Monday 31 August 2015

Egg Fruit Cultivation Information Guide

Egg Fruit (Canistel):- Egg fruit (Pautaria campechiana) which is popularly known as "Canistel" belongs to the family  of "Sapotaceae" is a large, symmetrical, bushy, much branched, small sized an evergreen tree. This fruit is indigenous to Malaysia and is also found in the Western Ghats of South India and the tropical regions of South East Asia. The tree reaches a height about 20 to 30 ft. This tree fruits are produced about the size of an apple and the colour of the fruit is yellowish to orange with a meaty pulp similar to texture of a hard-boiled egg yolk enclosing often a single large seed. In India, this fruit is known to only some locals and the commercial cultivation of this fruit is very limited. These fruits can be consumed fresh either without removing the skin or after peeling and slicing. The egg fruit pulp is used in the preparation of milk shake.To read more Click here.

Sunday 30 August 2015

Indian Sheep Breeds Information

Having large poplation and growing meat lovers provided the option to go for commercial sheep farming throughout India. There are many sheep breeds available in India depending on the geographical location. However, in this artical ,let us discuss about popular sheep breeds and thier features, charactersticks and performace.
Deccani Sheep Breed:-
·         Deccani sheep breed  basically is a mixture of the woolly types of Rajasthan and the hairy types of Andra Pradesh,Telangana and Tamil Nadu states.

·         These sheep are reared for both mutton and wool.

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Friday 28 August 2015

Blueberry Cultivation Guide

Blueberries are perennial flowering plants of the genus “Vaccinium” that are usually grown for their dark berries. These berries can be consumed as raw, added to breakfasts, baked goods, and yogurts or made into jams. Blueberries have incredible nutrition and health benefits. Blueberries are not only popular, but also repeatedly ranked in the U.S. diet as having one of the highest antioxidant properties. These berries are native to North America. In India, Blueberry farming is very limited and there is a huge future potential for commercial blueberry farming due to its excellent health benefits of Blueberries. Blueberries have successfully started growing in India with correct cultivation practices, defiantly India will be the destination for Blueberry cultivation. To read more click here.

Wednesday 26 August 2015

Rohu Fish Cultivation Guide



Introduction of Rohu Fish Farming:- Rohu (Roho Labeo or Labeo rohita) is one of the  freshwater fishes of the carp family which is very popular fish in India and other parts of the world especially southeast Asia. This fish also called as ”Rui” or “Ruee” or Tapra. Rohu fish belongs to the family of “Cyprinidae” and genus of “Labeo”. Among all carp fishes, Rohu fish is popular due to its taste and market demand. Farmers can expect good profits in Rohu farming with good farm management practices. In South India, This fish is mainly served as fried fish in any kind of parties. People often confuse between Rohu and Catla fish, because they look similar in shape and size For more information Click here.

Monday 24 August 2015

Pecan Nut Cultivation Guide

Introduction of Pecan:- Pecan is one of the important nut fruits grown in the world. Pecan kernels are good source of nutritional value. This nut is native to Mexico, south central and southeastern regions of the USA. Pecan belongs to the family of “Juglandaceae” and genus of “Carya”. Pecan nut is introduced in India around 1930’s in Himachal Pradesh. The commercial cultivation of pecans is limited in India. However, due to its high nutritional value and health benefits, the pecan farming has great future in India. In this article, let us discuss about pecan farming details For More Information Click here.

Friday 21 August 2015

Kale Vegetable Farming Information

Introduction of Kale:-  Kale is a king of leafy vegetables, very close to wild cabbage and also called as “Cabbage's cousin”. This leafy vegetable is a minor temperate vegetable which is introduced in 19th century. Commercial cultivation of Kale leaves is limited in India. However, its demand in hotels is increasing day by day. This leaf belongs to the family of: Brassicaceae” and genus of “Brassica”. Kale leaves posses excellent health benefits as well. Let us discuss about its cultivation in detail.  

Health benefits of Kale:- The following are the health benefits of Kale leaves. To continue to read click here.

Thursday 20 August 2015

Ber Fruit Farming (Indian Jujube) Details Guide

Ber which is also known as “Indian jujube” is one of the hardy minor fruit crops and suitable for cultivation in arid conditions. This fruit is native to India and is called poor man fruit in India. Ber fruit has an excellent health benefits. The commercial cultivation of Ber fruit is growing day by day due to its demand, easiness of cultivation and less maintenance. This fruit belongs to the family of "Rhamnaceae" and genus of "Ziziphus". Commercial plantations of budded Ber trees have now cultivated throughout India, and farmers are getting good profits as well.To read more Click here.

Saturday 15 August 2015

Malabar Spinach Cultivation Information


Introduction of Malabar Spinach:- Malabar spinach or Vine spinach or Basella  or Climbing spinach is a popular tropical perennial highly nutritious heart shaped leafy-green vegetable usually grown in many south Asian backyards. It is different from regular spinach. Malabar spinach is a creeping vine which produces the leaves of broad and deep green. This leafy vegetable is becoming popular especially in tropical and temperate climates of the world for its succulent, nutritious & tender stems. In India, this leafy vegetable used as fresh leaves in salads and curries. Malabar Spinach belongs to the family of Basellaceae and genus of Basella L.
Health benefits of Malabar Spinach:- The following are the uses and health benefits of Malabar Spinach.      
·         Malabar spinach regulates and controls the blood pressure.
·         Malabar spinach slows down the ageing process.
·         Malabar spinach is heart healthy.

