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Research paper thumbnail of Performance of Rice Varieties under Different Systems of Cultivation for Southern Telangana Zone

International Journal of Environment and Climate Change

A field study was conducted during kharif, 2021 at College Farm, College of Agriculture, Rajendra... more A field study was conducted during kharif, 2021 at College Farm, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, PJTSAU to evaluate the performance of rice varieties under different systems of cultivation for Southern Telangana Zone. The treatments consisted of three systems of cultivation i.e., transplanted rice with spacing of 15 cm x 10 cm, wet direct seeded rice (Drum seeding) with a spacing of 30 cm x 6-8 cm and dry direct seeded rice at 30 cm x 5 cm row spacing in main plots and four varieties i.e., RNR 11718, JGL 11118, JGL 24423 and RNR 15048 in sub plots. Experimental data revealed that wet DSR recorded superior growth parameters, yield and yield attributing characters i.e., plant height, number of tillers, number of effective tillers m-2, grain yield and straw yield compared to other systems of cultivation. Significantly higher grain and straw yield was recorded with wet DSR system which was on par with transplanted rice and significantly superior to dry DSR. Among varieties JGL 24...

Research paper thumbnail of Constraints Perceived by the Rural Youth in Adoption of ARYA Project (Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture) Interventions in Telangana State, India

International Journal of Environment and Climate Change

Realizing the prominent role of rural youth in agricultural development especially from the point... more Realizing the prominent role of rural youth in agricultural development especially from the point of view of food security of the country, ICAR has initiated a scheme on "Attracting and Retaining of Youth in Agriculture (ARYA)". This project was launched by the Prime Minister on the foundation day of ICAR in 2015 and implemented through Krishi Vigyan Kendras in 25 states of the country. Under this scheme, special efforts will be taken to attract the rural youth under the age of 35years in agriculture and allied sector so the increase in the migration of rural youth towards cities can be controlled. Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar will be the locale of the study because initially ARYA project was implemented through KVKs in 25 states of the country. In Telangana, Nalgonda is the only district in which this project was initiated in 2015. In Nalgonda district, under KVK Kampasagar 60 respondents (beneficiaries of ARYA Project) were selected purposively to study the constrain...

Research paper thumbnail of Drip Irrigation Scheduling and Water Production Function for Groundnut and Safflower

PROFESSOR JAYASHANKAR TELANGANA STATE AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, 2019

Research paper thumbnail of PERFORMANCE OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) CULTIVARS AND HYBRIDS UNDER DIFFERENT NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SRI

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of Different Nutrient Management Options on Rice Under Sri Method of Cultivation- a Review

The International Journal of Plant, Animal and Environmental Sciences, 2014

Rice (Oryza sativa (L.)) is one of the most important stable food crops in the world. In Asia, mo... more Rice (Oryza sativa (L.)) is one of the most important stable food crops in the world. In Asia, more than two billion people are getting 60-70 per cent of their energy requirement from rice and its derived products. In India, rice occupies an area of 44 million hectare with an average production of 90 million tonnes with productivity of 2.0 tonnes per hectare. Demand for rice is growing every year and it is estimated that in 2010 and 2025 AD the requirement would be 100 and 140 million tonnes respectively. To sustain present food self-sufficiency and to meet future food requirements, India has to increase its rice productivity by 3 per cent per annum [21]. Rice cultivation requires large quantity of water and for producing one kg rice, about 3000 5000 litres of water depending on the different rice cultivation methods such as transplanted rice, direct sown rice (wet seeded), alternate wetting and drying method (AWD), system of rice intensification (SRI) and aerobic rice. Owing to inc...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of cultivars and nutrient management practices on growth, yield attributes and yield of rice in system of rice intensification

A field experiment was conducted at the Directorate of Rice Research Farm, Rajendranagar, Hyderab... more A field experiment was conducted at the Directorate of Rice Research Farm, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad during kharif 2010. The experiment was laid out in a split-plot design replicated thrice with three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) and with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).). The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 performed better in terms of growth and development of the crop, yield components resulting in significantly higher grain and straw yields. Among the different nutrient management practices, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompost r...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of organic and inorganic sources of nitrogen on yield and yield attributes of castor in Pongamia+castor agri-silvi system

