related functions.      The frequency, rate, amount and time of irrigation are different for different crops...

Horticulture means ...       Horticulture  is the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants. Horticulture is commonly associated with the more professional and technical aspects of plant cultivation on a smaller and more controlled scale than  agronomy . There are various divisions of horticulture because plants are grown for a variety of purposes.    These divisions include, but are not limited to : propagation, arboriculture, landscaping, floriculture and tury maintenance.  For each of these, there are vairous professions, aspects, tools used and associated challenges; Each requiring highly specialized skills and knowledge of the horticulturist.      Horticulture is the science and art of the development, sustainable production, marketing and use of high-value, intensively cultivated food and ornamental plants.      Horticultural crops are diverse, including: Annual and perenn...

What is AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY OR AGRO TECHNOLOGY???       Agricultural technology  or  agrotechnology  (abbreviated  agtech, agritech ,  AgriTech , or  agrotech ) i s the use of  technology  in  agriculture ,  horticulture , and  aquaculture  with the aim of improving yield, efficiency, reduce costs, boost sustainability and profitability. Agricultural technology can be products, services or applications derived from agriculture that improve various input and output processes.      Advances in  agricultural science ,  agronomy , and  agricultural engineering  have led to applied developments in agricultural technology      Agri-tech, sometimes ag-tech, agtech or digital agriculture, is the application of technology and digital tools to farming. It encompasses a wide range of technologies, including automation,  biotechnology , information monitoring a...

PROCESS OF FARMING      Food is a basic requirement for every living being. We depend on plant and animals for food. Ancient men began the cultivation of food in a small area and used certain procedures for their management and improvement. This art of cultivation of the crop is called agriculture.        The agricultural cycle is the annual cycle of activities related to the growth and harvest of a crop.   These activities include loosening the soil, seeding, special watering, moving plants when they grow bigger, and harvesting  among others. Good agricultural practices are specific methods when applied to agriculture, create food for consumers or further processing that is safe and wholesome.       Without these activities, a crop cannot be grown. The main steps for agricultural practices include, Soil preparation,  Sowing,  Manuring,  Irrigation,  Weeding,  Harvesting and  Storage...

  Agriculture defines...      Agriculture is the backbone of civilization, providing food, fiber, and other essential resources. It encompasses a wide range of practices and techniques, from traditional farming methods to cutting-edge technologies.       Agriculture is defined with varying scopes, in its broadest sense using natural resources to " produce commodities which maintain life, including food, fiber, forest products, horticultural crops, and their related services. The Role of Agriculture in Society 1. Food security       Agriculture provides the food we eat ensuring the basic needs of the population are met. 2. Economic Growth       Agriculture contributes to economies through jobs, trade, and production of essential goods. 3. Environmental Stewardship      Sustainable agriculture practices help maintain biodiversity and protect natural resources. Key Agricultural Practices   1...