Category Archives: Agriculture

Innovation in Agriculture: Machines by Indian Universities

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Rashid Faridi

It is general perception that Indian universities are not into applied research. .The perception is wrong.This list by ICAR will give you a glimpse of innovation by universities in the field of agriculture. these machines made by Indian universities may … Continue reading →

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Agriculture Started in West Asia 23,000 Years Ago?

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Rashid Faridi

Researchers believe agriculture was “invented” some 10-12,000 years ago in the Cradle of Civilization — Iraq, the Levant, parts of Turkey and Iran — an area that was home to some of the earliest known human civilizations. A new discovery … Continue reading →

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Some Questions on land Acquisition in India- and World

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Rashid Faridi

These are the vital questions in the land Acquisition debate:  Is it being done t the behest of World Bank? Is it necessary for the so called development? What development mean for a country like India? Is the farmer and … Continue reading →

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Time Tested Ancient Water Harvesting Systems In India

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Rashid Faridi

India was a cradle of civilization in the ancient world. An interesting feature of all ancient civilization was that its inhabitants realised the tremendous value of water in human life. Each of these civilizations was located on the banks of … Continue reading →

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