Research paper thumbnail of Evaluation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties and hybrids under integrated nitrogen management practices in system of rice intensification (SRI) method

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendr... more A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendranagar. The experiment was laid in split plot design replicated thrice to assess the performance of three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) in main plots and to find the best management practices with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] in sub-plots under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 recorded significantly higher grain and straw yield as well as nutrient uptake. Among the different nutrient management options, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompost resulted in significantly higher grain (5520.8 kg/ ha) and straw yield (6264.9 kg/ ha) in addition to nutrient uptake (157.9,30.7 and 166 N, P and K kg/ha respectively) followed by 100 % RDN (through urea) application. In terms of economics, hybrid KRH-2 with 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost recorded, respectively, higher gross and net returns (Rs 70,013 and 46,398/ha) but the maximum B: C ratio (2.07) was found associated with the hybrid KRH-2 in combination with 100% RDN (through urea).

Research paper thumbnail of Full Length Research Article PRODUCTION POTENTIAL OF SUNFLOWER GENOTYPES UNDER VARYING FERTILITY LEVELS IN ANDHRA PRADESH

At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried ... more At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried out during the rainy (kharif) season for the year 2004-05, the main aim of the research was to analyze the Production potential of two sunflower genotypes (Morden and KBSH-1) under varying fertility levels. The results of the study revealed that, among the growth characters like plant height, number of leaves, total dry matter per plant increased with increase in the fertility levels at each growth stages. Further, the results also indicated that, increases in growth characters were significantly higher in KBSH-1 when compared to Morden. The study also focus on number of seeds per capitulum (860), test weight (45.53 g), yield per plant (31.90 g) and oil yield (516 kg/ha) were observed significant in KBSH-1 genotype over Morden. However, the study also shows that, among the different fertility levels, application of 90:60:30 kg NPK/ha resulted in significantly higher plant height, higher ...

Research paper thumbnail of Evaluation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties and hybrids in relation todifferent nutrient management practices for yield, nutrient uptake andeconomics in SRI

Annals of Biological Research, 2013

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendr... more A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendranagar. The experiment was laid in split plot design replicated thrice to assess the performance of three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) in main plots and to find the best management practices with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] in sub- plots under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 recorded significantly higher grain and straw yield as well as nutrient uptake. Among the different nutrient management options, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompo...

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Front Line Demonstrations on Extent of Adoption and Horizontal Spread of Trellis Method of Cultivation in Tomato (Solanum lycopercicum Mill.) in Khammam District of Telangana

Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 2020

The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam Distric... more The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam District of Telangana. Tomato is an important vegetable crop in the district but the yields are not up to expectations due to poor quality, early decay, pests and disease incidence. An effort was made by KVK, Wyra to address the problem of reducing pests and disease incidence and improving the fruit quality by introduction of technology Trellis method of cultivation in tomato. This was tested on small scale for 3years with the help of On-farm trials with limited number of farmers. It was proved to be profitable hence this technology was up-scaled and disseminated on large scale with the help of front line demonstrations as the main thrust areas of KVKs are refinement and demonstration of novel technologies, training of farmers and extension functionaries. The front line demonstrations on trellising in tomato crop were conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra, Khammam in its adopted villages from...

Research paper thumbnail of Knowledge and Adoption Levels of the Farmers on Direct Seeding among Rice Farmers of Khammam District of Telangana State

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2020

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is considered as the "global grain". It is the major staple food for more ... more Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is considered as the "global grain". It is the major staple food for more than half of the global population. Rice is the dominant crop of the country as it is grown in almost all the states of the country. The term "rice is life" is most appropriate in Indian context as this crop plays vital role in country"s food security and is the backbone of livelihood for millions of rural households. It is one of the major cereal crops cultivated in more than 110 countries in the world with a

Research paper thumbnail of Growth, Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Groundnut under Drip and Surface Furrow Irrigation

