If humans want to survive long in space, or inhabit Mars, one of the most prominent steps would be learning or inventing new methods of growing plants in space. On Earth, we have favorable conditions like the presence of oxygen, sunlight, water, soil with nutrients, organic matter and microbes, optimum gravity, and other factors. But … Read more
Brooke L. Rollins was formally sworn in today as the 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. The oath was administered by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas during a private ceremony at the Supreme Court building, following her confirmation by the Senate with a 72–28 vote. “It is the honor of a lifetime… Every day, I will … Read more
Seaweeds are macroscopic algae that grow in the marine and shallow coastal waters and onrocky shores. They’re a renewable source of food, energy, chemicals and medicines. They’re also termed as the ‘Medical Food of the 21st Century’ as they are being used as laxatives, for making pharmaceutical capsules that is used in treatment of goiter, … Read more
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. The watch will remain in effect until 9:00 PM ET on Tuesday, July 2, 2025. Residents are advised to prepare for severe weather conditions including damaging winds, heavy rainfall, lightning, and even for tornadoes. Areas Affected … Read more
The tomato is one of the most important commercial vegetables grown in the world. There is a huge demand for it, even in the local markets. The presence of lycopene gives them their red color. These fruits are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. A lot of farmers are growing this in large areas … Read more
Preparing for the PRC Licensure Examination for Agriculturists? Animal Science is one of the most important subject and is essential to boost your score in this exam. This reviewer contains 100 carefully selected multiple choice questions based on past board exams and aligned with the current LEA syllabus. Whether you’re taking the exam this year … Read more
Podu agriculture is no different from shifting farming. It is a form of shifting farming or slash-and-burn agriculture system usually practiced by tribal communities on the hill slopes of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh. It helps us understand forest ecosystems, soil fertility cycles, and sustainable land use when managed properly. However, it has gained … Read more
What if you can optimize every inch of your land with precision or spot issues before they become problems? Sounds interesting! These are just a few of the benefits agricultural drones give you. Yes, it is true that agricultural drones are helping farmers, from crop monitoring to precision spraying. As a result, more farmers are … Read more
Students every year examination is conducted in November by the Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC). Exam is difficult and requires grit, strategy, and determination to pass and mock tests based on Previous Year Questions help to analyze and improve your preparation for the examination. 3,628 out of 7,144 passed the Agriculturists Licensure Examination given by the … Read more
Makhana (fox nut) farming is gaining popularity due to its high nutritional value, rising demand in the health food market, and government support under schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi and the establishment of a Makhana Board. Bihar, India, leads in production, contributing over 90% of the country’s makhana supply. The makhana market … Read more
