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Technology can help commercial crop growers meet challenges of climate mandates, says ICAR ADG

Indian Council of Agricultural Research Assistant Director General (ICAR - Commercial Agriculture and Seed) D.K. Yadava on December 13 (Wednesday) advocated the adoption of climate-resilient technologies to encourage commercial crops in a bid to meet the challenges related to new climate mandates.

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Jellyfish fisheries a potential income source, but sustainable management crucial: CMFRI

Jellyfish fisheries offer potential income for fishermen, but need sustainable management for long-term viability, ICAR-CMFRI says. Ecosystem-based mgmt. is key to understanding interactions & developing mgmt. strategies. India registered 11,756 tonnes of jellyfish in 2021, exports worth ₹13.12 cr. China is biggest producer & consumer, contributing 60% of landings. Consumer…

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T.N. Governor R.N. Ravi flags off Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra vehicle in Jawadhu Hills

Gov. R.N. Ravi flagged off Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra van in Tiruvannamalai to reach out to citizens eligible for various central schemes. The van will cover 103 villages, distributing seed kits, gas connections, credit cards, and more. Officials from ICAR, NABARD, and ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra were present.

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In Kerala, ‘Millet Cafes’ to come up in every district in a phased manner to popularise millets products

Kerala Agriculture department to open 'Millet Cafes' in all districts to popularise millets & millet-based products. MoU signed with ICAR-IIMR for technical assistance. Millet production in Kerala rising since 2016-17. Cafes to be opened under Poshaka Samriddhi Mission.

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First tilapia parvovirus reported in Tamil Nadu

For 1st time in India, TiPV found in Walajah ponds, causing 30-50% mortality in farm & 100% in lab. Research team led by Dr. Sahul Hameed found virus & validated by 3 institutes. Research for vaccine to prevent loss & spread of virus must be initiated immediately.

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Assistant Professor who went to Israel for training is safe, says UAS Dharwad V-C

UAS Dharwad's Vice-Chancellor Prof. Patil confirms Assistant Professor Sumesh, who attended a global training programme in Israel, is safe amid war. ICAR Director-General and Indian govt. are making efforts to bring him back. Sumesh has one week's food supply.

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Meet suggests multi-pronged strategy to reduce crop loss from pests

All India Network Project on Vertebrate Pest Management suggests multi-pronged strategy to reduce crop loss. These include changing food patterns and birth control measures. Convergence of projects and research needed. Solar fencing and agri canons have good impact.

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Climate change may impact foodgrains production up to 47% by 2080: ICAR-DG

Union Min. Shobha Karandlaje urges addressing climate risks through adaptation to bring immediate benefits. ICAR Director General & Secretary of DARE Himanshu Pathak says agriculture in India is highly vulnerable to climate change & govt. has initiated schemes to promote adoption of climate resilient technologies. 1,600 scientists, research scholars &…

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Farm scientists told to identify novel genes in wild varieties to improve yield

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State-of-the-art plant clinic, seed production centre inaugurated at ICAR-IIHR

ICAR-IIHR inaugurated a Plant Health clinic, Seed Production Centre, Centre for Spawn Incubation, Agri-Business Incubation Centre, Centre of Excellence on Kamalam fruit, Fruit Plant Mall, and Karnataka Exotic Fruit Farmers Association. These facilities will help farmers and horticultural growers with diagnostic services, advisories, and improved seed quality. The Centre of…

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Millet Mela in Mysore on August 26 and 27

MYSURUA millet mela to showcase 250 varieties of millets, health benefits & financial benefits for farmers. Held Aug 26-27, supported by GIZ, ICAR, JSS & Devadhaanya. Attractions include culinary delights, fruit saplings, organic seeds, handicrafts & competitions. Call Manju K.S. or Komal for info.

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Scrap PPP model in ICAR, says Bharatiya Kisan Sangh

Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS), an RSS offshoot, calls for cancellation of ICAR's provision of private-public participation (PPP) in research, citing insecurity of senior scientists.

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ICAR to promote technology to address challenges of climate change

ICAR adopts tech-based steps to address climate change challenges, helping farmers and governments build resilience. 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras provide advisory & technical know-how. Centre takes efforts to bring more attention to agricultural education and make ICAR a global university.

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In five years, top science labs create a splash with pisciculture in Nabarangpur, one of India’s poorest districts

Nabarangpur, Odisha, once dependent on Andhra Pradesh for fish, now has a thriving pisciculture value chain, thanks to the efforts of CIFA and 11 other ICAR-affiliated institutes. This is a unique experiment in India where top scientific labs are focusing on grassroots development. The value of the fish market in…

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Focus more on research in animal husbandry, fisheries for overall farm sector growth: Tomar to farm scientists

Union Agriculture Minister Tomar urged farm scientists to focus on research in animal husbandry and fisheries to boost production and their contribution to the farm sector growth.

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Smart farming: CTCRI technology wins recognition at national level

e-CBSF is an IoT device that calculates nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and water requirements of field crops with the aim of minimising the yield gap. It was recognised as one of five best technologies developed for the horticultural sector in 2022-23 at the 95th Foundation Day Ceremony of the ICAR

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117 agri scientists complete foundation training at NAARM

In all, 117 newly-recruited scientists, including 42 women, of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) completed their probationary training at NAARM.

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ICAR-CTCRI to take its tuber-based rainbow diet campaign to more States

The initiative is aimed at popularising biofortified tubers and value-added products made from them among the tribal communities for tackling malnutrition and ensuring a balanced diet

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CTCRI to organise brainstorming session on pest management in cassava

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) here is organising a one-day brainstorming session, ‘Management of mealybugs in cassava: Present status and future strategies,’ on Tuesday at its Sreekaryam campus.

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Exotic wasp from Africa released in Kerala to control pest affecting tapioca

An exotic wasp imported from Africa has been released in Kerala to tackle a destructive mealybug which wreaks havoc on cassava (tapioca) crop.

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Three-day National Dairy Mela begins at NDRI in Karnal

KARNAL: A three-day National Dairy Mela began in Karnal at the ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal on Saturday.

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ISRO Took Initiatives For Feasibility Studies On Missions To Venus: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

Replying to a written question in the Lok Sabha Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Wednesday said that ISRO has taken initiatives for feasibility studies on missions to Venus. Read on for details:

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New curriculum ready for agri varsities: ICAR-DDG

Varsities told to be revenue generation models

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ICAR scientists discover new fish species in Mettur dam

The edible fish has been named after the Council as Pangasius icaria

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