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Cold wave and snowfall are wreaking havoc in the country. But, apple production in the country may decline considerably due to less rain and snowfall than last year. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of rain-snowfall in the coming days. However, it is not conducive for the apple to complete its chilling period. There is a very bad news for apple farmers. Apple yields in India are expected to decline this year due to below-average rainfall and snowfall. This can pose a big challenge for apple growers. In fact, apple producing states like Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh have received almost no snowfall this time. Because of this, farmers are very worried.

Even after more than a week in the month of January, there has been no rain in these states. There is no sign of snowfall due to lack of rain. Due to this, the apple crop is not getting the winter season as per the requirement. In this situation, experts have said that due to less snowfall, the size of the apple will be greatly affected and its sweetness will also decrease.

Huge decrease in apple production expected

Horticulturists say that if there is no rain and snowfall on a few days,apple yields can decline by 20 to 25 percent. Due to the decline in apple yield, the price of apple can also increase significantly. It is being said that due to lack of rain, moisture has disappeared from the land. As a result, apple plants are not getting enough moisture. According to experts, a minimum chilling period of 800 to 1000 hours is required for the growth of apple plants. But, due to lack of rain and snowfall, the chilling period has not been completed. In such a situation, apple yields are likely to be affected significantly.

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Farmers are also praying to God for rain and snowfall

If we take a look at Himachal Pradesh, the farmers here are also disappointed due to lack of rain and snowfall. As a result of lack of rain and snowfall in the state, the apple business worth Rs 5500 crore is facing a lot of crisis. Because, the snowfall has not started yet, due to which the process of chilling period has not even started. This has increased the concern of thousands of gardeners in the state. In such a situation, gardeners are praying to the gods and goddesses for rain and snowfall.

What message has IMD given about rain?

Apples are an extremely tasty crop. Apart from Himachal Pradesh, apple is also cultivated on a large scale in Uttarakhand. There are apple orchards in about 25 thousand hectare area, which produces about 67 thousand tonnes of apples every year. Farmers grow apples in districts like Uttarkashi, Nainital, Champawat, Chamoli, Dehradun, Bageshwar and Almora. Also, pulum, pear and apricots are also cultivated by farmers in these areas. This is the reason that the farmers here are very upset due to lack of rain and snowfall. Farmers say that if there is no rain and snowfall, it will destroy their crops. Also, according to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of rain-snowfall in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh in the next few days.

 Special attention should be paid to seed vegetables by farmers. Farmers should keep monitoring of chepa in vegetables. If the crop is affected by chepa, then to control it, mix 25 ml of imedacloprid per liter of water and spray it when the sky is clear. Do not harvest ripe fruits immediately after spraying. Pluck ripe fruits at least 1 week later.

1. Sowing of pumpkin vegetables is also done in this month. Pumpkin vegetables like cucumber, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, zucchini, chappan pumpkin, petha, watermelon and muskmelon. All these vegetables also have different varieties.

Cucumber - Japanese Long Green, Pusa Uday, Poinsett and Pusa Combination.

Gourd - Pusa Sandesh, Pusa Hybrid, Pusa Naveen, Pusa Samriddhi, Pusa Santushti and PSPL.

Bitter gourd - Pusa two seasonal, Pusa special Pusa hybrid.

Smooth zucchini - Pusa Sneha, Pusa Supriya.

Chappan Pumpkin - Australian Green, Patty Penn, Pusa Alankar.

Muskmelon - Green honey, Punjab golden, Durgapura honey, Lucknow Safeda and Punjab hybrid.

Also read: Why is the month of March, the treasure of vegetables: Full details ( Vegetables to Sow in the Month of March in Hindi)

2. Sowing of ladyfinger and cowpea is also done at this time. Varieties like A-4 and Parbhani Kranti can be adopted for early sowing of bhindi. Improved varieties of cowpea like Pusa Komal, Pusa Sukomal and Pusa Faguni can be sown. For seed treatment of both crops, treat 1 kg of seed with 2 grams of thiram or captan.

