The edible fungus is generally known as Mushroom. It is a fleshy, spore bearing fruiting body of a fungus typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source.…

BIOFERTILIZERS Biofertilizers are substances that contain microbes, which helps in promoting the growth of plants and trees by increasing the supply of essential nutrients to the plants. It comprises living…

A pest is anything that: ▪ competes with humans, domestic animals, or desirable plants for food or water, ▪ injures humans, animals, desirable plants, structures, or possessions. ▪ spreads disease…

Food Technology is a branch of science that deals with the methods and techniques involved in food production, processing, preservation, packaging, labeling, quality management, and distribution. The concept involves transforming…

“A vegetable nursery is a place or an establishment for raising or handling young vegetable seedlings until they are ready for more permanent planting”. Pros & Cons of Planting a…

“Vermicomposting is a process in which the earthworms convert the organic waste into manure rich in high nutritional content.” What is Vermicomposting? Vermicomposting is the scientific method of making compost,…

Common Name- Bajra. Botanical Name- Pennisetum glaucum. Family- Gramineae. Chromosome Number: 2n = 20. Introduction • Bajra is popularly known as “pearl millet”. • It was originated from India and…

Scientific name: Vigna radiata. Family: Fabaceae. Chromosome Number: 2n = 22. Green gram also known as moong is one of the main pulse crops of India. It is a rich…

Scientific name: Vigna mungo. Family: Fabaceae. Chromosome Number: 2n = 22. Importance ● Black gram is one of the most important pulses of India. It is also known as “Urad”…

Scientific Name: Cajanus cajan. Family: Fabaceae. Chromosome Number: 2n = 22. Importance It is a popular pulses crop and it is a rich source of Protein. It is cultivated in…