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    How To Grow Ginger At Home
    Ginger management First, soak ginger rhizomes for over night to stimulate growing tips for sprouting and avoid using dried and ragged ones. Good rhizomes will sink and bad ones float. Additionally in a container,  ginger is grown in 20-25cm of soil depth and it grows horizontal sub surafce rhzomes hence fill up the container with […]
    Duration: 11:10:00
    4 Ways To Reuse Old Potting Soil
    Soil management To reuse any soil, a farmer should sterilise it to kill pathogens and for raised beds, he should sterilise soil by exposing to full sun and weather and for fast sterilisation, bake soil on tarpauline for a few days or sealed in a bag for several weeks in full sun light. Potting soil […]
    Duration: 04:47:00
    Stingless Honey Bee Farming in PVC Pipe | Beekeeping in Pipe
    These bees are generally smaller than honey bees and play a crucial role in surveillance. They defend the hive by biting intruders, though for humans, it feels more like a tickle. Wooden hives are commonly used due to their durability. These hives are compartmentalized, allowing bees to utilize different chambers for various purposes. This design […]
    Duration: 04:13:00
    Forced Circulation Solar Dryer | Solar Dryer System for Fruits and Vegetables
    Comprising a solar air heater and an electric blower, this solar dryer operates in two stages. The greenhouse, constructed with a 200-micron UV-stabilized transparent plastic sheet, naturally heats the air within. The solar air heater then further elevates the temperature, and the blower directs the heated air into the drying chamber, circulating it back to […]
    Duration: 03:17:00
    Sugar beet cultivation
    Sugar beets are processed into sugar and these provide a natural and sustainable alternative sugar source to sugarcane. Sugar beat cultivation begins with land preparation which begins by clearing the land of weeds, rocks and debris. The soil is then ploughed, levelled and enriched with organic matter and fertilizer to create optimal growing conditions of […]
    Duration: 04:03:00
    Okra farming
    Okra is a warm season crop that thrives in tropical and sub tropical environments. Okra is rich in nutrients like potassium, vitamin C and fiber. To grow okra, choose a sunny location with well draining soils. The soils should have a pH of between 6.0 to 7.0 which is acidic to neutral. Cultivation practices Clear […]
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    POLY POND Construction / Poly pond for Fish Farming or Rainwater Harvesting
    These poly ponds serve as a boon to farmers, especially during dry periods. The stored water in the poly pond allows for agricultural activities without reliance on monsoon rain. Additionally, poly ponds contribute to rainwater harvesting and find application in the aquaculture industry to prevent saline water from infiltrating nearby fields. Poly pond for Fish […]
    Duration: 03:20:00
    All you Need to know about Mexican Turnip /Jicama/ Yam Bean Farming
    Jicama is a versatile and nutritious vegetable popular in various cuisines worldwide, particularly in Latin America and Southeast Asia. Thriving in tropical and subtropical climates with temperatures ranging between 77 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit, jicama is sensitive to cold temperatures and requires protection to prevent damage. It prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils with a […]
    Duration: 04:11:00
    Soursop Fruit Farming | Natural medicines for Cancer
    Research indicates that soursop contains compounds capable of targeting and eliminating cancer cells while sparing healthy cells. Additionally, soursop may contribute to reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system, and offering a rich source of antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. Thriving in tropical climates with temperatures between 23 and 32 degrees […]
    Duration: 06:24:00
    Neem tree farming
    Neem tree is a fast growing tropical tree and a good option for people planting trees as a means of protecting the environment. The tree grows very fast and can reach up to between 6 to 10 feet in a year, provides high quality timber that is termite resistant, and is eco-friendly since its a […]
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