3. At this time, lightly irrigate the onion crop. Do not use any manure and fertilizer at this stage of onion crop. Fertilizer will only increase the vegetative part of the onion and not the onion, its lump growth is less. Constant monitoring of thrips invasion. In case of thrips insect, spray 2 grams of Carbaryl in 4 liters of water mixed with 1 gram quantity of any adhesive substance like Tipol. But while spraying, keep in mind that the weather should be clear.

4. This month is good for sowing radish in the summer season. The temperature is also favorable for direct sowing of radish. The germination of seeds is good in this season. Seeds for sowing radish should be obtained from a certified source.

5. Garlic crop may also be attacked by bloch disease or pests at this time. To avoid this, mix 2 grams of mancozeb with 1 gram of Tipol etc.

Also read: Detailed information about garlic crop beneficial for health

6. To control the pod borer pest in brinjal crop in this season, the farmer should collect and burn the plants affected by this pest. If the outbreak of this pest is high, then mix 1 ml spinosad in 4 liters of water and spray it. This remedy can be done to control pod borer pests in tomato cultivation.

Garden

Do not use any kind of pesticide in mango cultivation in this month. But in case of excessive outbreak of mango maggot, 0.5% monocrotophos solution can be sprayed. In general, 0.5% Dinocap solution can be sprayed in case of outbreak of Kharra disease.

 Irrigate if there is a lack of moisture in fruits like grapes, peaches and plums. Also, transplant the prepared seedlings of marigold keeping in mind the weather. Before transplanting marigold, add the appropriate amount of manure to the field. Transplant marigold only when there is proper moisture in the field. Do not allow weeds to grow in the field. From time to time, the field should be sprayed, hoeed.

Most of the work in April is related to harvesting of crops. In this month, farmers harvest Rabi crops and sow other crops. Some of the important work related to agriculture in this month is as follows.

Harvesting of Rabi Crops.

The harvesting of crops like wheat, peas, gram, barley lentils, etc. is done in this month only. It is very important to harvest these crops at the right time. If the crop is not harvested at the right time, the productivity and quality of the crop will be adversely affected. If harvested late, the pods and ears start breaking and falling. Apart from this, this crop can also be damaged by birds and rats.

The farmer can do the harvesting of the crop himself, or he can also get it harvested by machines. Some farmers harvest the crop with a sickle because there is very little loss of straw and grains in it. Harvesting the crop by combine is easier and takes much less time than sickle harvesting, and also saves money. 

To harvest with a combine, it is necessary to have 20% moisture in the crop. If the crop is being harvested with sickle etc. then dry the crop thoroughly and then start harvesting. Do not keep the crop stored in the field for a long time. Get the crop removed immediately using thresher etc.

Sowing of crops for green manure

In April, farmers sow green manure crops to increase the fertility of the land. Dhencha is also included in green manure crops. The sowing of Dhencha should be done by the end of April. Dhencha cultivation maintains the presence of nutrients in the soil. 

Also read: Green manure will give life to the soil and the farmer

Harvesting of gram and mustard

Mustard, potatoes, and gram are harvested in April. After harvesting all these crops, the farmer can also grow vegetables like ridge gourd, cucumber, tinda, bitter gourd, and cucumber. Keep in mind that while sowing, keep the distance from plant to plant between 50 cm to 100 cm. If all these vegetables have been sown, then take special care of irrigation. For higher crop production, spray Hydrozide and Tri Iodo Benzoic Acid mixed in water.

Sowing of Radish and Ginger

After harvesting Rabi crops, radish and ginger are sown in this month. RRW and Pusa Chetki varieties of radish can be grown in this month. Before sowing ginger, do seed treatment. For seed treatment use a drug called Bavistin. 

