Article Archive: Volume 2 Issue 2 2023

Empowering Farmers: Integrating Farming Systems for Sustainable Prosperity

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Introduction The agricultural landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by changing climatic patterns, economic forces, and technological advancements. Amidst these transformations, the well-being and prosperity of farmers remain paramount. In response to the challenges faced by farmers and the imperatives of sustainable agriculture, the concept of Integrated Farming Systems (IFS) has gained prominence as a holistic … Read more

Enhancing Intercropping Research and Practices in Modern Agricultural Landscapes

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Introduction Intercropping, a traditional farming practice dating back centuries, involves the simultaneous cultivation of multiple crops within the same field space. Unlike monoculture systems, which rely on single crop species, intercropping harnesses the complementarity and synergies among different plant species to optimize resource utilization, suppress pests and diseases, and enhance soil health [1]. Despite its … Read more

Understanding the Physicochemical Behavior of Pesticides in Soil and Water

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Introduction Pesticides are essential tools in modern agriculture, helping to combat pests and diseases that threaten crop productivity and food security. However, their widespread use has raised concerns about their impact on the environment, particularly soil and water quality. The physicochemical behavior of pesticides, including their sorption, degradation, and transport processes, plays a critical role … Read more

Exploring Progress and Hurdles in Plant Tissue Culture: A Comprehensive Review

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Introduction Plant tissue culture, a technique pioneered by Haberlandt in the late 19th century, involves the aseptic culture of plant cells, tissues, or organs under controlled conditions in a nutrient medium supplemented with growth regulators. Since its inception, tissue culture has become an indispensable tool in plant science, facilitating the propagation of elite plant varieties, … Read more

Invitro Characterization of Plant Growth Promoting Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria (PSB)

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INTRODUCTION Over the last few decades, the agriculture policy in India has undergone a major change through diversification and emphasis on a sustainable production system. Rhizosphere researchers have been throwing up surprise and interesting ideas for research ever since the pleasant environment of microorganisms around plant roots is called the rhizosphere. The term rhizosphere was … Read more