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2018

Irrigation water is one of the most critical input for agriculture that is scarce and expensive. ... more Irrigation water is one of the most critical input for agriculture that is scarce and expensive. To increase the productivity, the major input i.e., water plays a very important role in any production system. And it is already known fact that the fresh water availability is decreasing day-by-day and the share of water to agriculture is diminishing sharply. To meet the demand of ever increasing population, and changing living standards and dietary needs, we need to produce more and more cereals/pulses/oilseeds. Another major changing consumption pattern in urban areas is of use of more and more non-vegetarian dishes, which in turn requires to product more and more these crops to feed chick and animals which requires all these food in balanced proportion. Various organizations estimate that a 70-100% increase in these food crops production is required over the next 25-30 years. There is also a common understanding that 80-90% of this increase will have to come from existing cultivated land and only 10-20% from land reclamation. However, due to urbanization, desertification,

Research paper thumbnail of Climate Resilient Millets for Food and Nutrition Security for All Seasons: Time to Promote

International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, 2019

Millets are climate-resilient crops adaptable to wide variety of ecological conditions requiring ... more Millets are climate-resilient crops adaptable to wide variety of ecological conditions requiring less water for irrigation with better growth and productivity in low nutrient soils. They require low artificial fertilizers application and show minimal vulnerability to environmental stresses. There is need to revive the importance of millet groups as health foods to enhance food and nutritional security. Millets contain high amounts of proteins, fiber, niacin, thiamine and riboflavin, methionine, lecithin and little of vitamin E. They are rich in minerals like iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium also. Millets due to their nutritive value have potential health benefits to prevent cancers, decrease the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases, reduce tumor proliferation, lower blood pressure, risk of heart diseases, cholesterol content, rate of fat absorption, delayed gastric emptying and increased gastrointestinal bulk. Value-addition to millet grains as ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook...

Research paper thumbnail of Paddy-Sunhemp System as an Alternative Resilient Technology to Paddy–Fallow System

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2019

Research paper thumbnail of Production Potential of Sunflower Genotypes Under Varying Fertility Levels in Andhra Pradesh

ABSTRACT At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was... more ABSTRACT At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried out during the rainy (kharif) season for the year 2004-05, the main aim of the research was to analyze the Production potential of two sunflower genotypes (Morden and KBSH-1) under varying fertility levels. The results of the study revealed that, among the growth characters like plant height, number of leaves, total dry matter per plant increased with increase in the fertility levels at each growth stages. Further, the results also indicated that, increases in growth characters were significantly higher in KBSH-1 when compared to Morden. The study also focus on number of seeds per capitulum (860), test weight (45.53 g), yield per plant (31.90 g) and oil yield (516 kg/ha) were observed significant in KBSH-1 genotype over Morden. However, the study also shows that, among the different fertility levels, application of 90:60:30 kg NPK/ha resulted in significantly higher plant height...

Research paper thumbnail of Backyard Poultry as a Resilient Technology for Augmenting Farm Income

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2019

Rural population living in India constitutes 72.2 per cent of the total population, which is pred... more Rural population living in India constitutes 72.2 per cent of the total population, which is predominantly occupied by poor, marginal farmers and landless labourers. Backyard poultry production is an old age profession of rural families of India. It is the most potent source for subsidiary incomes for landless and poor farmers. It is an enterprise with low initial investment but higher economic returns and can easily be managed by women, children and old aged persons of the households. Now-a-days, poultry meat and

Research Articles by Sri Ranjitha

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Front Line Demonstrations on Extent of Adoption and Horizontal Spread of Trellis Method of Cultivation in Tomato (Solanum lycopercicum Mill.) in Khammam District of Telangana

The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam Distric... more The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam District of Telangana. Tomato is an important vegetable crop in the district but the yields are not up to expectations due to poor quality, early decay, pests and disease incidence. An effort was made by KVK, Wyra to address the problem of reducing pests and disease incidence and improving the fruit quality by introduction of technology Trellis method of cultivation in tomato. This was tested on small scale for 3years with the help of On-farm trials with limited number of farmers. It was proved to be profitable hence this technology was up-scaled and disseminated on large scale with the help of front line demonstrations as the main thrust areas of KVKs are refinement and demonstration of novel technologies, training of farmers and extension functionaries. The front line demonstrations on trellising in tomato crop were conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra, Khammam in its adopted Original Research Article

Research paper thumbnail of Performance of Rice Varieties under Different Systems of Cultivation for Southern Telangana Zone

