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Horticulture Promotion Scheme in Mizoram

The program aims to assist farmers in Mizoram with horticulture initiatives by providing financial support for nursery development, seed production, infrastructure, and crop expansion. Details include cost norms and assistance patterns for various horticultural activities.

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Technological Innovations in Horticulture Sector of India

Technological innovations have played a crucial role in the development of horticulture in India, with the sector contributing significantly to the Gross Value Addition. Innovations include high-yielding and disease-resistant crop varieties, innovative production technologies, post-harvest managemen

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CORE Organic Pleiades Network First Annual Workshop Roadmap 2030 - Event Recap

The CORE Organic Pleiades Network held its first annual workshop in Brussels, focusing on organic research and innovation in the European agri-food sector. The event discussed HEU partnerships, national/regional action plans, research funding, and more. CORE Organic aims to enhance knowledge and inn

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Understanding the Diels-Alder Reaction in Practical Organic Chemistry

The Diels-Alder reaction is a fundamental method in organic chemistry for producing cyclic organic compounds by combining a conjugated diene with an alkene. This reaction, named after Otto Diels and Kurt Alder, involves the formation of a six-membered ring with specific bond rearrangements. Conjugat

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TNAES & TNHS-Agriculture and Horticulture jobs in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) conducts Tamil Nadu Agricultural Extension Service and Tamil Nadu Horticultural Service Exams (TNAES & TNHS) to select individuals for Agricultural Officer (Extension), Assistant Director of Agriculture (Extension) and Horticultural Officer posts.\nTo

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Understanding Horticulture: Cultivation for Food, Beauty, and More

Horticulture involves the cultivation of plants for food, beauty, and various purposes such as decoration and landscape design. It includes the growth of flowers, fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants, as well as services like plant conservation and landscape restoration. Unlike agriculture, hor

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Understanding the Benefits of Mulching in Organic Horticulture

Mulching in organic horticulture involves covering the topsoil with plant materials to improve soil structure, water infiltration, moisture retention, and nutrient availability. It also helps suppress weed growth, regulate soil temperature, and support soil organisms. However, careful selection of m

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Organic vs Conventional Farming: An Overview

In the debate between organic and conventional farming, both methods have their pros and cons. While organic foods are perceived to follow stricter safety standards, both types meet FDA and USDA regulations. They offer similar nutritional value, but organic farming tends to have lower efficiency due

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Separation and Purification of Organic Compounds: Methods and Techniques

The separation and purification of organic compounds are essential processes to obtain pure products, as impurities and side reactions can affect the quality of the compounds. Methods such as solution and filtration, crystallization, distillation, extraction, sublimation, and chromatography are comm

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Enhancing Compost Quality for Organic Farming: Phosphorous-Enriched Compost Preparation

Composting is a natural process crucial for organic farming. Enriched compost improves nutrient supply to crops. Learn how to prepare phosphorous-enriched compost using organic wastes, bio-inoculants, and rock phosphate. Follow a method involving layering organic materials, cow dung, and rock phosph

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Understanding Organic Certification and NPOP in India

Organic certification is crucial for ensuring the quality and authenticity of organic products. This involves adhering to strict production standards and undergoing periodic inspections. In India, the National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP) plays a significant role in certifying organic comm

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Understanding Horticulture: Scope, Importance, and Propagation Methods

Horticulture, a crucial branch of agriculture, focuses on garden crops, intensively cultivated plants for food, medicine, and aesthetics. Discover the scope and significance of horticulture in improving land productivity, generating employment, boosting economic conditions, and providing nutritional

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Economic Overview of Himachal Pradesh: Agriculture, Industry, and Tourism

The course outline covers the key features of the Himachal Pradesh economy, including its resource endowment, demographic trends, state income, agriculture, horticulture, industrial and power sector, infrastructure, and tourism. It delves into the role of agriculture and horticulture in the state's

