P. Rajbongshi*, K. D. Nath, D. Sharmah and D Borah Background Mr. Thopsa Boro, a progressive farmer from Dewrigaon village in Udalguri district, Assam, owned a 0.26 ha pond that had been traditionally utilized for fish rearing but generated only modest returns. His family mainly relied on seasonal paddy cultivation, Read more
P. Rajbongshi*, K. D. Nath, D. Sharmah and D Borah Introduction Integrated Farming System has emerged as a practical and sustainable approach for improving the livelihood of small and marginal farmers. In rural areas where farmers often depend on a single enterprise, income remains limited and uncertain. By combining different Read more
Ravi Bhushan Prasad* and Vishal Dinkar Abstract Seed is the foundation of agricultural productivity and its quality determines the success of crop production. Ensuring that farmers receive genuine, high-quality seed has always been a major challenge due to the involvement of multiple agencies in seed production, certification, processing, storage and Read more
M.B. Chaudhary*, D.A. Chaudhary, Da U Ruhi Pde and Bornalee Handique Abstract Hydrogen has emerged as a pivotal clean fuel for decarbonizing future energy systems due to its high energy density and zero-carbon emissions at the point of use. Currently, hydrogen production is dominated by fossil-fuel-based processes such as steam Read more
Shanigala Raviteja*, V. P. Singh, Subhrajyoti Mohanty and Arvind Abstract Garden rue (Ruta graveolens L.) is an important medicinal and aromatic plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties and wide range of bioactive compounds. The plant contains flavonoids, alkaloids, coumarins, terpenoids, essential oils and furoquinolines along with rutin and quercetin Read more
I. Venkata Reddy*, M. Ravi Kishore, N. Rajasekhar, P.N. Siva Prasad and K. Lakshmi Kala Abstract The digital revolution in Indian agriculture is fundamentally altering the traditional extension landscape, bridging the gap between scientific research and grassroots farming communities. This article explores the adoption, efficacy and on-ground reach of mobile-based Read more
Manjunath D. R.* and P. M. Hari Prasad Abstract Annual chrysanthemum (Glebionis coronaria L. Spach), formerly known as Chrysanthemum coronarium L., is an important loose flower crop widely cultivated in India for garland making, religious offerings, landscaping and ornamental purposes. Owing to its short duration, adaptability to diverse agro-climatic conditions, Read more
Kapil Deb Nath* and Pranabesh Barman Abstract Small scale freshwater aquaculture operates in millions of backyard ponds across Asia Africa and South America. These simple systems produce substantial fish for local consumption and income. This article examines how rural families use low cost technology to raise tilapia carp and catfish. Read more
Pranabesh Barman*, Sarmistha Borgohain, Chayanika Nath, Pranjit Baruah Abstract Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the agricultural sector by enabling data driven decision making, improving resource use efficiency and enhancing crop productivity. The integration of AI with technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, robotics, drones, sensors and the Internet of Read more
Kapil Deb Nath*, Ranjit Bordoloi and Rupak Taye Abstract The escalating cost of conventional aquafeed ingredients such as fishmeal and soybean meal has imposed severe economic pressure on smallholder fish farmers across developing nations. Agricultural byproducts including rice bran, wheat bran, mustard oil cake, groundnut oil cake, copra meal and Read more