Weather forecast: Heavy rains may occur in these states for the next three to four days

14/09/2020Posted on
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According to the forecast released by the Meteorological Department, heavy rains are expected in many states of the country for the next three-four days. According to private weather agency Skymet Weather, heavy rains are likely over Maharashtra and West Madhya Pradesh on September 14 and 15.

The impact of heavy rains in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh will be seen in North Madhya Pradesh and Delhi from September 16 to 18. There is a possibility of light rain in these parts.

Monsoon will return from western Rajasthan from September 15, while it will return from Delhi on September 21. It is likely that between 14 and 18 September it will have an impact on the states of Central India.

Source: Krishi Jagran

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Importance of amino acids in crops

13/09/2020Posted on
Importance of amino acids in crops
  • This product is a high-quality natural ingredient, it helps in increasing the activity of microorganisms in the soil.
  • Amino acid promotes photosynthesis in plants.
  • Helps improve the pH of the soil and provides a good start to the roots, allowing the root to develop fully, which leads to good crop production.
  • It improves the soil structure which does not allow soil nutrient availability to decrease.
  • Helps in absorption of nutrients from the soil by roots
  • It is one of the most important growth regulators for plant growth.
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Importance of Triacontanol in Agriculture

13/09/2020Posted on
Importance of Triacontanol in Agriculture
  • Triacontanol is a natural plant growth regulator that is used to increase crop production.
  • It plays a crucial role in the development of roots, flowers, and leaves.
  • The crops require very small amounts of it
  • They act on those parts of crops which play an important role in root development, fruit development, flower production, etc.
  • They help those crops whose growth has been stunted by increasing their length of the stems.
  • It helps to break the dormancy of seeds by inducing cell division.
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Government launches e-Gopala app to increase farmers’ income from animal husbandry

12/09/2020Posted on
Government launches e-Gopala app to increase farmers' income from animal husbandry

Several schemes are being launched by the government to encourage the farmers for animal husbandry and increase their income. In this series, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has launched PM Matsya Sampada Yojana, e-Gopala App and many other schemes related to studies and research in fish production, dairy, animal husbandry and agriculture in Bihar.

In his address through video conferencing on the occasion, the PM said that the objective of launching all these schemes today is to empower our villages and build a self-reliant India in the 21st century.

Livestock will be managed through the e-Gopala app. In this management, information about the availability of quality breeding services and guidance of farmers for animal nutrition, treatment of animals using appropriate veterinary medicine, etc. will be available.

Source: Kisan Samadhan

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For improved cultivation of peas, do seed treatment before sowing

11/09/2020Posted on
peas seed treatment
  • Like the way soil treatment is necessary, seed treatment is also very important before sowing.
  • By treating seeds, seed-borne diseases are controlled as well as ensuring quality germination.
  •  Seed treatment is done by two methods.
  • Chemical treatment: – Before sowing, treat Pea seeds with CARBENDAZIM 12% + MANCOZEB 63% @ 2.5gram / kg seed or CARBOXIN 17.5%+ THIRAM 17.5% @ 2.5g / kg seed.
  • Biological treatment: -TRICHODERMA VIRIDE @ 5 gram / kg + PSB @ 2 gram / or PSEUDOMONAS FLUORESCENS @ 5 gram / kg seeds.
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There may be rain in many parts of the country, know the weather forecast of your state

11/09/2020Posted on
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Monsoon is still active in many parts of the country due to which there are chances of rain in many states. The flood situation has arisen due to heavy rains in many states. According to the Meteorological Department, heavy rains are expected in many states of the country in the coming hours.

According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rains may occur in many states including eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Rayalaseema, Tamil Nadu. Apart from this, due to the cyclone over the eastern central Arabian Sea, there is a possibility of heavy rains over the next 4 to 5 days in Northeast and Peninsular India.

Source: Krishi Jagran

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Varieties of early maturing peas

11/09/2020Posted on
  • Master Harichandra PSM-3
  • SeedX PSM-3

These are the two main varieties of peas, also known as PSM-3, crop duration of these varieties is 60 days and is harvested only once. PSM-3 is an early maturing variety developed through pedigree selection from a cross of Arkel & GC 141. Its plants are dwarf with dark green foliage. The pods are long and well filled with 8-10 seeds. Its green pod yield is 3 MT per acre.

  • Master Harichandra AP3

The crop duration of this variety is 60 days and is harvested only once. Similar to PSM-3 it is an early maturing variety. It gets ready for first harvesting after 70 days of sowing if sown in the second week of October. It gives an average yield of 2 MT per acre

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Choose these two pea varieties and get high production

10/09/2020Posted on
  • Malav super arkel
  • Malav Arkel
  • These are the two main varieties of peas, also known as the Arkel variety.
  • Their crop duration is 60-70 days.
  • Picking can be done 2-3 times
  • The number of seeds (in the pod) is 6-8.
  • They have dwarf plants and high production varieties and have dark green pods.
  • These varieties are resistant to powdery mildew.
  • First picking is in 55-60 days and yields 2 MT per acre
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4688 crores of crop insurance will be sent to the accounts of 20 lakh farmers of MP

10/09/2020Posted on
4688 crores of crop insurance will be sent to the accounts of 20 lakh farmers of MP

Under the Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme, on September 16, about 4688 crore rupees will be added to the accounts of about 20 lakh farmers of the state. On September 16, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan will send this amount to farmers’ accounts by pressing a button. This is the outstanding amount of crop insurance for the year 2019.

According to the news, the entire amount of crop insurance dues for the year 2019 will reach all 20 lakh farmers from September 16 to 18. Significantly, due to inclement weather, there is no loss to the farmers due to loss of crops, hence the farmers are insured under this scheme.

Source: Krishi Jagran

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Varieties of peas useful for better yield

10/09/2020Posted on
  • Malav Venezia
  • UPL/Advanta/Golden GS – 10
  • Malav MS10
  • These are the three main varieties of peas, also known as pencil varieties. It is sweet to eat.
  • Their harvesting period is 75-80 days.
  • picking can be done 2-3 times.
  • The number of seeds (in the pod) is 8-10.
  • They are medium tall in height with well spread lateral branches
  • 4 MT per acre yield and these varieties  are resistant to powdery mildew
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