Bt crops can be defined as genetically modified crops that contain the toxins derived from the gram-positive, spore-forming bacterium, “Bacillus thuringiensis.” The toxins of the bacterium are “cry proteins” that are toxic to specific pests that belong to the order: Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, Diptera, Hymenoptera and Nematoda. Hence it helps control pests in corn, cotton, potato and … Read more
Yes, hens lay unfertilized eggs. They go through a process called ovulation according to light patterns in which they do not need any rooster (male fowl) to lay eggs. However, hens only lay a fertilized egg when mated with a suitable rooster. An adult hen ovulates soon after laying the previous egg and it takes … Read more
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released vacancies for 645 posts in the agriculture, horticulture and animal husbandry Departments under the combined (Group-C) exam 2023. The application process started on 7th October 2023 and will end on 27th October 2023. Candidates who want jobs in agriculture, horticulture and animal husbandry department can apply on the … Read more
The factors influencing agriculture are climate, soil, water availability, nutrients, pests and diseases, topography, technology, market demand, credit access, government policies, etc. However, the major and intrinsic factors that influence farming are climate, soil, topography, water, nutrients, planting material and cultivation technology. Rest all other factors such as market demand, credit access, government policies, etc. … Read more
Management practices that are common in dairy and poultry farming are breeding, clean and well-ventilated shelters, supply of balanced nutritional food, water supply, vaccination, record keeping, waste management and financial management. Dairy farming involves the raising of buffalo and cattle for the production of milk and related products. While, Poultry farming involves the raising of … Read more
Due to practicing good animal husbandry practices, productivity (yield of milk, meat, eggs, fur, etc.), cost efficiency, sustainability and hygiene increase while the chance of disease reduces. In developing countries, many farmers tend to avoid good animal husbandry practices such as maintaining adequate animal density, breed improvement, balanced nutrition and bio-security measures thinking that it … Read more
Olive farming is primarily practiced in Italy, Spain, Greece, Turkey, Tunisia, Morocco, etc. for olive oil, fine wood, olive leaf, fruit, and ornamental purposes. Cultivation of olives is profitable, as by planting around 475 olive trees in a hectare of land you can get a yield of 25 to 27 quintals of olive oil. However, … Read more
Agriculture students are often asked about King and Queen of cereals, fruits, vegetables, pulses, oilseeds, spices, weeds, fodder, flowers etc. Hence this guide will help you to remember all those important names. King & Queen Of Agricultural Crops Who is the king of cereals? Wheat Who is the queen of cereals? Maize Who is the … Read more
According to the Global Hunger Index, in 2023 majority of the world’s hungry live in South Sudan, Burundi and Somalia. They are the most affected regions due to poverty and hunger. South Sudan is located in norteastern Africa and is a landlocked country with a population of 1.07 crores (Source: World Bank). South Sudan has … Read more
Humans use most of the water worldwide in agricultural activities such as irrigation. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) around 70% of the total available freshwater to humans is used for irrigation. However, it is essential to use water for irrigation to have continuous supply of food in the world. Out of 100% … Read more
