Brijesh Kumar*, Tarence Thomas, Vikram Bharati and Sunil Kumar Abstract During Green revolution, Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, promoted to use more chemicals so as to increase the crop production and feed the growing population by giving the slogan “More Chemicals, More Production”, as a result soil became problematic due to extensive Read more
In this edition, we present a compelling collection of articles that capture the dynamic intersections of tradition, technology and transformative leadership shaping agriculture in Northeast India. The issue opens with reflections on gender roles and women’s leadership in the region’s agrarian landscape, followed by explorations of precision farming, AI and Read more
M.B. Chaudhary, Bornallee Handique, Da U Ruhi Pde, A.K. Balange and Deepjyoti Baruah Abstract The integration of seaweed into dairy cow diets has garnered increasing attention due to it’s dual potential to mitigate enteric methane emissions and improve milk production and quality. Seaweeds, classified broadly into brown, red, and green Read more
M.B. Chaudhary, Bornallee Handique, Da U Ruhi Pde, A.K. Srivastava and Deepjyoti Baruah Abstract Milk production is one of the most crucial components of dairy farming, directly impacting farmer incomes and the supply of dairy products to the market. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific factors that Read more
Chayanika Nath & Banasmita Barman Climate change has emerged as one of the most serious threats to global agriculture. Rising temperatures unpredictable rainfall extreme weather events soil degradation and pest intensification have already reduced agricultural productivity in many regions. As the world moves toward an estimated ten billion people by Read more
Himadri Rabha Abstract Pollination remains a central ecological process essential for sustainable agricultural production. Honey bees provide a major share of managed pollination worldwide and their contribution directly influences yield quality seed formation and ecosystem stability. Many food crops depend on animal pollination and the decline of natural pollinators has Read more
Pranabesh Barman and Biraj Kr. Neog Abstract Rural Assam is undergoing a quiet but steady digital shift, driven by expanding mobile connectivity, government digital‐service reforms and increasing awareness among villagers about the value of online services. In this context the idea of building an ICT Village a digitally enabled village Read more
Pompy Bora Abstract Child care education plays a vital role in strengthening the wellbeing of rural families by equipping parents especially mothers with knowledge and skills that support healthy child development. In many rural communities, limited access to early childhood services leaves families dependent on traditional practices and informal guidance. Read more
Pallavi Deka and Pallabi Das Abstract Agriculture remains the backbone of rural economies in Assam and the wider North East region of India. The sector contributes significantly to state incomes employment and livelihoods while also being highly vulnerable to climatic and structural shocks. The Current economic landscape of agriculture in Read more
Chayanika Nath Abstract Artificial intelligence is creating a major shift in the agricultural world and many people are wondering whether machines will eventually replace farmers. This concern has emerged as digital tools become increasingly visible in crop monitoring pest detection irrigation planning and prediction based services. While these technologies are Read more