NIPGR’s gene-edited rice has better phosphate uptake
Background: Why Phosphorus Matters Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture , Science and Technology) The Breakthrough: CRISPR-Cas9 for Root-to-Shoot Phosphate Transport Genetic Engineering: From Silencing to Precision Editing Failed Attempt: Knocking out the Repressor (OsWRKY6) Successful Strategy: Editing Just the Repressor’s Binding Site Results: Yields, Efficiency, and Seed Quality Technical Safeguards: Precision & Bioethics Off-target effects: Foreign DNA […]
Cabinet approves hike in MSP for kharif crops
Overview of MSP Hike Relevance : GS 3(MSP , Agriculture) Specific Increases in MSP MSP Margin over Cost of Production Policy Alignment and Promotion of Nutri-Cereals Procurement Trends Implications
How did India develop genome edited rice?
Development and Varieties Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture ,Science) Unique Characteristics of the Varieties DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala): Pusa DST Rice 1: Technology Used Significance for India Controversies and Objections Regulatory and Legal Status Next Steps
Cultivating a solar-powered future for farmers
Concept and Origins of Agriphotovoltaics (APVs) Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture , Technology) APVs: Function and Economic Potential Environmental and Agronomic Advantages Challenges: Lack of Norms and High CapEx Recommendations and the Way Forward Conclusion
High temperatures and mango production
Context:India is the world’s largest producer of mangoes, known for its rich genetic diversity and vast cultivation across tropical and subtropical regions. Despite rising temperatures, India’s mango productivity has remained resilient due to adaptive traits and large-scale cultivation efforts. The country produces iconic varieties like Alphonso, Dasheri, Kesar, and Banganapalli, and maintains a strong export presence. Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture […]
Pigeon pea farmers in dilemma as Centre extends duty-free import
Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture) Economic and Policy Impact: Wider Implications: Conclusion:
Agriculture finds special mention in Budget 2025-26
Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture) Budgetary Allocation Implications & Challenges
Natural farming in Solan is a journey towards sustainable agriculture and rural prosperity
Overview of Natural Farming in Solan Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture) Transition to Natural Farming Core Principles of Natural Farming Impact of Natural Farming on Soil and Crops Farmers’ Adoption and Success Stories Environmental and Economic Benefits Supporting Government Initiatives Challenges and Way Forward
Hardship of harvesting sweetness is wearing down the date palm jaggery makers of Bengal
Context: Date palm jaggery-making, a centuries-old tradition in West Bengal’s Sundarbans, Jaynagar, and Belpahari, is under threat due to urbanization, deforestation, and climate change. Families like Maniruddin Banshi’s rely on gathering date palm sap during winter to produce jaggery (nolen gur) for growing market demand. Relevance : GS 3(Agriculture) Challenges: Cultural and Economic Implications:
Biofloc Technology in Aquaculture
Context: India’s aquaculture sector has increasingly adopted Biofloc Technology (BFT) and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS). Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Biofloc Technology in Aquaculture Advantages of Biofloc Technology Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) Benefits of Using RAS -Source: Down To Earth