India ranks first globally in milk production, a feat achieved through the White Revolution. With 13.9% of the world's cows (38.5 million) and 64.4% of the world's buffaloes (58.5 million),…
Published Date: April 2018. Just as rabies, tuberculosis, and anthrax are transmitted from animals to humans, it is essential to learn about the bird flu that is now spreading through…
Published in November 2017 Just as former Prime Minister Nehru's birthday is celebrated as Children's Day and former Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birthday as National Unity Day, many leaders' birthdays…
Published in the November 2017 Edition We generally know insects as food for other creatures. However, some insects perform remarkable tasks, and honey bees are among them. Beekeeping is an…
Published in the November 2017 Edition Do not consume milk with fish, greens, or sour fruits. Do not eat yogurt with bananas, chicken, or any type of meat. Do not…
Published: October 2017 Millets like kambu (pearl millet), solam (sorghum), ragi (finger millet), sama (little millet), thinai (foxtail millet), kuthiraivali (barnyard millet), and varagu (kodo millet) are traditional grains in…
Published in the March 2017 issue The Kumil tree belongs to the Verbenaceae family, and its botanical name is Melina arborea. It is native to India and naturally grows in…
Dog bites cause significant harm, especially in Asia, Africa, and South America, affecting millions of people, particularly children aged 5-15. Every two seconds, someone gets bitten by a dog, and…
Issue Date: July 2020 In the hustle and bustle of modern life, changing food and lifestyle habits have led to increasing physical ailments and mental stress. Herbal medicine plays a…
Published: April 2017 In our daily diet, fruits play a vital role after greens and vegetables. They enhance our body’s overall health and boost immunity. One such fruit is the…
Korangadu refers to the traditional grazing land found in the arid regions of western Tamil Nadu, such as Kangeyam, Vellakoil, Palladam, Dharapuram, and Paramathi in Karur district. This area receives…
Karisal soil is known for retaining rainwater for extended periods, making it suitable for cultivating fruit trees. Fruit trees like sapota, Indian jujube, custard apple, wood apple, and tamarind thrive…
Removing deficiencies in the soil before planting crops can lead to better yields. The growth of crops depends on the nutrient levels in the soil. Therefore, the soil must have…
Introduction In ancient times, agriculture was exclusively dependent on natural fertilizers. However, with the increasing population and the need to boost food production, chemical fertilizers were introduced. Over time, excessive…
Benefits of Integrated Farming Combining livestock farming with fish farming optimizes the use of water and land. Livestock waste serves as direct food for fish and indirect food by enriching…
Importance of Vegetables in Our Diet Vegetables constitute 50% of our diet and provide essential vitamins like A, B, C, D, E, K, and minerals such as potassium, iron, sulfur,…
Introduction: Our ancient Sangam literature emphasizes the importance of forests. Ideally, 33% of our country's total area should be covered by forests, but currently, only 29.39% is forested. Urbanization and…
Published in: February 2018 The Nagalinga tree (Couroupita guianensis) is native to the northern part of South America, the tropical regions of America, and the southern Caribbean. It belongs to…
Organic farming is an agricultural method that emphasizes the use of natural processes and inputs to produce crops and livestock. It aims to enhance soil fertility, promote biodiversity, and minimize…