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 Dr. Mangi Lal Jat is appointed to the position of Director-General (DG) of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), based in New Delhi, for a period of three years. This prestigious appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, places Dr. Jat at the helm of India’s apex agricultural research body for a period of three years. He succeeds Dr. Himanshu Pathak who has recently taken charge as the Director General of the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). He will be the new Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Government of India for next three years. ICAR headquarter is located in Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi. Dr. Jat, an IARI Alumnus, did his Ph.D. in Agronomy from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, specializing in Soil Moisture Conservation in Rainfed Pearl Millet. Since then, he ha...

  Bolstering Organic Food Testing Capabilities in India Organic foods are foods produced by organic farming that use natural methods to maintain soil health and manage pests, reducing the use of synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms (GMO). Organic products are grown under a system of agriculture without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides with an environmentally responsible approach. Such a method of farming works at the grass root level preserving the reproductive and regenerative capacity of the soil, good plant nutrition, and sound soil management, producing nutritious food. It is widely considered to be a far more sustainable alternative when it comes to food production. It is not just a production method, but a philosophy of sustainability that minimizes the use of synthetic fertilizer, pesticides and growth regulators, relying instead on natural processes. It is also known as biological farming or ecological farming because this agricultural system...

 Organic Farming for Sustainable Agriculture Organic farming which relies on ecological principles to ensure a healthy harvest is being honored today for its innovative approach to food production. Organic farming is an all-encompassing practice that improves the health of the soil, safeguards biodiversity, and benefits both people and the planet because it works in tandem with nature. Basic Foundations and Advantages. The use of chemical inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs is forbidden in organic agriculture. Instead, composting, crop rotation, and other forms of natural pest control are emphasized to increase soil fertility. By eschewing synthetic chemicals, organic farmers can lessen their environmental impact, decrease water pollution, and protect plant and animal species from extinction. It promotes a healthy environment home to numerous species of birds, insects, and microorganisms. The health and happiness of those involved in organic farming is also a top priority...

Healthy Life need Healthy Plants which in turn depends upon Healthy Soils. Healthy Soils

The potential of Smart Agriculture Technology via Public Partnership Programmes (PPPs) The centre and state governments are interested to deliver hi-tech services to farmers through PPPs. This model can play an important role for creating a viable ecosystem for smart futuristic agriculture technology. For more information, please browse the link: https://www-thehindubusinessline-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.thehindubusinessline.com/opinion/unlocking-the-potential-agri-tech/article65255349.ece/amp/ For example: Use of Drone to spray pesticides and fertilizers (Photo Credit:Siva Saravanans)

  Soil Testing Services at IARI, New Delhi Division of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry Soil testing service in India began in 1955-56 with the soil testing laboratory at IARI as the hub to coordinate with all the other soil testing laboratories in the country. This laboratory, called as Central Laboratory for Soil and Plant Analysis, is well known among research and extension agencies, and farmers for its advanced facilities, reliability of analysis, and an efficient advisory service. The Laboratory has advanced analytical facilities including ICP-MS, CHNS Analyzer, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) with flame and graphite version, N-Analyzer etc. The Laboratory offers soil, plant, manure and irrigation water analysis services to the farmers and other clients. A regular Advanced Level Training in Soil Testing, Plant Analysis and Water Quality Assessment is also imparted every year for the scientific and technical personnel associated with soil testing. Services offe...

 

Kishan Pathshala UP Govt is organising Kishan Pathshala with a view to increase the income of farmers by the year 2022... For more information, please click the following link Doubling Farmers Income by 2022

Addressing Water Scarcity in Agriculture There are many ways to address water scarcity in agriculture as suggested by scientists and researchers in the field of agriculture as well as other persons involved in water managements which are given in the chart prepared by FAO