Farming

An enchanting stay at Parbing in Sikkim

September 11, 2021

An enchanting stay at Parbing in Sikkim

You can enjoy nature in its pristine glory right in the middle of the forest along with a fabulous view of the waterfall.

September 05, 2021
Natural farming revives Shimla's abandoned apple orchard

By the introduction of Subhash Palekar Natural Farming (SPNF) technique promoted by the Himachal Pradesh government the apple orchard has turned productive.
July 14, 2021
India among most vulnerable nations, least ready for automation

India faces a greater likelihood of being impacted by automation due to larger employment shares in agriculture, manufacturing, and construction.
July 09, 2021
'Periyar cow' facing extinction threat gets a new lease of life

Periyar cow, locally known as 'Periyar Kullan' (Periyar dwarf), is known to produce tasty and nutritious milk with medicinal value.
July 06, 2021
Water hyacinth beds for vegetable cultivation: Converting weed menace to benefits

Over the years water hyacinth dominates water bodies everywhere in India, including Kerala causing serious concern on the ecological sustainability of aquatic flora and fauna.
June 07, 2021
IAS officer-turned entrepreneur calls for sustainable homestead farming

With urbanisation creating more environmental issues, it is time we looked forward to unique rural models to progress towards a sustainable carbon-neutral society, said C Balagopal.
May 28, 2021
Teacher-turned farmer in Kerala pursues art for paddy’s sake

Johnson, hailing from Manjapra, Ernakulam, settled down on five acres he had bought at Thrissilery years ago with a plan was to follow Wayanad’s traditional farming methods.

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