Agricultural industry
In a remote high-altitude region of Gansu Province, China, Heituwa Farm has undergone a remarkable transformation, from a struggling agricultural operation to a thriving model of sustainable development. Spanning over 1,300 hectares, the farm has diversified its crops and implemented cutting-edge technologies to improve efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and
Agricultural industry
Companion planting is an ancient technique used to promote healthy growth, deter pests, and improve crop yields. When it comes to corn, companion planting offers a range of benefits, from providing shade and suppressing weeds to attracting beneficial insects and repelling common pests. By incorporating the right companion plants into
Agricultural industry
In Liangjiadun Town, Ganzhou District, China, the Hongshan Vegetable Cooperative has established a comprehensive system for planting, warehousing, packaging, and sales of vegetables, utilizing modern agricultural facilities and cold chain logistics. The cooperative's "contract farming + cold chain packaging + labor collaboration" model has increased the added value
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Goa's government has faced pressure from Curtorim MLA Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco to increase vegetable production in the State. Lourenco's efforts led to a meeting with Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who assured that the rates for procuring vegetables from local farmers would be revised. The current gap
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Agricultural product consumption in China has been undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a traditional focus on quantity and quality to a more personalized and functional approach. In response to this shift, the State Council of the People's Republic of China has issued the "Implementation Plan for
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Researchers from Assam Agricultural University in India conducted a study to explore the impact of differential boron (B) application rates on a cauliflower-cowpea-okra sequence in acidic Northeast Indian soils. The study aimed to determine the optimal boron application rate for sustainable vegetable production and to understand its effects on crop
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Researchers at Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy of Sciences have discovered that struvite precipitation is an efficient method for recovering nitrogen (N) and phosphorous (P) from biogas slurry. This breakthrough has significant implications for agriculture, as the recovered N and P can be used as a slow-release fertilizer. The study
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Researchers from the Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops in Serbia have published a comprehensive review on the valorization of oilseed cakes, highlighting their rich protein and fiber content, and exploring innovative extraction methods to improve efficiency while reducing environmental impact. The study identifies key research directions, including the development
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Investigators from the Institute for Vegetable Crops have completed a thorough study on the development of maize hybrids, providing valuable information on the effects of sowing date and climate conditions on the phenological phases of different hybrids. The research, conducted on an alluvial soil in the Leskovac area, spanned two
Agricultural industry
Research out of Kolkata, India, has highlighted the potential of CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology to sustainably enhance the nutritional attributes of major oilseed, vegetable, and cereal crops. The study, funded by the Science Engineering Research Board (SERB), India, demonstrated the technology's efficiency, ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and
Agricultural industry
Rajesh Kumar, a former actor and current farmer, attempted to transition to farming in 2017 but ultimately ended up bankrupt. He sold vegetables outside his son's school to prove a point that farming is not inherently bad. Despite facing significant losses and debt, Kumar is now back in
Agricultural industry
Agricultural technicians in Shuangtaizi District, Liaoning Province, recently conducted crop growth surveys and provided technical guidance services to farmers in Taohuatu Town's vegetable greenhouses. The focus was on optimizing water and fertilizer management, inspecting crop health, and preventing disease transmission. By offering technical support, the district aims to