Also read: Cultivating ginger in this way will yield huge profits

Pests in Tomato crop

The sowing of tomatoes is done before April. To protect the tomato crop from fruit borer diseases in April, spray the Malathion chemical drug by mixing it in 1 ml of water. But before spraying, pluck ripe fruits. After spraying, do not harvest the fruits for 3-4 days.

Ladyfinger crop

Ladyfinger plants start bearing fruits from summer itself. Soft and unripe fruits are plucked for use. The fruits of Ladyfinger should be plucked at an interval of 3-4 days. If the fruits are harvested late, the fruits become bitter hard, and fibrous.

 Many times the leaves of the lady's finger plant start turning yellow, and the size of the fruits also becomes smaller. This disease in okra crops is caused by a yellow mosaic virus. To save the crop from this disease, the diseased plants can be uprooted and thrown away or the crop can be saved from destruction by using chemical pesticides.

Digging Onions and Garlic

Digging of onion and garlic is started in April. Irrigation work should be stopped 15-20 days before digging of onion and garlic. Dig the plant only when it dries thoroughly. The farmer can identify whether the plant is dry or not by breaking the tip of the plant. 

Also read: Farmers are worried in Bhopal, they are not getting fair prices for onion and garlic.

Caring of Capsicum

Capsicum crop should be irrigated at an interval of 8-10 days. To reduce weeds in the crop, weeding, and hoeing should also be done. To protect capsicum cultivation from insect attack, spray Roger 30 EC mixed with water. In case of severe pest infestation, spraying can be done again at an interval of 10-15 days.

Brinjal crop 

Constant monitoring should be done in the brinjal crop, there are more chances of stem and fruit borer insects in the brinjal crop. That is why pesticides should be used to protect the crop from pests.

Jackfruit crop 

Jackfruit cultivation can get spoiled due to diseases like rot. To prevent this, spray zinc carbamate solution.

Crops have suffered a lot due to excessive rain. Due to this, the production of many types of vegetables including parwal, radish, cauliflower and brinjal has declined. Let us tell you that due to the rains, the arrival of vegetables in the markets has been greatly affected, the prices of vegetables have increased once again. The intermittent rains in Bihar for the past several days have once again increased inflation. Especially the prices of vegetables have gone up. The matter of inflation is that on Thursday evening the price of many vegetables has reached around Rs 100 per kg. In such a situation, green vegetables have become extinct from the common plate. Also, traders say that along with the rains, the price of vegetables has increased so much due to the Jitiya festival.

Also read: Farmers are making huge profits growing green vegetables instead of traditional crops

In fact, it has been raining intermittently for the last four-five days in the entire Bihar state including the capital Patna. Because of this, the price of green vegetables has reached sky high. It is being said that due to bad weather, the arrival of vegetables in the markets has also been greatly affected. Due to this, their price has increased by Rs 10 to Rs 20 per kg.

At what price are vegetables being sold?

Local vegetable shopkeepers of Patna say that there has been a huge increase in the prices of vegetables in the last four to five days. Cauliflower, which was priced at Rs 40 per kg four days ago, is now being sold at Rs 60 to Rs 80 per kg. Similarly, tomatoes and nanua have also become very expensive. Both these vegetables are being sold for up to Rs 30 per kg.

Also read: By growing vegetables at home you can have fresh and clean vegetables for free

Prices will increase during Navratri

The special thing is that Sarputiya (Bourd Gourd) is making most people cry. On Thursday evening it had become Rs 200 per kg, whereas in such conditions it was sold at Rs 10 to Rs 20 per kg. Also, a lot of people were buying Sarputiya (Bucumber) even at Rs 10 a piece. Also, farmers say that due to the torrential rains in the month of October, the flowers of vegetables have fallen. At the same time, crops of other vegetables including brinjal, cabbage and radish got spoiled in the field itself. In such a situation, there has been a decline in the production of vegetables. Jai Prakash Verma, Vice President of Fruit Vegetable Association of Patna Market Committee, has said that the price of fruits is currently stable. But, there may be a rise in their prices during Navratri.