International Journal of Environment and Climate Change

A field study was conducted during kharif, 2021 at College Farm, College of Agriculture, Rajendra... more A field study was conducted during kharif, 2021 at College Farm, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, PJTSAU to evaluate the performance of rice varieties under different systems of cultivation for Southern Telangana Zone. The treatments consisted of three systems of cultivation i.e., transplanted rice with spacing of 15 cm x 10 cm, wet direct seeded rice (Drum seeding) with a spacing of 30 cm x 6-8 cm and dry direct seeded rice at 30 cm x 5 cm row spacing in main plots and four varieties i.e., RNR 11718, JGL 11118, JGL 24423 and RNR 15048 in sub plots. Experimental data revealed that wet DSR recorded superior growth parameters, yield and yield attributing characters i.e., plant height, number of tillers, number of effective tillers m-2, grain yield and straw yield compared to other systems of cultivation. Significantly higher grain and straw yield was recorded with wet DSR system which was on par with transplanted rice and significantly superior to dry DSR. Among varieties JGL 24...

Research paper thumbnail of Constraints Perceived by the Rural Youth in Adoption of ARYA Project (Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture) Interventions in Telangana State, India

International Journal of Environment and Climate Change

Realizing the prominent role of rural youth in agricultural development especially from the point... more Realizing the prominent role of rural youth in agricultural development especially from the point of view of food security of the country, ICAR has initiated a scheme on "Attracting and Retaining of Youth in Agriculture (ARYA)". This project was launched by the Prime Minister on the foundation day of ICAR in 2015 and implemented through Krishi Vigyan Kendras in 25 states of the country. Under this scheme, special efforts will be taken to attract the rural youth under the age of 35years in agriculture and allied sector so the increase in the migration of rural youth towards cities can be controlled. Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar will be the locale of the study because initially ARYA project was implemented through KVKs in 25 states of the country. In Telangana, Nalgonda is the only district in which this project was initiated in 2015. In Nalgonda district, under KVK Kampasagar 60 respondents (beneficiaries of ARYA Project) were selected purposively to study the constrain...

Research paper thumbnail of Drip Irrigation Scheduling and Water Production Function for Groundnut and Safflower

PROFESSOR JAYASHANKAR TELANGANA STATE AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, 2019

Research paper thumbnail of PERFORMANCE OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) CULTIVARS AND HYBRIDS UNDER DIFFERENT NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SRI

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of Different Nutrient Management Options on Rice Under Sri Method of Cultivation- a Review

The International Journal of Plant, Animal and Environmental Sciences, 2014

Rice (Oryza sativa (L.)) is one of the most important stable food crops in the world. In Asia, mo... more Rice (Oryza sativa (L.)) is one of the most important stable food crops in the world. In Asia, more than two billion people are getting 60-70 per cent of their energy requirement from rice and its derived products. In India, rice occupies an area of 44 million hectare with an average production of 90 million tonnes with productivity of 2.0 tonnes per hectare. Demand for rice is growing every year and it is estimated that in 2010 and 2025 AD the requirement would be 100 and 140 million tonnes respectively. To sustain present food self-sufficiency and to meet future food requirements, India has to increase its rice productivity by 3 per cent per annum [21]. Rice cultivation requires large quantity of water and for producing one kg rice, about 3000 5000 litres of water depending on the different rice cultivation methods such as transplanted rice, direct sown rice (wet seeded), alternate wetting and drying method (AWD), system of rice intensification (SRI) and aerobic rice. Owing to inc...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of cultivars and nutrient management practices on growth, yield attributes and yield of rice in system of rice intensification

A field experiment was conducted at the Directorate of Rice Research Farm, Rajendranagar, Hyderab... more A field experiment was conducted at the Directorate of Rice Research Farm, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad during kharif 2010. The experiment was laid out in a split-plot design replicated thrice with three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) and with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).). The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 performed better in terms of growth and development of the crop, yield components resulting in significantly higher grain and straw yields. Among the different nutrient management practices, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompost r...

