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Crop production is a foundational discipline within agriculture, integral to feeding India’s large population and sustaining the national economy. For graduate students specializing in agriculture, an in-depth understanding of crop production principles is essential to innovate and optimize farming systems. This blog post explores the key principles that underpin successful crop production in the Indian context, combining scientific knowledge with practical agricultural pract

Pesticides  Pesticides are essential in contemporary agriculture, enabling farmers to safeguard crops against insects, fungi, and other pests. However, pesticides function differently and can generally be categorized into systemic and non-systemic (contact) types. What Are Systemic Pesticides? Definition Systemic pesticides are taken up by the plant and moved throughout its vascular system, including the xylem and/or phloem.   Mode of Action After entering the plant, the chem

Bordeaux mixture is a fungicide used to protect plants, particularly vines, from fungal diseases such as downy mildew, powdery mildew, and blight. It is made by mixing copper sulfate and lime (calcium hydroxide) in water. Here's how you can prepare it: Ingredients of Bordeaux Mixture - Copper sulfate (also known as bluestone): 100 grams - Lime (hydrated lime or calcium hydroxide): 100 grams - Water: 10 liters Tools - A bucket or container for mixing - A wooden stick or a plas

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