There is a continuous effort by the central and state governments to double the income of farmers. In this series, the use of drones in spraying fertilizers and agrochemicals will be encouraged in 2024. Raju Kapoor, Director, FMC India – The agrochemical industry has entered 2024 with cautious and positive optimism, after facing numerous challenges in the year 2023. GVA in the agriculture sector declined by 1.8% percent during 2023. At the same time, the key drivers within the agrochemical industry remained intact. Because of this the region needs to reboot itself.

What is GVA? 

Gross value added (GVA) is a measure of the total value of goods and services produced in an economy (sector, region or country). GVA also shows how much production has been produced in a particular sector or industry. 

The Meteorological Department says that there will be heavy rain in various areas of Odisha. According to experts, this rain will be extremely beneficial for the farmers.

Rain is continuing in various areas of India. Orange Alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department (IMD) for various areas of Odisha. According to the Meteorological Department, there may be heavy to very heavy rain in the eastern state during 24 hours. According to experts, this rain is very beneficial for the farmer brothers.

How will farmers benefit from this rain?

An orange alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department in Koraput, Nabarangnagar and Malkangiri. Where there is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rain at one or two places during 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Department, the Ganjam district of Odisha has received 142.4 mm rainfall during the last few hours. Whereas, Mayurbhanj has received 132 mm of rain. Weather experts have predicted widespread rainfall in the state in three days. If experts are to be believed, farmers will benefit greatly from the rain. After heavy rains in the state for the last few days, the percentage of rainfall has decreased. Hopefully, farmers will benefit from widespread rainfall in the next three days.

Also read: Meteorological Department released a forecast, the possibility of heavy rain in these states

Chance of rain in various areas of India

Apart from this, the Meteorological Department has also predicted heavy to very heavy rain in various other areas of India till September 9. Releasing the forecast, IMD has said that there is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rain in some parts of Vidarbha on September 6 and heavy rain till September 7-9. Also, some areas of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, North Interior Karnataka, Puducherry, Yanam today. There is a possibility of rain.

The Meteorological Department says that there will be heavy rain in various areas of Odisha. According to experts, this rain will be extremely beneficial for the farmers.

Rain is continuing in various areas of India. Orange Alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department (IMD) for various areas of Odisha. According to the Meteorological Department, there may be heavy to very heavy rain in the eastern state during 24 hours. According to experts, this rain is very beneficial for the farmer brothers.

How will farmers benefit from this rain?

An orange alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department in Koraput, Nabarangnagar and Malkangiri. Where there is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rain at one or two places during 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Department, the Ganjam district of Odisha has received 142.4 mm rainfall during the last few hours. Whereas, Mayurbhanj has received 132 mm of rain. Weather experts have predicted widespread rainfall in the state in three days. If experts are to be believed, farmers will benefit greatly from the rain. After heavy rains in the state for the last few days, the percentage of rainfall has decreased. Hopefully, farmers will benefit from widespread rainfall in the next three days.

Also read: Meteorological Department released a forecast, the possibility of heavy rain in these states

Chance of rain in various areas of India

Apart from this, the Meteorological Department has also predicted heavy to very heavy rain in various other areas of India till September 9. Releasing the forecast, IMD has said that there is a possibility of heavy to very heavy rain in some parts of Vidarbha on September 6 and heavy rain till September 7-9. Also, some areas of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, North Interior Karnataka, Puducherry, Yanam today. There is a possibility of rain.

In the world, apart from India, Parwal is cultivated in China, Russia, Thailand, Poland, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Egypt and Myanmar. In India, Parwal is cultivated in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Assam, West Bengal, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Madras, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. In Uttar Pradesh, Parwal is cultivated on commercial level in Jaunpur, Faizabad, Gonda, Varanasi, Ghazipur, Ballia and Deoria districts, whereas in Bihar, Parwal is cultivated commercially in Patna, Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Champaran, Sitamarhi, Begusarai, Khagaria, It occurs in Munger and Bhagalpur.

