Controlled Environment Agriculture – need of the hour for Bharat.

Posted on: July 27, 2024 at 11:16 am, in

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a technology-driven approach to farming that creates ideal growing conditions for crops through systems that include indoor agriculture and vertical farming. This method leverages engineering, plant science, and computer-managed greenhouse control technologies to protect crops from outdoor elements and maintain optimal conditions throughout their development. Shunya’s hydroponically grown green fodder […]

Shunya’s Hydroponics: Addressing India’s Fodder Shortage

Posted on: July 27, 2024 at 4:59 am, in

The quality and availability of fodder in India pose significant challenges. Without substantial growth in fodder production, India may have to depend heavily on global imports, which could lead to price surges due to its large consumption. Feed scarcity continues to limit livestock productivity. The land allocated for fodder crops, permanent pastures, grazing areas, and […]

Camel pop declining fast.

Posted on: July 24, 2024 at 6:41 am, in

The camel population in Rajasthan, known as the ship of the desert, has been steadily declining. Efforts to reverse this trend have proven ineffective. Experts emphasize the need to redefine the camel’s role and value to restore its prosperity. They highlight the potential of camel milk, suggesting its use in various applications such as medicinal […]

Shunya’s Hydroponics: A Solution to India’s Fodder Crisis

Posted on: July 26, 2024 at 7:05 am, in

Due to the unavailability of green fodder, especially during the summer months, Indian dairy farmers have resorted to feeding their animals a disproportionate amount of concentrate to sustain milk production. While this practice boosts milk yield, it leads to significant health issues in dairy cows, such as rumen acidosis and severe liver damage. The imbalance […]

Addressing the water woes.

Posted on: May 5, 2024 at 4:04 pm, in

As temperature sours across India, the annual focus on water scarcity, especially in the urban centers, makes headlines, however, little action gets taken. India’s dairy sector, integral to the nation’s agriculture and economy, too faces a significant challenge due to severe water scarcity. With the majority of India’s freshwater being consumed by agriculture, innovative approaches […]

Revolutionizing Buffalo Calves’ Diet with Hydroponic Maize Fodder: A Study’s Insight

Posted on: April 6, 2024 at 11:07 am, in

In a ground-breaking study, researchers have delved into the impacts of incorporating hydroponic maize fodder into the diets of buffalo calves, offering new avenues for improving livestock growth performance and overall health. Conducted on twelve buffalo calves over a 100-day period, the study meticulously compared the effects of different diet compositions on growth, nutrient digestibility, […]

Challenges of Small Farmers in UP & MP & role of Pub-Pvt Partnerships

Posted on: March 6, 2024 at 12:40 am, in
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Introduction and Background Agriculture is the main livelihood for 43 percent of India’s population and accounted for 18.8 percent of the country’s GDP in 2020–21. Of this, approximately 85 percent comprise small or marginal farmers with less than two hectares of land. In MP 70 percent and in UP 60 % of the population is […]

Benefits of Hydroponic Green Fodder

Posted on: February 27, 2024 at 1:23 am, in
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Hydroponic Green Fodder, cultivated through soilless hydroponic systems where seeds germinate and grow, offers numerous advantages over traditional soil-based methods. Through this series of blog posts, we will delve into and illuminate these advantages: follow this post for updates.