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Concerns and Recommendations on Non-Organic Agricultural Ingredients

Various Member States express concerns about the inclusion of new non-organic agricultural ingredients in Regulation 889/2008 Annex IX, emphasizing the need to maintain the integrity of organic production. Suggestions include keeping the list as short as possible, searching for organic alternatives,

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Understanding the Basics of Horticulture

Horticulture encompasses the cultivation, processing, and sale of fruits, nuts, vegetables, and ornamental plants. The term originated from the Latin words "Hortus" meaning garden and "Colere" meaning to grow. With roots dating back to the 17th century, horticultural science has evolved through the

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Understanding Horticulture: An Introductory Overview

Horticulture, derived from Latin words meaning garden cultivation, encompasses the intensive production, utilization, and improvement of various crops for human consumption, medicinal purposes, and aesthetics. This chapter delves into the definition of horticulture, its major divisions, and the sign

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Exploring Drivers and Constraints of Conversion to Organic Farming in Bhutan

Population in Bhutan heavily relies on agriculture, but the transition to organic farming has been slow despite the desire to reduce chemical use. This presentation investigates the current state of organic farming, identifies key factors affecting conversion, and offers policy recommendations to pr

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organic chana masala

Nature\u2019s Spices Organic Chana Masala is a meticulously curated blend of organic spices, crafted to elevate the flavor of chickpea dishes. Sourced from certified organic farms, our masala blend is free from additives and artificial ingredients, e

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Overview of Global Farmed Salmon and Organic Production

The data showcases the production figures for global farmed salmon across various countries, with Norway leading the production, followed by Chile, Scotland, and others. Additionally, insights into the growing organic salmon production, vulnerabilities in the sector, and details on organic mussels p

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Understanding Organic Chemistry: Carbon Atoms and Molecular Diversity

In organic chemistry, carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms, leading to molecular complexity and diversity. The versatile nature of carbon allows for the formation of various carbon skeletons, contributing to the vast array of organic compounds. Hydrocarbons, consist

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Organic chicken masala

Organic Chicken Masala is a meticulously blended combination of premium organic spices, designed to elevate the taste and aroma of chicken dishes. Sourced from certified organic farms, our masala guarantees purity and is free from chemicals and pesti

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Guide to Organic Tobacco Production Process

Understand the process of organic tobacco production including obtaining a contract, certifying land, inspections, maintaining certification, selling leaf, and transitioning from conventional to organic production. Get insights on organic certification through USDA-National Organic Program, required

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Indian Standards for Technical Textiles in Agrotech Applications

Indian Standards formulated by the Textiles Department, Bureau of Indian Standards cover a range of technical textiles used in agrotech applications such as horticulture, agriculture, forestry, and animal husbandry. The standards focus on terminology, testing methods, specifications, and guidelines

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Understanding Bonds and Electrons in Organic Compounds

Explore the world of organic chemistry by delving into the concepts of bonds, electrons, and their roles in determining properties of organic compounds. Discover why saturated fats are considered unhealthy, learn about bond energies, lengths, and orders, and unravel the mysteries of organic compound

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Overview of Organic Agriculture in Europe 2017

Europe has seen a significant increase in organic farmland and retail sales in 2017. With 2.9% of Europe's farmland being organic, totaling 14.6 million hectares, countries like Spain, Italy, and France lead in organic farming. In terms of retail sales, Denmark and Switzerland stand out with high pe

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IR-4 Environmental Horticulture Program Overview

The IR-4 Environmental Horticulture Program supports the growth of healthy plants for various purposes like bouquets, houseplants, landscapes, and urban forests. These plants offer multiple benefits, such as purifying air and water, providing food and habitat, reducing urban heat islands, lowering s

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Insights into U.S. Organic Industry Trends and Outlook

The U.S. organic industry is experiencing positive consumer demand growth, with organic food sales reaching $56 billion in 2020. Despite a decline in organic dairy sales, the overall organic acreage growth remains strong. The market faces challenges such as the impact of COVID-19, the need for produ