 In Bihar, it is cultivated in the plains and Diara areas. During the rainy season, fruit, leaf and root rot diseases are more common in Parwal, the main reason for this is the high humidity in the environment. This disease occurs on a large scale in all the major Parwal growing areas of the country. The severity of this disease is seen in almost all Parwal producing areas. 

This disease is not only seen in the crops standing in the field, apart from this, this disease is also seen when the fruits are plucked. Wet dark colored spots are formed on the fruits, these spots grow and rot the fruit and these rotten fruits start smelling, the fruits which are close to the ground are more diseased. Cotton-like fungus is visible on rotten fruits.

Causes of root and stem rot in Parwal

Fungal pathogen: More than one pathogen is responsible for root and vine rot in Parwal. Phytophthora melonis causes rotting of fruits, leaves and roots of Parwal (Trichosanthes dioica). Apart from this, Rhizoctonia solani, various species of Fusarium and various species of Pythium are also the main causes behind root and vine rot in Parwal. There are reasons. These pathogens thrive in hot and humid conditions, making the crop vulnerable, especially during the rainy season.

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Poor drainage: Waterlogged soils or inadequate drainage systems create ideal environments for fungus growth. Excess moisture around the roots and vines promotes the development of rot. 

Contaminated soil and planting material: Using contaminated soil or infected planting material can introduce pathogens into the crop. Proper soil sterilization and use of disease-free seedlings are essential preventive measures.

Effect of rotting on Parwal

Reduction in yield: Root and vine rot can significantly reduce crop yield. Infected plants may produce small, deformed fruits, or in severe cases, fail to produce harvestable produce.

Economic loss: For farmers, lower yields mean lower income. The costs of inputs such as seeds, fertilizers and labor are not compensated, leading to financial losses.

Crop Quality: The quality of Parwal can be compromised even if the crop survives. Rotten vines and roots affect the taste and texture of the vegetable, making it unmarketable.

How to manage root and stem rot disease in Parwal?

Effective management of root and vine rot in Parwal involves a combination of preventive and curative measures. To solve this problem, some solutions are as follows:

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Crop rotation and site selection

Implement crop rotation system to break the disease cycle. Avoid planting Parval in the same soil for consecutive seasons. Choose well-drained, elevated planting sites to reduce the risk of waterlogging.

Preparing the soil

Before planting, make sure the soil is properly prepared. Incorporate organic matter such as compost to improve soil structure and drainage. Use soil solarization, a technique where plastic sheets are used to trap heat and kill soil-borne pathogens before planting.

Seed selection and treatment

Use disease-free planting material from reputable sources. Treat the planting material with fungicide before transplanting to reduce the chance of fungal infection.

Proper water management

Irrigate the crop carefully, avoiding excessive moisture around the roots and vines. Use drip irrigation to deliver water directly to the root zone, reducing fungal contact.

Also read: All information regarding drip irrigation

Use of fungicide

Use fungicides as a preventive measure, especially during the early stages of plant growth. To control this, fruits should not be allowed to come in contact with the ground. For this, straw or reeds should be spread on the ground. Spraying fungicide containing Ridomil and Mancozeb mixed with Ridomil M Gold, 2 grams per liter of water and thoroughly wetting the soil around Parwal with this solution reduces the severity of the disease. 

It is worth noting that Parwal fruits should be harvested only after 10 days of spraying the medicine. All pluckable fruits should be plucked before spraying the medicine. The schedule for spraying the medicine should be decided only after the weather forecast, because if it rains immediately after spraying the medicine, the expected benefits will not be achieved. Consult agricultural experts for guidance on proper fungicide and application schedule.

Controlling the organic matter

Use beneficial microorganisms such as various species of Trichoderma that help suppress pathogenic fungi.

Cleanliness

Practice good field sanitation by removing and destroying infected plant debris. This prevents the formation of pathogens in the soil. Disinfect tools and equipment to prevent the spread of disease.

