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Changing Attitudes in Indian Agriculture

:: Wednesday, March 16, 2022 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Changing Attitudes in Indian Agriculture
In a significant mindset shift, the government of India’s focus is moving from increasing farm output to improving farmer incomes. What does this mean for Indian agriculture?

Solutions for India’s Fortified Fertilizer Market

:: Monday, February 22, 2021 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Solutions for India’s Fortified Fertilizer Market
Currently, around 45% of arable Indian soil is boron deficient including latent deficient. Many of India’s states have soil that is more than 80% zinc deficient.

Solving Growing Pains in Indian Agriculture

:: Monday, September 16, 2019 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Solving Growing Pains in Indian Agriculture
When people think of India’s economy, many think of its exploding service and technology sectors. Yet for decades, agriculture has played a major role in India’s socioeconomic growth.

Boron Sweetens Production Outcomes for Banana Growers

:: Monday, March 11, 2019 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Boron Sweetens Production Outcomes for Banana Growers
Banana growing success is largely dependent on plant nutrition. Along with essential nutrients such as potassium (K) and nitrogen (N), proper levels of the micro-nutrient boron (B) can ensure larger, better-quality bunches.

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