·  Malabar spinach is helps in reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the good cholesterol (HDL) To read More Click here.

Thursday 13 August 2015

Litchi Fruit Cultivation Details

Introduction of Litchi Fruit:-  Litchi is a one of the subtropical evergreen table fruit grown in India. This fruit is native to china and introduced in India at the end of 17th century. India is a no.2 producer of Litchi fruit next to China. In India, Bihar is no.1 producer of Litchi fruit. This fruit is very famous for its pleasant flavour and pulp. This fruit is being consumed as table, dried and canned fruit. Its juice is an excellent source of vitamin ‘C’, protein, calcium and phosphorous. This fruit belongs to the family of “Sapindaceae” and genus of “Litchi”.
Health benefits of Litchi Fruit: - The following are the uses and health benefits of Litchi Fruit.      
·         Litchi has anti-cancer properties.
·         Litchi normalizes the blood pressure and heart rate thereby protecting against strokes.
·      Litchi keeps the digestion strong, maintains a clean stomach, improves appetite and cures heartburn and burning sensation in the stomach.
·         Litchi is a wealthy source of phosphorus and magnesium which supports powerful bones 
·       Litchi is an excellent source of Vitamin C and is also a good source of B complex vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and folates. 
·    Ligonol is a low molecular weight polyphenol found abundantly in litchi fruit.Oligonol has several anti-oxidant and anti-influenza virus actions. It also helps to improve blood circulation, reduces weight and protects the skin. 

·        Litchi is quite low in calories, contains no cholesterol and is rich in dietary fiber, hence aids in weight loss to continue to read, Click here.

Wednesday 12 August 2015

LabLab Bean Cultivation Guide

Introduction of Indian Beans:- Indian bean is one of the most popular perennial vegetable crop in India. Basically Indian bean is a multipurpose crop which is being primarily grown for its green pod. However, it is consumed as vegetable, pulse and forage. In India, most of the rural people grow this vegetable at home. The demand is excellent in local markets, so the commercial cultivation of Indian bean is growing day by day. This vegetable is popularly known as ‘sem’. Indian bean belongs to the family of “Fabaceae” and genus of “LabLab”.
Benefits of Indian Beans:-  The following are the uses and health benefits of Indian bean.     
·         Indian bean crop is used as animal fodder/silage or green manure.
·         Indian bean crop is excellent  for soil nitrogen fix.
·         Indian bean green pod is consumed as vegetable and its bean as pulse.
·         Indian bean is good for digestive system.
·         Indian bean helps in relieving constipation due to good fiber content.
·         Indian bean helps in weight loss.

·         Indian been seeds (pulses) contain good protein. 
     To read more click here.

Tuesday 11 August 2015

Hydroponics Farming Information

What is Hydroponics farming? It is the modern technology farming in which plant growth and productivity is controlled by water and its nutrients levels in the water. In other words, it is the farming without soil and growing the crops on water. The word Hydroponics means “Water Related” and this technology of farming has become popular and has greater applications in modern farming practices.To read more click here.

Wednesday 5 August 2015

Composite Fish Farming Guide

Composite Fish Culture:- It is nothing but mixed fish farming. Basically, it is a fish culture in which more than one type of compatible fish is cultured simultaneously. This method enables maximum fish yield/production from a pond through utilization of available fish feed.

 

Benefits of Composite Fish Culture:- composite fish culture is the most advanced & popular culture technique practiced in the country.

The main advantage of composite fish culture is high production by utilizing feed in the pond effectively. In this system , farmers can supply different species based on the market demand. To Read More Click here.

Tuesday 4 August 2015

Pomelo Farming Information Guide



Introduction of Pomelo Fruit: - The Pomelo fruit belongs to citrus race and are closely related to Grapefruit. Pomelo belongs to the family of "Rutaceae" and genus of citrus. Pomelo scientific name is Citrus Maxima or Citrus Grandis and these fruits are native to South and Southeast Asia. Pomelo is a largest fruit in the citrus world. The thick and yellow skinned fruit is popularly known in the western world as Pomelo (Pummelo,pommelo), shaddock, batavia lemon or pamplemousse. In India, this fruit is known as "Chakotras". However, this name also technically indicates the Grapefruit though both are different species under citrus genus. The fruit is consumed as fresh and is also used in cooking to make desserts and jellies. This fruit can weigh up to 10 kg. The Pomelo fruit  has the taste of Grapefruit without the much bitterness and acidity and the texture is fleshy and has more membrane than many other types of citrus fruits. To Read More Click Here.


Saturday 1 August 2015

Barley Farming Information Guide


Introduction of Barley: - Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) popularly known as "Jau" in Hindi is a one of the most important cereal grain crop after rice, wheat & maize. In India, this crop is cultivated as a summer crop in temperate regions & as a winter crop in tropical regions. Barley is a short growing season crop and has good drought tolerant. In olden days, Barley was mainly used as livestock feed and currently it is one of the grains used daily in human consumption (barley malt).Barley also play major role in industrial consumption. Coarse cereals are made out of this along with other cereal crops like oats, pearl millet (bajra), finger millet (Ragi), corn/maize, sorghum (Jowar). Generally, Barley is cultivated as a rabi season crop in India and sowing being undertaken from Oct to Dec & harvesting from Mar to May. To continue to Read Click here.