Odisha ncluded in Roots and Tuber Crops Project
BHUBANESWAR: In another step towards food security in the state, Odisha has been included in International programme for Roots and Tuber Crops (RTC), initiated by International Potato Centre (known by
Root Crops
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Food security: State included in roots, tuber crops drive
In another step towards food security, Odisha has been included in the international programme for Roots & Tuber Crops (RTC) initiated by the International Potato Centre (known by its Spanish acronym CIP).
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Govt comes up with RWH regulations
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has gazetted the rain water harvesting regulations, giving a clear picture on how to install the RWH system. As per the regulations, under the roof-based RWH, rainwater has to be harvested for use through a filter into a storage tank or for recharge of an open well.
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Spice woes
Thousands of Mizoram farmers now face an impending financial crisis, thanks to the apathy of the state government
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Rooting out a poison
Gene therapy to over the cassava's toxicity
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Sweet rediscovery
A staple for many Asian and African nations, sweet potato is only now beginning to catch the attention of scientists