Fungus resistant varieties of parwal

If available, choose Parwal varieties that are resistant to root and vine rot. Resistant varieties can reduce the risk of infection to a great extent.

Also read: 3 new types of parwal developed in this state

Nutrient management

Maintain balanced levels of nutrients in the soil. Plants lacking nutrients are more susceptible to diseases. Regularly monitor and adjust fertilizer application based on soil testing.

Training and education of farmers

Train farmers in disease identification and management techniques. Establish local support networks and extension services for timely advice and assistance.

Weather monitoring

Keep an eye on weather conditions, especially during the rainy season. Apply preventive measures when conditions are favorable for fungal growth. To conclude, root and vine rot in Parwal can be challenging for farmers, but with the right management strategies, its impact can be minimized. Preventive measures such as crop rotation, soil preparation and proper water management are important. 

Additionally, the use of disease resistant varieties and biological control methods can further increase crop resilience. By taking a holistic approach to disease management and staying informed about best practices, farmers can protect their Parval crops and ensure a safer and more profitable harvest.

The weather patterns have changed in India today. According to the Meteorological Department, alert has been issued in many states today, after which there will be a feeling of coolness. At the same time, there is an idea of heavy rains for the next two days in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The weather has changed the effect in other states including Delhi-UP during Navratri. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has feared rain in many states. At the same time, an alert has been issued regarding rain in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and other states. With this, snowfall has started in Uttarakhand. Kedarnath Dham received the first snowfall of the season on Sunday. Whereas there will be light rains in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Muzaffarabad. There is a possibility of rain in Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh. Apart from this, there will be light rain in some parts of Rajasthan. At the same time, heavy rains are expected in Pt. Bengal and coastal Karnataka including Konkan, Goa, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Maharashtra, Bihar.

How will the weather be in the next 24 hours

According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rains in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep and coastal Karnataka may receive heavy rains at some places. At the same time, light to moderate rain and snowfall may occur on the western Himalayas. At the same time, sporadic hailstorm is possible in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan with light to moderate rains. At the same time, in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and North Bihar, light rains may receive moderate rains at one or two places. Apart from this, there is a possibility of light rain in Northern Madhya Pradesh, Southern Konkan and Goa and Rayalaseema.

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How is the weather going to be in Delhi today

According to the Meteorological Department, Delhi-NCR may receive rainfall, due to which the maximum temperature can be seen by 3 to 4 degrees. After this, the cold will also be realized.

What is the mood of the weather in UP

According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of light rain in about 50 districts of Uttar Pradesh till 17-18 October. At the same time, yellow alert has been issued for thunder to moderate rains in Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur, Sambhal and Badaun.

How will the weather be in Madhya Pradesh

According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of light rain in many districts of Madhya Pradesh. At the same time, during the last 24 hours, there has been rain somewhere in the districts of Ujjain, Gwalior, Chambal and Jabalpur divisions of the state.

Also read: Rain is going to be held in these parts of India, IMD has issued an orange alert

How will the weather be in Rajasthan

There is a possibility of rain again in Rajasthan. According to the Meteorological Department, a new western disturbance is likely to be active by the end of this week. Most areas of Rajasthan are expected to receive light to moderate rains.

For your information, let us tell you that coarse grains like jawar, millet and ragi are rich in minerals like fiber, vitamins, iron and protein. Also, these grains are known as gluten-free superfoods, which are extremely helpful in controlling diabetes. In such a situation, today we will tell you about the benefits of consuming coarse grains such as ragi, millet and jawar.

For a long time, the discussion of coarse grains has intensified among the people not only in India but all over the world. Because this year i.e. 2023 is being celebrated as the International Year of Millets on the call of the Government of India. The Government of India, which is engaged in promoting the cultivation and use of coarse grains, is constantly making efforts to ensure that coarse grains reach every household in India. Also, people can get information about the benefits of consuming coarse grains.

