India is one of the largest producer of oilseeds in the world and it occupies an important position in the agricultural economy. Edible oils are essential to the Indian diet, influencing culinary practices and food security nationwide. India is the world’s second-largest consumer of vegetable oil and the top importer. As per reports of 2022-23, India imported 16.5 million tonnes of edible oil where domestic production met 40-45% of the demand. With a diverse range of oils used in households and various industries, understanding edible oils’ landscape, varieties, uses, and consumption trends becomes imperative for stakeholders—from policymakers to consumers. Edible ...

The agricultural sector has long been the backbone of India’s economy, contributing significantly to the country’s GDP while employing a vast majority of its rural population. However, this sector faces numerous challenges, ranging from resource inefficiencies to infrastructural deficits, which hinder its full potential. To address these challenges, the Government of India has introduced various initiatives, one of the most notable being the PM Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). PMKSY launched with ₹6,000 crore for the period of 2016-2020. This scheme aims to enhance the processing of agricultural products, bolster supply chain management, and ultimately empower farmers through increased income and ...

Pest management is a crucial aspect of agricultural production, significantly impacting crop yield, quality, and overall farm profitability. One of the most commonly employed strategies for managing pest infestations in agricultural settings is fumigation. This method involves the use of gaseous pesticides, known as fumigants, that penetrate the entire area or material to eliminate pests, including insects, nematodes, and pathogens. In this blog post, I will explore the principles, benefits, implementation strategies, and best practices for fumigation in agricultural farms. Understanding Fumigation Fumigation is a specialized form of pest control wherein gaseous pesticides are applied to a specific environment, such ...

As the global human population continues to surge, anticipated to reach over 9 billion by 2050, the demand for food production is mounting at an unprecedented rate. To meet this challenge, agriculture has adopted a variety of scientific methods and innovative technologies aimed at maximizing productivity. Evaluating The Strong Impact of Pesticides on Agriculture and the Environment Among these methods, the use of pesticides stands out as a widely embraced solution designed to control weeds, pests, and diseases that threaten crops. While pesticides have played a role in boosting agricultural yields, a growing body of research highlights the multifaceted negative ...