Neem-coated growth

The Union government's decision to produce neem-coated urea will not only improve soil health and agriculture, but also halt its illegal …

Holy manure

Temple offerings in Mumbai make for good compost

Economic Survey 2019-20: Agriculture growth stagnant in last 6 years

Document emphasises sustainable agricultural practices to support farmers and avert water crisis

Burundi's sustainability lies in embracing integration in agriculture

Farmer Field Schools help communities manage land better and improve food production

Smart farming

How to improve yield in organic farming

Reaping organic

Karnataka was the first state to adopt a policy on organic farming in 2004. Since then, several initiatives have helped farmers fight drought, …

Mothballing nitrogen

Some now ways of using fortilisers which will prevent nitrogen seepage into the water table

Of algae, worms and cash flow

Continuing the series on organic farming, Down To Earth's reporter found that both the scientific community and farmers are showing interest in …

Waste not, want not

Waste generated in Guwahati will now be used to produce bio-fertiliser and electricity

Flushing down its traditions

A good society knows how to clean its rubbish. But instead of setting an example for the world through its traditional handling of human excreta,…

Fertiliser’s true climate impact

Empirical estimates of nitrous oxide levels in environment made

Better than the best

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Organic farming: Reaping mixed benefits

Contradictory state of affairs in two Uttaranchal villages highlights both potential and obstacles of organic farming. The paradox has cropped up …

Organic cure

An organic liquid fertiliser promises to end farmer's woes

Win some, lose some

Experts debate the phasing out of methyl bromide, a chemical with potent ozone-depleting qualities

Not a waste until wasted

Punjab farmers burn straw after harvest. It is time to exploit the potential of this agro-waste

The meat you eat

A behind-the-scene look at how slaughterhouses in India dispose hazardous bio-waste by endangering the environment

Same indifference

Shit, it's profitable

Bengaluru farmers have revived the practice of using human excreta as manure. This has created an informal economy that is benefiting many

Science and Technology - Briefs

Not a cakewalk

Bottlenecks and hassles confront the Indian organic producers

India Organics Inc

The Indian farmer is 'naturally' organic. But without support and premium for 'green' crops, there is no alternative but to take the chemical route

Untapped Potential

Lack of lagislation and certification undermines the potential of organic farming in India

Crisis brewing

Collapse of the former Soviet market and an indifferent attitude to quality clips Nilgiris tea industry