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Scientists found a desert-adapted pest-fighting mite that could help protect crops across the world's driest regions- No preservatives. Butter made in a small town in Tamil Nadu, stays fresh without fridge for weeks
- China's anti-desertification drive restores 10 million hectares in five years, targets 6.7 million more by 2030
- BIS sets norms to protect indigenous seedsThe Bureau of Indian Standards has introduced a new framework for community seed banks. This standard aims to conserve India's traditional ...12 Jun, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
- WMO warns of strong El Niño risk; India braces for weaker monsoon, hotter JuneThe World Meteorological Organization warns of developing El Niño conditions. This raises the risk of global weather disruptions and extrem...03 Jun, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
- 7 beginner-friendly indoor plants that are low-maintenance and can survive almost anywhereGreen thumbs are not always necessary for indoor plants. Several forgiving varieties thrive with minimal attention. ZZ plants, spider plant...27 May, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
- El Nino threat: Centre rolls out kharif contingency plan to shield cropsAgriculture ministry has directed states to prepare district-wise crop strategies, and promote short-duration crops such as pulses, certain...23 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- El Nino spells trouble for kharif harvests across IndiaA study by scientists at an ICAR institute has found that El Niño events have consistently reduced yields of major kharif crops in India, w...22 May, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
- Forget seasonal flowers. These 6 flowering plants bloom 356 days with minimal care and makes your home garden look aliveDiscover plants that bloom nearly 365 days a year. Hibiscus, Bougainvillaea, Periwinkle, Rose, Desert Rose, and Anthurium offer continuous ...20 May, 2026, 07.23 AM IST
- Delhi turns golden as yellow flowers bloom across the city. Internet calls it ‘nature’s calendar’. It's the state flower of Kerala. Can you guess its name?Delhi's streets are currently adorned with the vibrant yellow blooms of the Amaltas tree, a spectacle that signals the approaching monsoon....12 May, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
- India released nearly 3,000 climate-resilient crop varieties during 2014-25: GovtIndia has released 2,996 climate-resilient crop varieties from 2014 to 2025. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research led this effort. C...10 May, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
- Brazilian researchers remix coffee varieties to confront climate challengeThis crucial research aims to combat climate change's threat to global coffee supplies, as arabica faces declining yields. The goal is to c...03 Apr, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
- Tea Research Association unveils decaf green tea powder to rival Japanese matchaThe Tea Research Association (TRA) has launched a decaffeinated green tea powder, developed from Assam's elite clones, to rival Japanese Ma...05 Sep, 2025, 09.22 PM IST
- Hydrangeas are out, and these stunning, low-maintenance plants are taking overHydrangeas are losing favor among gardeners due to their sensitivity to climate change, demanding specific care, and high water requirement...04 Jun, 2025, 07.57 AM IST
- Love pulses? Here's five interesting trivia about this superfoodAccording to researchers, pulses may be the key to curing world hunger.24 Feb, 2023, 09.07 AM IST
- India set to launch drought resistant chickpea developed with genomic assisted breeding“We are very excited to see the outputs of collaboration of ICAR, UAS-R and ICRISAT in the form of improved varieties,” said Dr Peter Carbe...20 Sep, 2019, 10.49 PM IST
- Gene map reveals how bajra survives extreme heat, droughtThe discovery published in the journal Nature Biotechnology may help develop climate adaptation strategies in other important food crops.19 Sep, 2017, 02.19 PM IST
- CRIDA to have facility to develop climate-proof crop varietiesThe facility -- Phenomics platform -- is being set up at an estimated cost of Rs 10 crore under the NICRA to study climate change impacts i...26 Jun, 2013, 12.02 PM IST
- Sharad Pawar holds review meeting on drought with NCP ministersUnion Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar today asked the NCP ministers in Maharashtra to ensure that benefits of the drought relief measures...15 Mar, 2013, 06.49 PM IST
- Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan declare drought in more than 390 taluks: GovernmentKarnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan - have declared drought in over 390 taluks so far & central teams will visit these states to ...31 Aug, 2012, 05.19 PM IST
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