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of organic and inorganic sources of nitrogen on yield and yield attributes of castor in Pongamia+castor agri-silvi system

Research paper thumbnail of Evaluation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties and hybrids under integrated nitrogen management practices in system of rice intensification (SRI) method

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendr... more A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendranagar. The experiment was laid in split plot design replicated thrice to assess the performance of three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) in main plots and to find the best management practices with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] in sub-plots under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 recorded significantly higher grain and straw yield as well as nutrient uptake. Among the different nutrient management options, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompost resulted in significantly higher grain (5520.8 kg/ ha) and straw yield (6264.9 kg/ ha) in addition to nutrient uptake (157.9,30.7 and 166 N, P and K kg/ha respectively) followed by 100 % RDN (through urea) application. In terms of economics, hybrid KRH-2 with 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost recorded, respectively, higher gross and net returns (Rs 70,013 and 46,398/ha) but the maximum B: C ratio (2.07) was found associated with the hybrid KRH-2 in combination with 100% RDN (through urea).

Research paper thumbnail of Full Length Research Article PRODUCTION POTENTIAL OF SUNFLOWER GENOTYPES UNDER VARYING FERTILITY LEVELS IN ANDHRA PRADESH

At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried ... more At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried out during the rainy (kharif) season for the year 2004-05, the main aim of the research was to analyze the Production potential of two sunflower genotypes (Morden and KBSH-1) under varying fertility levels. The results of the study revealed that, among the growth characters like plant height, number of leaves, total dry matter per plant increased with increase in the fertility levels at each growth stages. Further, the results also indicated that, increases in growth characters were significantly higher in KBSH-1 when compared to Morden. The study also focus on number of seeds per capitulum (860), test weight (45.53 g), yield per plant (31.90 g) and oil yield (516 kg/ha) were observed significant in KBSH-1 genotype over Morden. However, the study also shows that, among the different fertility levels, application of 90:60:30 kg NPK/ha resulted in significantly higher plant height, higher ...

Research paper thumbnail of Evaluation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties and hybrids in relation todifferent nutrient management practices for yield, nutrient uptake andeconomics in SRI

Annals of Biological Research, 2013

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendr... more A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2010 at Directorate of Rice Research farm, Rajendranagar. The experiment was laid in split plot design replicated thrice to assess the performance of three rice varieties (Vasumathi, Krishnahamsa and KRH-2) in main plots and to find the best management practices with six nutrient management practices [100% RDN through inorganic fertilizer; 75% RDN (inorganic) + 25% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 50% RDN (inorganic) + 50% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 25% RDN (inorganic) + 75% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; 100% RDN (organic) through vermicompost; Control (No manure and no fertilizer)] in sub- plots under System of Rice Intensification (SRI).The results revealed that hybrid KRH-2 recorded significantly higher grain and straw yield as well as nutrient uptake. Among the different nutrient management options, application of 50 percent recommended dose of nitrogen (through urea) and remaining 50 percent RDN through vermicompo...

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Front Line Demonstrations on Extent of Adoption and Horizontal Spread of Trellis Method of Cultivation in Tomato (Solanum lycopercicum Mill.) in Khammam District of Telangana

Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 2020

The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam Distric... more The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam District of Telangana. Tomato is an important vegetable crop in the district but the yields are not up to expectations due to poor quality, early decay, pests and disease incidence. An effort was made by KVK, Wyra to address the problem of reducing pests and disease incidence and improving the fruit quality by introduction of technology Trellis method of cultivation in tomato. This was tested on small scale for 3years with the help of On-farm trials with limited number of farmers. It was proved to be profitable hence this technology was up-scaled and disseminated on large scale with the help of front line demonstrations as the main thrust areas of KVKs are refinement and demonstration of novel technologies, training of farmers and extension functionaries. The front line demonstrations on trellising in tomato crop were conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra, Khammam in its adopted villages from...

Research paper thumbnail of Knowledge and Adoption Levels of the Farmers on Direct Seeding among Rice Farmers of Khammam District of Telangana State

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2020

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is considered as the "global grain". It is the major staple food for more ... more Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is considered as the "global grain". It is the major staple food for more than half of the global population. Rice is the dominant crop of the country as it is grown in almost all the states of the country. The term "rice is life" is most appropriate in Indian context as this crop plays vital role in country"s food security and is the backbone of livelihood for millions of rural households. It is one of the major cereal crops cultivated in more than 110 countries in the world with a

Research paper thumbnail of Growth, Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Groundnut under Drip and Surface Furrow Irrigation

