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NASA’s Astronaut Sunita Williams Grows Lettuce in Space: Everything You Need to Know
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is leading a space farming experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS), aimed at advancing agricultural techniques for both space and Earth. The experiment, part of NASA’s Plant Habitat-07 study, involves cultivating “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce in microgravity to examine how water availability affe...
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Can The Egg Floating Test Determine Its Freshness? Here's What It Really Means
According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), while floating eggs are a sign of reduced quality, they may still be safe to consume.
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Why NASA's Sunita Williams Is Growing Lettuce In Space
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is leading an innovative agricultural experiment.
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"Why Promises To Farmers Not Met": Vice President To Government
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar took up the farmers' issue and questioned the government on their behalf today, directing most of his barbs at the Union agriculture minister.
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70% Decline In Farm Fires This Season, Says Punjab Agriculture Minister
Punjab recorded a 70 per cent reduction in farm fires this season, said Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian here on Saturday.
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Food Inflation Likely To Ease In Coming Months, Says Centre's Report
India's food inflation is likely to ease, while the growth outlook for the economy is "cautiously optimistic" for the coming months as the agricultural sector is likely to benefit from favourable monsoon conditions.
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Who Is Brooke Rollins, Donald Trump's Loyalist Set To Be US Agriculture Secretary
Brooke Rollins currently serves as the CEO of the America First Policy Institute, a non-profit think tank often referred to as Trump's "White House in waiting."
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Donald Trump Picks Brooke Rollins, His Loyalist, As US Agriculture Secretary
Donald Trump on Saturday announced his pick for agriculture secretary -- the final top post in his incoming cabinet -- as policy advocate Brooke Rollins, a loyalist from his first term.
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India, Guyana Sign 10 MoUs On Key Sectors During PM Modi's Visit
India and Guyana signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country, covering areas such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and the deployment of UPI in the Caribbean nation.
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Narendra Modi 1st Indian PM In 56 Years To Visit Guyana, Signs Key Agreements
India and Guyana on Wednesday agreed to ramp up cooperation in areas of defence, trade, energy, pharmaceutical and agriculture as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali held extensive bilateral talks.
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Ancient DNA Study Shows How Early Europeans Adapted Over 7,000 Years
A study using ancient DNA has revealed how early Europeans adapted to their environments over 7,000 years. By examining genetic samples from archaeological remains, researchers found evidence of natural selection in traits like vitamin D production and lactose tolerance. Immune gene adaptations were also linked to agricultural shifts and disease ex...
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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IIT Kanpur Inaugurates International Training Program On Agricultural Practices Using Drones
The programme has been launched in collaboration with the African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO).
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Conservation Expert Warns Earth Is In Midst Of Sixth Great Extinction: "We Don't Have Time Left"
The conservationist noted that the crisis, driven largely by human activity, threatens the survival of countless species and the delicate balance of ecosystems worldwide.
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Saudi Minister Cites India's Efforts In Fighting Land Degradation, Drought
As Saudi capital Riyadh gets ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, has praised India's efforts.
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NASA’s Astronaut Sunita Williams Grows Lettuce in Space: Everything You Need to Know
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is leading a space farming experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS), aimed at advancing agricultural techniques for both space and Earth. The experiment, part of NASA’s Plant Habitat-07 study, involves cultivating “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce in microgravity to examine how water availability affe...
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Can The Egg Floating Test Determine Its Freshness? Here's What It Really Means
According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), while floating eggs are a sign of reduced quality, they may still be safe to consume.
-
Why NASA's Sunita Williams Is Growing Lettuce In Space
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is leading an innovative agricultural experiment.
-
"Why Promises To Farmers Not Met": Vice President To Government
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar took up the farmers' issue and questioned the government on their behalf today, directing most of his barbs at the Union agriculture minister.
-
70% Decline In Farm Fires This Season, Says Punjab Agriculture Minister
Punjab recorded a 70 per cent reduction in farm fires this season, said Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian here on Saturday.
-
Food Inflation Likely To Ease In Coming Months, Says Centre's Report
India's food inflation is likely to ease, while the growth outlook for the economy is "cautiously optimistic" for the coming months as the agricultural sector is likely to benefit from favourable monsoon conditions.
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Who Is Brooke Rollins, Donald Trump's Loyalist Set To Be US Agriculture Secretary
Brooke Rollins currently serves as the CEO of the America First Policy Institute, a non-profit think tank often referred to as Trump's "White House in waiting."
-
Donald Trump Picks Brooke Rollins, His Loyalist, As US Agriculture Secretary
Donald Trump on Saturday announced his pick for agriculture secretary -- the final top post in his incoming cabinet -- as policy advocate Brooke Rollins, a loyalist from his first term.
-
India, Guyana Sign 10 MoUs On Key Sectors During PM Modi's Visit
India and Guyana signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country, covering areas such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and the deployment of UPI in the Caribbean nation.
-
Narendra Modi 1st Indian PM In 56 Years To Visit Guyana, Signs Key Agreements
India and Guyana on Wednesday agreed to ramp up cooperation in areas of defence, trade, energy, pharmaceutical and agriculture as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali held extensive bilateral talks.
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Ancient DNA Study Shows How Early Europeans Adapted Over 7,000 Years
A study using ancient DNA has revealed how early Europeans adapted to their environments over 7,000 years. By examining genetic samples from archaeological remains, researchers found evidence of natural selection in traits like vitamin D production and lactose tolerance. Immune gene adaptations were also linked to agricultural shifts and disease ex...
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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IIT Kanpur Inaugurates International Training Program On Agricultural Practices Using Drones
The programme has been launched in collaboration with the African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO).
-
Conservation Expert Warns Earth Is In Midst Of Sixth Great Extinction: "We Don't Have Time Left"
The conservationist noted that the crisis, driven largely by human activity, threatens the survival of countless species and the delicate balance of ecosystems worldwide.
-
Saudi Minister Cites India's Efforts In Fighting Land Degradation, Drought
As Saudi capital Riyadh gets ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, has praised India's efforts.
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