Centre gives nod to Mahyco
While large-scale protests are held in the country against genetically modified (GM) foods such as GM mustard and brinjal, the Mahyco seed company was granted permission on July 11 this year by the
While large-scale protests are held in the country against genetically modified (GM) foods such as GM mustard and brinjal, the Mahyco seed company was granted permission on July 11 this year by the
The Guwahati Gana Seva Society organised an agricultural workshop-cum-free mustard seed distribution to 674 farmers in the drought-affected panchayats of Dikhalbori and Bhuragaon in Bhurbandha and
The present study was carried out to assess contamination of five heavy metals (As, Cd, Cr, Pb and Zn) in five different types of green leafy vegetables viz., mustard (Brassica campestris), garden crees
The State Consumer Forum has ordered a Noida-based company to pay Rs 2.1 lakh as compensation to a former sessions judge, who suffered from dropsy after consuming adulterated mustard oil supplied by
Field experiments were conducted from 2001-2004 to develop management strategies for painted bug, Bagrada hilaris (Burm.) inflicting injury to mustard (Brassica juncea) at seedling stage grown in sandy loam soil of arid Rajasthan.
Question raised in Lok Sabha on damage to crops, 28/07/2015. State Government is empowered to undertake necessary relief measures in the wake of natural calamities like, drought, hailstorm, pest attack
some winter crops (wheat, mustard, barley and chickpea) in northwest India was evaluated on the basis of historic records and through a dynamic crop growth model, WTGROWS. The optimal date of sowing was also evaluated in view of the increase in seasonal temperature. The yield of these crops, especially wheat, already showing signs of stagnation in most places of northwest India, is most likely to be affected by temperature
GM mustard launch deferred
M.J. PRABU TANDIYA IS 30 km from Varanasi, in Uttar Pradesh. Local farmers grow wheat, barley, gram, mustard, chilly, pea, brinjal during Rabi season and bajra, sorghum, paddy, tuwar, moth bean, green gram and groundnut during Kharif. It is also famous for its vegetable market.
The mustard oil industry is in severe crisis. vibha varshney finds out why
This genetically modified plant is a marker of discontent
AHMEDABAD: Few months ago, fields of mustard in Nugar village of Mehsana district refreshed the memories of Shahrukh Khan and Kajol meeting in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge. But, barely had one started cooling his eyes with this countryside view and a strong stench of chemicals became a big put off. Surprisingly, one could hardly spot the source of this reek, as hidden amidst these lush green fields was an unscrupulous unit manufacturing various chemicals. Away from eyes of any authorities, the acidic effluents released from these units was flowing away merrily in the fields.
Genetic Crops: Foods In The Pipeline Cotton Status: Being grown in over 80% of cotton acreage Impact: Cottonseed oil has already entered the food chain Brinjal Status: Large-scale field trials completed in 11 locations Impact: Data from field trials being reviewed, could get green signal soon Mustard Status: Slipped off the radar after biosafety concerns Impact: Research under way
CANADIAN authorities have warned consumers not to use mustard oil, which they fear may be contaminated. The warning was issued after dropsy deaths were reported in India. No cases of the illness have
Kalpesh Damor / Mumbai/ Ahmedabad March 02, 2009, 0:27 IST Lower acreage coupled with unfavourable weather conditions is likely hit Rabi production in Gujarat in 2008-09. On the one hand, area under wheat, mustard, isabgul and sugarcane crops has declined in the state this Rabi season, while on the other erratic weather condition may affect the yield of wheat, isabgul and jeera.
Lakshman Oraon and his wife Sarla are no ordinary farmers. On less than an acre of land, they grow paddy, tomatoes, potatoes and onions. Their crop of paddy has just been harvested and you can see the dry remnants sticking out of the soil. But they are getting ready for a second major crop. It could be wheat with mustard and pulses in the margins.
Besides neem and turmeric, a number of Indian plants like mustard, black pepper, castor and cumin have been patented, according to a report that says this biopiracy is continuing unabated by
The smile on Chhoti Devi's face does not cease. The mother of eight is a picture of happiness and hope as she points to the mustard crops at Titliwala village in Alwar district, Rajasthan. Until a few years ago, she was never sure of a good harvest. The reason: there was not enough water for the crops, as the wells and the river Jahajwali, which flowed by, dried up as the year drew to a close.
<p> Assessment on impact of climate change on major crops in ecologically sensitive areas, viz. the Western Ghats (WG), coastal districts and northeastern (NE) states of India, using InfoCrop
Indian scientists developed them