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2018

Irrigation water is one of the most critical input for agriculture that is scarce and expensive. ... more Irrigation water is one of the most critical input for agriculture that is scarce and expensive. To increase the productivity, the major input i.e., water plays a very important role in any production system. And it is already known fact that the fresh water availability is decreasing day-by-day and the share of water to agriculture is diminishing sharply. To meet the demand of ever increasing population, and changing living standards and dietary needs, we need to produce more and more cereals/pulses/oilseeds. Another major changing consumption pattern in urban areas is of use of more and more non-vegetarian dishes, which in turn requires to product more and more these crops to feed chick and animals which requires all these food in balanced proportion. Various organizations estimate that a 70-100% increase in these food crops production is required over the next 25-30 years. There is also a common understanding that 80-90% of this increase will have to come from existing cultivated land and only 10-20% from land reclamation. However, due to urbanization, desertification,

Research paper thumbnail of Climate Resilient Millets for Food and Nutrition Security for All Seasons: Time to Promote

International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, 2019

Millets are climate-resilient crops adaptable to wide variety of ecological conditions requiring ... more Millets are climate-resilient crops adaptable to wide variety of ecological conditions requiring less water for irrigation with better growth and productivity in low nutrient soils. They require low artificial fertilizers application and show minimal vulnerability to environmental stresses. There is need to revive the importance of millet groups as health foods to enhance food and nutritional security. Millets contain high amounts of proteins, fiber, niacin, thiamine and riboflavin, methionine, lecithin and little of vitamin E. They are rich in minerals like iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium also. Millets due to their nutritive value have potential health benefits to prevent cancers, decrease the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases, reduce tumor proliferation, lower blood pressure, risk of heart diseases, cholesterol content, rate of fat absorption, delayed gastric emptying and increased gastrointestinal bulk. Value-addition to millet grains as ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook...

Research paper thumbnail of Paddy-Sunhemp System as an Alternative Resilient Technology to Paddy–Fallow System

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2019

Research paper thumbnail of Production Potential of Sunflower Genotypes Under Varying Fertility Levels in Andhra Pradesh

ABSTRACT At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was... more ABSTRACT At College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, a field trial was carried out during the rainy (kharif) season for the year 2004-05, the main aim of the research was to analyze the Production potential of two sunflower genotypes (Morden and KBSH-1) under varying fertility levels. The results of the study revealed that, among the growth characters like plant height, number of leaves, total dry matter per plant increased with increase in the fertility levels at each growth stages. Further, the results also indicated that, increases in growth characters were significantly higher in KBSH-1 when compared to Morden. The study also focus on number of seeds per capitulum (860), test weight (45.53 g), yield per plant (31.90 g) and oil yield (516 kg/ha) were observed significant in KBSH-1 genotype over Morden. However, the study also shows that, among the different fertility levels, application of 90:60:30 kg NPK/ha resulted in significantly higher plant height...

Research paper thumbnail of Backyard Poultry as a Resilient Technology for Augmenting Farm Income

International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 2019

Rural population living in India constitutes 72.2 per cent of the total population, which is pred... more Rural population living in India constitutes 72.2 per cent of the total population, which is predominantly occupied by poor, marginal farmers and landless labourers. Backyard poultry production is an old age profession of rural families of India. It is the most potent source for subsidiary incomes for landless and poor farmers. It is an enterprise with low initial investment but higher economic returns and can easily be managed by women, children and old aged persons of the households. Now-a-days, poultry meat and

Research paper thumbnail of Impact of Front Line Demonstrations on Extent of Adoption and Horizontal Spread of Trellis Method of Cultivation in Tomato (Solanum lycopercicum Mill.) in Khammam District of Telangana

The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam Distric... more The present study was conducted in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra adopted villages in Khammam District of Telangana. Tomato is an important vegetable crop in the district but the yields are not up to expectations due to poor quality, early decay, pests and disease incidence. An effort was made by KVK, Wyra to address the problem of reducing pests and disease incidence and improving the fruit quality by introduction of technology Trellis method of cultivation in tomato. This was tested on small scale for 3years with the help of On-farm trials with limited number of farmers. It was proved to be profitable hence this technology was up-scaled and disseminated on large scale with the help of front line demonstrations as the main thrust areas of KVKs are refinement and demonstration of novel technologies, training of farmers and extension functionaries. The front line demonstrations on trellising in tomato crop were conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Wyra, Khammam in its adopted Original Research Article