Source: The post is based on the article “Nothing Fishy” published in “The Times of India” on 3rd July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Industries and industrial Policies – Agriculture and allied activities News: A recent study by the Central Marine Fisheries Institute has provided some promising data that can be beneficial for the fisheries… Continue reading Nothing Fishy – on India’s fisheries sector
Tag: Agriculture
On urea prices: Fertiliser for thought
Source- The post is based on the article “on urea prices: Fertiliser for thought” published in “The Hindu” on 23rd June 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Agriculture – Agricultural Inputs News– On Wednesday, the Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the urea subsidy scheme with a view to ensure supply of the fertiliser at the same… Continue reading On urea prices: Fertiliser for thought
Focus on the millets value chain for fortified nutritional security
Source: The post is based on the article “Focus on the millets value chain for fortified nutritional security” published in Live Mint on 28th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Agriculture Relevance: measures needed to boost millet consumption News: India is the world’s largest millet producer. India’s Pearl Millet production accounts for 40% of the world’s millet production.… Continue reading Focus on the millets value chain for fortified nutritional security
Incentivise eco-friendly fertilisers
Source: The post is based on the article “Incentivise eco-friendly fertilisers” published in “Business Standard” on 26th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Economy – Agriculture Inputs News: The growing awareness of the need to reduce the application of chemicals in agriculture is encouraging the use of eco-friendly alternatives like biofertilisers and biopesticides. What is the… Continue reading Incentivise eco-friendly fertilisers
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #292 : Preeti Sudan mam Board, Agriculture Optional, Jharkhand Home State
Date of Interview: (18/04/23- Afternoon- 1st to go) Board: Preeti Sudan mam Optional: Agriculture Home State: Chatra, Jharkhand Background: Civil Engg To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman 1. What all you have learned in DANICS training.( where all you have been trained) 2. As u have worked in Covid management,… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #292 : Preeti Sudan mam Board, Agriculture Optional, Jharkhand Home State
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #288 : Preeti Sudan mam Board, Agriculture Optional, Kitchen gardening, Krishi Mela Hobby
Date of Interview: 19/4/2023, Session: Afternoon Board: Preeti Sudan mam Background: Agriculture Optional: Agriculture Hobbies: Kitchen gardening, Krishi Mela Leadership: RAWE To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman 1. What is RAWE, Duration, location 2. Learnings .&. Impact on Farmers. 3. What about accommodations in village? 4. Experiences from krishi mela … Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #288 : Preeti Sudan mam Board, Agriculture Optional, Kitchen gardening, Krishi Mela Hobby
[Kurukshetra February 2023 Summary] Powering Growth in Agriculture Sector – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Renewable Sources to Power Agriculture Sector2.1 Biogas2.2 Biomass2.3 Solar2.3.1 PM-KUSUM2.3.2 Solar PV (Photo Voltaic) Pumping Systems3 Conclusion Introduction Agriculture is the mainstay of Indian economy, despite the rise of manufacturing and services sectors. The sector contributes 15% to the GDP and provides livelihood to almost two-thirds of the total… Continue reading [Kurukshetra February 2023 Summary] Powering Growth in Agriculture Sector – Explained, pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #36 : RN Choubey Board, Agriculture Optional, Tamil Nadu Home State, Hydroponics Hobby
Date of Interview: 03rd Feb Board: RN Choubey Home State: Tamil Nadu Work: Indian Forest Sevice Hobby: Hydroponics Optional: Agriculture To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman Tell us about your Work experience. You are already in a good service, why you wanted to appear in the⁸ exam again ? Your… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #36 : RN Choubey Board, Agriculture Optional, Tamil Nadu Home State, Hydroponics Hobby
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #25 : M Sathiyavathy Board, Haryana Home State, Agriculture Optional, shooting Ball, whittling Hobbies
Board: M Sathiyavathy Home State: Haryana Optional: Agriculture Attempt: 2nd Background: Agriculture Hobbies: shooting Ball, whittling, To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman difference between whittling and sculpting shooting Ball tell me about agenda of meeting according to current scenario you will hold as agri secretary in GOI with VCs of… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #25 : M Sathiyavathy Board, Haryana Home State, Agriculture Optional, shooting Ball, whittling Hobbies
[Yojana January 2023 Summary] India’s Wealth: Millet For Health – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What are Millets?3 What is the importance of Millets?4 Millet as a part of the Food basket5 Initiatives towards making IYM 2023 a success6 Conclusion Introduction In 2021, the Government of India had proposed at the United Nations for declaring 2023 as the International Year of Millets. India’s proposal… Continue reading [Yojana January 2023 Summary] India’s Wealth: Millet For Health – Explained, pointwise
