neem Tag

01 Nov

Posted at 07:39h in Miscellaneous

नीम: व्यापक लाभ वाला एक बहुउद्देशीय वृक्ष Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a versatile and fast-growing evergreen tree native to the Indian subcontinent. Known for its resilience and adaptability, Neem has been utilized for thousands of years in traditional medicine, agriculture, and daily life due to its remarkable properties. This tree is often referred to as the "Village Pharmacy" in India because of its myriad uses. In recent years, Neem has gained global attention for its environmental, agricultural, and medicinal benefits. This article explores the utility of Neem as fodder, its soil-improving capacity, and its role as an insecticide. Utility of Neem as Fodder 1. Nutritional Value of Neem Leaves Neem leaves are a valuable...

05 Apr

Posted at 07:10h in Miscellaneous

Current status and list of some important medicinal plants in Himachal Pradesh The importance of medicinal plants in traditional health care practices as well as in providing clues to new areas of research and biodiversity conservation is now widely acknowledged. Himachal Pradesh has a rich variety of medicinal plants, which are widely used. However, information on medicinal applications of plants in many Himalayan interior locations is limited. Keeping this in mind, the present study has been undertaken to explore some important medicinal plants and their enlightening resources in different areas of Himachal Pradesh. पौधे और पौधों से प्राप्त उत्पाद दुनिया भर में औषधि का प्रमुख स्रोत और अत्यधिक मूल्यवान संसाधन हैं। पादप...

17 Aug

Posted at 07:53h in Organic farming

Different types of organic pesticides and their importance in pest control agrochemicals are being used by the farmers for the purpose of reducing the outbreak of pests, diseases and weeds etc. on the crops. Use of these chemicals create disease tolerance and the natural enemies of insects  are affected. The residues of pesticides  pollutes agriculture produce , soil, water and air. To avoid the harmful effects of pesticide and for organic farming, it is absolutely necessary to use organic pesticides. Different types of organic pesticides and their importance in pest control देश में फसलों को कीटों, रोगों एवं खरपतवारों आदि से प्रतिवर्ष 7 से 25 प्रतिशत तक क्षति होती है। फसलों पर कीटों,...

09 Jun

Posted at 06:42h in Crop Cultivation

 करी पत्ते के पौधे के स्वास्थ्य लाभ (मुरैया कोएनिगी लिन. स्प्रेंगल)  The word curry comes from the Tamil word 'kari,' which means spiced sauces. Curry leaves (Murraya koenigii), also known as sweet neem leaves, are widely utilised in Indian cuisine and medicine. They're little green leaves with a distinct aroma and flavour. They're commonly used to season South Indian meals like sambhar, rasam, and chutney. Curry leaf (Murraya koenigii Spreng.) is a perennial leaf vegetable that grows on an aromatic deciduous tree. Although it is classified as a minor spice, its flavor-enhancing abilities complement eastern cooking, and the leaves retain their flavour and perfume long after drying; as a result, it is frequently...

22 Apr

Posted at 06:22h in Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous uses of neem in farming भारत भूमि में पैदा होने वाले लोक मंगलकारी एवं सर्व व्याधि निवारक बहु-उपयोगी वृक्ष नीम भारत की ग्रामीण सभ्यता एवं संस्कृति की पहचान बन चुका है। नीम ग्रमीण समाज में इस कदर रच बस गया है कि इसके बगैर हमारे नित्य प्रतिदिन के कार्य करना भी कल्पना के बाहर हैं। नीम 40 से 50 फुट ऊँचा शीतल वृक्ष है। नीम की छाल स्थूल, खुरदरी तथा तिरछी लम्बी धारियों युक्त होती है। नीम की छाल बाहर से भूरी परंतु अंदर से लाल रंग की होतीहै। इसमें बसंत ऋतु में सफेद छोटे-छोटे फूल मंजरी गुच्छों के रूप में खिलते हैं। नीम के फल 1.5 से 1.7 सेमी लम्बे,...

07 Apr

Posted at 04:41h in Crop disease

Biopesticides: An Eco-friendly Tool for Crop Production जैव-कीटनाशक पारिभाषिक शब्द उन यौगिकों को परिभाषित करता है जो कि व्यापक रासायनिक कीटनाशकों के बजाय विशिष्ट जैविक प्रभाव के माध्यम से कृषि कीटों का प्रबंधन करने के लिए उपयोग किये जाते है। यह जैव नियंत्रण घटकों - यानी प्राकृतिक जीवों या प्राकृतिक सामग्री (जैसे कि जानवरों, पौधों, बैक्टीरिया, या कुछ खनिजों) से उत्पन्न पदार्थों को संदर्भित करता है, जिनमें उनके जीन या चयापचय पदार्थ शामिल हैं, जो कि कीटनाशकों को नियंत्रित करने के लिए उपयोग मे लिए जाते हैं। एफ.ए.ओ. की परिभाषा के अनुसार, जैव कीटनाशकों में वो जैव नियंत्रण घटक शामिल होते हैं जो निष्क्रिय घटक हैं जो कि जैव नियंत्रण घटकों जैसे कि...

02 Mar

Posted at 04:52h in Crop disease

फसलों मे कीट नि‍यंत्रण के लि‍ए जैवि‍क कीटनाशकों का प्रयोग Pesticides having biological origin i.e., viruses, bacteria, pheromones, plant or animal compounds are known as biopesticides. They are natural in origin derived from animals, plants, bacteria, and certain non-synthetic minerals. Bio-pesticides are highly specific affecting only the targeted pest or closely related pests. They are safer for living beings. Biopesticides are one of the promising alternatives to manage environmental pollution and subsequently has gained interest in view of the growing demands for organic food. Biopesticides can successfully be used for specific crops and niche areas as a component of IPM. Biopesticide in India  In India, so far only 12 types of biopesticides have been registered under the...

09 Oct

Posted at 04:46h in Soil & Fertilizers

मृदा पोषण में तरल जैवि‍क खाद की भूमिका Manures are organic materials with plant nutrients in small concentrations. Organic manures are the main source of replenishing soil fertility. Organic farming is an internationally regulated legally enforced and standardized alternative paradigm relies on ecological processes, biodiversity for sustaining the health of soil. Solid organic fertilizer, cattle manure and green manure are the most nutritive organic fertilizers with an average nitrogen (N) content of 1.5%. Now a days Liquid Organic Manure has largely remained in background of bio-dynamic farming. The plant can absorb nutrients about 20 times fast through the leaves than applied through the soil. Therefore, liquid manures are helpful to overcome temporary nutrient shortages. In organic...

15 Dec

Posted at 07:10h in Crop disease

नीम के बायोपेस्टीसाइड: एकीकृत कीट प्रबंधन के लिए उपयुक्त जैव कीटनाशक Continuous and excessive use of chemical pesticides over a period of time has resulted in serious problems such as development of insect resistance, insecticide-induced resurgence of insect-pests, toxicity to non-target organisms and also to human beings. Now there is an urgent need to evolve an alternate coherent pest management programme, which is effective and environment friendly. It would be appropriate to identify chemicals, which render crop plants unattractive or unpalatable for feeding by insect-pests, and at the same time are fully biodegradable. Several plant products possess the property of making crop foliage unattractive for feeding, and hence, form an important component of...