Benefits of eating coarse grains

In fact, it is clearly evident that millets like jowar, bajra and ragi are rich in minerals like vitamins, iron, protein and fibre. Also, these grains are known as gluten-free superfoods, which are extremely helpful in controlling diabetes. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Also, a gluten-free diet helps in improving health, reducing weight and increasing energy.

Also, eating millets can be beneficial for individuals who have heart-related diseases. Because by eating jawar and millet blood circulation remains very good. In such a situation if you are a heart patient then you must consume jawar and millet. Apart from this, Shri anna is also very beneficial in increasing the digestive power in case of constipation or acidity in the stomach. Let us tell you that millets are also known as immunity boosters. Millets have been considered excellent in relieving various health problems like asthma, metabolism and diabetes.

People suffering from this disease should not eat coarse grain.

Hypothyroidism is also known as underactive thyroid. If a person is suffering from this disease, they should avoid consuming coarse grains. Because, coarse grains contain goitrogen which can hinder the absorption of iodine. However, when food is cooked, the amount of goitrogens present in it can be reduced due to cooking. But it can't be completely eliminated.

According to the weather department there is a possibility of rain in upcoming days in many states. IMD says that there is a possibility of rain from 24-27 November in Gujarat, south-west Madhya Pradesh, southern Rajasthan, middle Maharashtra and northern Konkan. Let us tell you what the weather pattern says.   

The weather in India seems to have changed a lot these days. Winter has arrived in North India. The cold has increased rapidly in the last few days. The temperature has started decreasing gradually in many states including Delhi. However, heavy rains continue in various areas of North-East including South India even today. Also, a major change may be seen in the weather in the coming days. According to the Weather Department, a Western Disturbance is going to affect North-West and Western India from November 25, due to which changes will be seen in the weather. Due to this change, there is a possibility of rain in South West, Madhya Pradesh, South Rajasthan, Central Maharashtra, North Konkan and Gujarat between 24 and 27 November.

In which areas does the rainy season continue? 

 Light rainfall may also be recorded in the western Himalayan region and the plains of the northwest on November 27 and 28. Apart from this, the Meteorological Department has said that torrential rains will continue in South India for the next two to three days. During this period, there is a possibility of heavy rainfall at some places with light to moderate rainfall in Lakshadweep, Southern Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Coastal Odisha and Southern Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The Weather Department has said that during this period, there are chances of light rain in the western hilly areas as well, which will further increase the cold.

Pollution level in Delhi increases again.

Instead of decreasing, the level of pollution in Delhi is continuously increasing. The people of Delhi had definitely got relief to some extent from the increased pollution after Diwali. But, now once again the level of pollution seems to be worsening. The condition of air quality in Delhi was very poor on Wednesday. The AQI of the city was recorded at 394 on Wednesday. Whereas, a day earlier on Tuesday it was 365. Along with pollution, the havoc of fog can also be seen in Delhi at present. According to the Weather Department, fog will be seen in Delhi this entire week. Along with this, due to rainfall in the mountains, strong winds can blow in the plains.

Food yields are getting enough in India and this yield is also increasing year by year. Tell me that even then, farmers do not get the right price for their crop. Millions of people in India are compelled for hungry gold. The reason for this is the absence of magnificent and well -organized facilities for storage somewhere.

Most of the reports are heard, that millions of tons of grains kept under the open sky got wet with unseasonal rain, the grain of crores of rupees was completely rotten and washed away. This causes water to reinforce the hard work of poor farmers. In addition, insects, rodents (rats, squirrels), micro -organisms and unscientific storage etc. are also plenty of crop loss. The government tells about the growth in yield, but does not explain how food will be kept safe and protection.

The government itself provides storage

In India, the government itself provides storage by unscientific methods. Everyone has generally seen the grain lying in sacks without covered under the open sky. Statistics at the Indian Grain Accumulation Management and Research Institute (IGMRI), Hapur (U.P.) say that the annual storage loss is about Rs 7,000 crore, with 14 million tonnes of food grains destroyed, with about 1,300 due to the sole insects about 1,300 Loss of crores of rupees is shambled. Due to micro -organisms, insects, rodents and unscientific storage etc., there is about 10% percent loss of total food grains after harvesting.

