Biofortified seeds refer to seeds that have been genetically modified or conventionally bred to enhance the nutritional content of the resulting crops. The goal of biofortification is to address specific nutrient deficiencies in certain staple foods, thereby improving the nutritional status of populations that rely heavily on these crops
Adolescent girls are at increased risk of nutrient deficiencies due to their elevated nutritional needs during growth spurts, as well as factors like menstruation, which can lead to iron deficiency anemia if not properly addressed.
Sustainable energy, also known as renewable energy, has been gaining momentum around the world as countries seek to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. Sustainable energy adoption is a global trend driven by concerns about climate change, energy security, and economic development
Pineapple from Meghalaya region of northeastern state of Meghalaya, India in recent years has gained more popularity not just in India, also in international market. Meghalaya (abode of cloud in Sanskrit) is known for its lush greenery and favorable climate, which makes it suitable for cultivating a variety of fruits including pineapples.
The Government of India is promoting natural farming since 2019-20 under Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP), a sub scheme of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY). Keeping in view of the strength of Natural Farming and the success achieved in some states, BPKP is being up-scaled in Mission Mode as separate scheme as “National Mission on Natural Farming” (NMNF).
Farm to table is a food production and consumption concept that emphasizes the direct sourcing of fresh, locally grown or produced food from farmers and producers to consumers, typically through restaurants or markets.
Processed food is any food that has been altered in some way during preparation and processed to stay for days. Processing food can be – freezing, cooking, drying, canning. Not all processed foods are unhealthy.
ecently Sri Lanka has taken strict measures to safeguard plant health by using PCE or Phytosanitary Capacity Evaluation. How the process is done is explained by FAO of United Nations
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