Genetic purity testing is crucial in agriculture to ensure the trueness of plant varieties and prevent contamination. Various tests such as the phenol color test for wheat, rice, and sorghum, KOH bleach test for sorghum, and peroxidase activity test for soybean are used to assess genetic purity accu

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Sorghum, Bajra, Finger Millets, and Minor Millets like Foxtail Millet, Proso Millet, Kodo Millet, Barnyard Millet, and Little Millet are considered Nutri-Cereals in India. These cereals play a vital role in the food basket, with Sorghum being the fourth most important food grain in the country. The

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On-farm trials showcase effective solutions such as new chemicals and innovative approaches for managing pests like stem borers and thrips in crops like sorghum, tinda, and kinnow. Additionally, nutrient management through foliar applications has shown promising results in enhancing crop yields and

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Sorghum, known as Jowar, is a significant cereal crop cultivated worldwide. It serves as a staple food for millions in Africa and Asia, while also being utilized as animal feed. With the ability to withstand drought, sorghum is valued for its resilience and nutritional benefits. The grain is used fo

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Sheep and goat farming are vital for India's rural economy, but face challenges like feed scarcity. Grazing lands are depleting due to land use changes. Alternative solutions include conserving fodders, utilizing crop residues, and incorporating unconventional feeds. Sweet sorghum bagasse is a valua

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This lecture introduces the toxicology of plants containing cyanide, focusing on factors affecting cyanide poisoning, cyanogenic plants, mechanisms of toxicosis, clinical signs, post-mortem lesions, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. It discusses species variations in susceptibility, plant growth

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This study explores the impact of monsoon variability on crop irrigation in India using an empirical model. It examines changes in crop irrigated areas in response to monsoon variations, focusing on rice, wheat, and sorghum. The research analyzes crop water needs, sensitivity to drought, and irrigat

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Allelopathy involves the chemical inhibition of one plant species by another, affecting growth and development. Target species may suffer from reduced growth, nutrient uptake, and disrupted symbiotic relationships due to allelopathic chemicals present in different plant parts and soil. Certain plant

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Explore the latest updates on insect management for corn, sorghum, and the impact of sugarcane aphids. Learn about potential yield loss, thresholds for management, best insecticides, current issues in corn, and strategies for effective pest control. Stay informed to protect your crops and optimize p

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