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Sustainability and Organic Livestock Modeling for Global Food Security

The research presented at the 18th Organic World Congress in Istanbul delves into the Sustainability and Organic Livestock (SOL-m) modeling approach developed by FAO and FiBL. The study aims to explore the potential impacts of global conversion to organic livestock production by 2050 on food securit

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Promoting Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) for Small Scale Organic Farming in Thailand

The project aims to strengthen organic agriculture communities in Thailand through the establishment of Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) as an alternative to third-party certification. PGS advocates for market and government recognition, focusing on quality assurance, trust, and knowledge excha

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Understanding Amenity Horticulture: Challenges, Applications, and Solutions

Explore the world of amenity horticulture, its significance in landscape design, challenges faced, and innovative solutions. Learn about the diversity of plants used for functional and aesthetic purposes in creating attractive environments. Discover the need for multi-professional collaboration, gen

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Dual-Functional Photo Catalysis: Hydrogen Evolution & Organic Oxidation

The research explores dual-functional photo catalysis, combining hydrogen evolution with the oxidation of organic substances to produce value-added products. It focuses on utilizing photoelectricity to create electrons for hydrogen production and organic molecule oxidation. The study investigates th

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Organic Animal Production in the US: Insights and Statistics

Organic animal production in the US involves raising livestock and poultry through natural practices without antibiotics or hormones. Animals are fed organic feed and have access to outdoor spaces to mimic natural behavior. Statistically, over 5 million acres of land are certified for organic animal

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Mapping Soil Organic Carbon Fractions in Australia: Stocks and Uncertainty

This study by Mercedes Román Dobarco et al. focuses on mapping soil organic carbon fractions across Australia, including mineral-associated organic carbon, particulate organic carbon, and pyrogenic organic carbon. The research involves prediction of soil organic carbon fractions using spectral libr

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Understanding Horticulture and Agriculture: Adaptive Strategies in Human History

This article delves into the development of adaptive mechanisms in human history, focusing on horticulture and agriculture as key strategies. It explains the differences between horticulture and agriculture, explores the concept of cultivation continuum, and discusses pastoralism as an adaptive stra

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The Danish Model: Driving Organic Breakthrough & Market Growth

The Danish Model showcases the political and market mobilization behind the organic breakthrough in Denmark. Organic Denmark focuses on driving market growth through political policy, consumer motivation, innovation on farms, and strategic work with retailers and food services. The country has exper

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Enhancing Horticulture and Agriculture Productivity through Lean Practices

Explore how lean tools and techniques were implemented in a horticulture and agriculture project to identify and address inefficiencies, leading to significant improvements in productivity, quality, and operational effectiveness. The presentation showcases the project's focus areas, achievements, be

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Organic Farming Support Program Overview

This overview highlights the Environmental Farming Scheme's support for organic farming, including conversion and management options, eligibility criteria, payment rates, and digressive payments. The scheme aims to increase biodiversity, improve soil quality, enhance water quality, and promote clima

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Evaluation of Horticulture Workforce Training Needs in Leinster

This study aims to assess the training needs of the horticulture workforce in Leinster through a Training Needs Evaluation (TNA). The research investigates if current employees and new graduates meet industry skill requirements and if training can address industry challenges. A structured methodolog

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Understanding Gender Analysis in Smallholder Horticulture Farming Empowerment Project

The article discusses the concept of gender analysis within the context of a project aimed at empowering smallholder horticulture farmers in Ethiopia. It covers the differences between sex and gender, the purpose and methods of conducting gender analysis, and the utilization of its results. Practica

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Rwanda Horticulture Market Overview

Globally, the horticulture market is growing rapidly, with Rwanda making significant strides in exports and market value. This overview covers the market size, key commodities exported, growth projections, major markets, and initiatives supporting horticulture in Rwanda. The study objectives focus o

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