Integrated Pest Control and IPM Programme
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Definition, History, Principles, and Implementation According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture and Cooperation,…
Pest Resistant Varieties
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Different Plant- Movements
The positive movements of a plant shoot in response to light or movement of shoot towards the source of light is called as Phototropism. If the part of a plant moves away from light, this movement is called as Negative Phototropism.
Bioinvasion of Foreign and Genetically Engineered Species
An incident of invasion by a living species into entirely new habitat thereby threatening the existence of native species is called as bioinvasion or Biological Invasion.
Pesticides, their Types and Side Effects
A Pesticide is a chemical substance of natural or synthetic origin. It is applied in different forms to kill pests. Pests are living organisms that tend to harm humans, their crops and animals or have a tendency to disturb general household and living conditions. Some organisms can also be applied to kill pests. These organisms are called as biopesticides. On the other hand, pesticides that are synthesized in factories are called as synthetic pesticides.
Our Environment has a Limit of Tolerance
We have been hearing about environmental pollution, loss of biodiversity, energy crisis, and the sustainable environment since long. So many things have already been infused in school syllabi as well. But how many of us really apply in our real life the things about which we have read in our classes? If you collect yourselves and think seriously, you may find that you are still not as careful as you are supposed to be.
Biodiversity and its Importance
Biodiversity and other sources supply raw materials to many important industries. They have aesthetic value and appeal for ecotourism, which supports the growth of the national economy. They are also potential sources of pharmaceuticals, other chemicals, agricultural materials, etc.
Management of Natural Resources
Ever since the earth was inhabited, humans and other life forms have depended on things that exist freely in nature…
The increasing Human Population is putting immense pressure on Resources
A population is a group of individuals of a particular species occupying a particular area at a specific time.
Effect of climate change on development of plant roots
Roots of plants too, respond to the changes in climate.
Herbs Mixed Jaggery prepared to cure diseases
Jaggery is a traditional sweet of India. After the appearance of sugar in Indian markets, its use was slowed down for some decades. But now it is being used in urban areas also. It is reported that jaggery contains many medicinal properties and it is full of nutrients.
Integrated Forest Conservation- Public-Private Ownership
In the new strategy of the Forest Management, local public is allowed to be involved in conservation and management of forests with the government. This strategy is called as Integrated Forest Conservation and Management.
Environmental Problems and their global perspective
Our environment today is facing a number of problems. All those problems are causing dangers to take shape against the existence of the whole biosphere of this planet. But who is behind all those problems? The answer is – M A N.
