This article discusses tips on how to grow rhubarb on farms. Rhubarb is a temperate vegetable crop mostly grown for its thick leaf stalks or petioles. In scientific terms, it is called Rheum rhaponticum and belongs to the family Polygonaceae. Rhubarb is mainly used in the preparation of sauces, salads, pies, etc. How to Grow […]
What is soil organic matter | Its functions and Tips to Increase
Soil organic matter comprises the decomposing plant and animal residues. This organic material contains microbial synthesized compounds and other derivatives produced from the microbial activity. An excellent organic matter is one that is completely decomposed. This decomposed material is also called humus. Organic matter improves the soil’s physical structure and increases soil water movement and […]
What is terrace farming? Its Importance for Environment
Terrace Farming is common agriculture practice followed in mountain regions by creating terraces. Terraces are horizontal human-made spaces created for cultivation of crops on the slopes of hills and mountains. They are constructed to provide a wide range of surface area for cultivation on hill slopes and to support farming for long term. Terracing helps […]
How to Grow Eucalyptus | Steps to for Large Scale Production
Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree that is native to Australia. It is gaining importance day by day. It belongs to the family Myrtaceae. It grows up to a height of 25 to 50 meters with around 2-meter diameter. However, there will be differences in the heights of the plant depending upon the species. The essential […]
Garlic farm |Tips for Culivation and Harvest
Garlic is an important bulbs crop used worldwide. It belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae and scientifically called as Allium sativum. Garlic finds its use in food and also medicine. It can also be used as a source of biological source of pesticide. Recent studies find it to be rich in antioxidants. Therefore garlic is an […]