Capacity to store merely 45 per cent

India has an estimate of 3,235 lakh tonnes of food grains in the financial year 2022-23. However, according to government data, the total grain storage capacity in India is 1,450 lakh tonnes. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), only 45 percent of annual grain production in the country has the capacity to store only 45 percent. Apart from this, the government also hesitates to answer what the remaining grains are.

What do you understand from the food saving program

The 'KhadanBachao' program was started in India in 1979. Under this scheme, a target was set to generate awareness among farmers and provide tanks for storage at affordable prices. However, even today millions of tons of grains are wasted.

Work to reduce wasteful expenses

A plan to develop the world's largest storage capacity in India has been started. The government is spending about 1 lakh crore rupees on this scheme. This will increase the storage capacity of 2,150 lakh tonnes in 5 years. In addition, there are plans to construct 500 to 2000 tonnes of godowns at the block level. How much grain will be saved from being ruined by these efforts, it is dependent on the future.

 In Pipli town of Puri district in Odisha, Santosh Mishra's Kalinga Mushroom Centre is a result of his hard work and perseverance. Santosh, a graduate from BJB College in Dandamukundapur village, has brought a revolution in mushroom cultivation in the area. However, Santosh's journey was full of many challenges, but he did not give up at all. 

The demand for mushrooms in Indian kitchens is growing quite rapidly. That is why, most of the farmer brothers are inclined towards mushroom cultivation along with traditional crops. However, more than 2000 varieties of mushrooms are found all over the world. But some varieties of mushrooms are consumed the most in India. On the other hand, farmers are making huge profits by cultivating different varieties of mushrooms. Not only this, many farmers are engaged in the interest of their as well as other farmers. In such a situation, today we will discuss about such a successful farmer who is trying to make it successful by giving training not only to himself but also to other farmers. 

Santosh has brought a revolution in mushroom cultivation 

Santosh Mishra's Kalinga Mushroom Centre in Pipli town of Puri district in Odisha is a result of his hard work and efforts. Santosh, a graduate from BJB College in Dandamukundapur village, has brought a revolution in mushroom cultivation in the area. Although Santosh's journey was full of challenges, he never gave up. Despite being brilliant in studies during graduation, Santosh Mishra could not earn higher education. 

Took part in mushroom farming training in 1989

In 1989, he participated in the mushroom cultivation training program at Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) in Bhubaneswar. In his media interview, he said that at that time he had Rs 36 of his savings with which he bought four bottles of oyster mushroom spawn (seeds) from OUAT.  

Santosh produces 5,000 bottles of spawn per day  

Santosh devised a different method for mushroom cultivation and spawn production and since then there has been no looking back. He has set up a spawn production-cum-training centre in his village. where they produce two varieties of seeds. One is the rice straw mushroom (Volvariella volvacea) and the other is the oyster mushroom. He sells Kalinga mushroom seeds to people in Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Assam and Pondicherry at Rs 15 per bottle. They have the capacity to produce 5,000 bottles of spawn per day. Also, he is currently producing 2,000 bottles (Rs 30,000) per day. Santosh is currently planning to make value-added products using mushrooms.

These various products can be manufactured from mushrooms

At this training centre, he is already processing mushrooms to prepare pickles, papads, vadis (dry dumplings) and soup powders. At present, oyster mushrooms are machine dried and powdered at the training centre. This powder can be used to prepare pakodas, vadis, papads, pickles, chapatis (mixed with wheat flour), sugar-free biscuits and snacks. For his work, Santosh received the State Award in 2005 and was honoured by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in 2011. He received the Global Agriculture Award at the Gujarat Summit in 2013, followed by the Odisha Citizen Award in 2021.