Central Agricultural University

About: Central Agricultural University is a education organization based out in Imphal, Manipur, India. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Agriculture. The organization has 1116 authors who have published 1157 publications receiving 9217 citations.

A study on extent of adoption of recommended Chilli (Capsicum annum L.) production technology among the farmers of Patharia in Madhya Pradesh

Abstract: Soil infiltration refers to the soil’s ability to allow water movement into and through the soil profile. It allows the soil to temporarily store water (soil moisture content), making it available for uptake by plants and soil organisms. The infiltration rate can be restricted by poor management. Under these conditions, the water does not readily enter the soil and it moves down slope as runoff or ponds on the surface, where it evaporates. Thus, less water is stored in the soil for plant growth, and plant production decreases, resulting in less organic matter in the soil and weakened soil structure and soil texture that can further decrease the infiltration rate. Runoff can cause soil erosion and the formation of gullies. It also carries nutrients and organic matter, which, together with sediment, reduce water quality in streams, rivers, and lakes. Excessive runoff can cause flooding, erode stream banks, and damage roads. Runoff from adjacent slopes can saturate soils in low areas or can create ponded areas, thus killing upland plants. The soil and vegetation properties that currently limit infiltration and the potential for increasing the infiltration rate must be considered in any management plan. This paper investigates the influence of water in the soil and its influencing factors to be studied.

Combating water scarcity through roof water harvesting: planning and design with stakeholders' perception in Sikkim (India)

Abstract: Sikkim is one of the constituent states of India endowed with huge water resources. However, due to steep terrain and non availability of ground water aquifer, water conservation is a challenge. The water received as rainfall drains away through the steep terrain in the deep valleys thereby creating a water stress after withdrawal of the monsoon. To overcome such situation a study was undertaken to design a suitable rain water harvesting system for the state. To design a suitable water harvesting system we estimated the water demand of the end users, assessed the water availability during non rainy period and designed the volume of storage structure. The study revealed that more than 80% of the respondent experienced water stress during the period December to March. The average daily water demand of individual household was observed to be around 400 litres. The rainfall pattern indicated that 90% of the rainfall is concentrated during 6 rainy months. In average 24 consecutive dry days were observed in the state. The volume of storage structure based on water availability and demand obtained was 5 m 3 per household. It is felt that the volume can take care the domestic water demand.

Cytokines in brucellosis: biological rhythm at the interface of innate and adaptive immunity

Abstract: Cytokines play an important role in immunological responses and protection against Brucella spp. infection. This article gives an overview of the role of various cytokines involved in the outcome o...

Reforming India’s Pluralistic Extension System: Some Policy Issues

Abstract: The agricultural sector in India has been successful in keeping pace with the rising food demand of a growing population. Rapid agricultural growth continues to be the key to poverty alleviation and overall economic development. The changing economic scenario in India and the need for appropriate agricultural technologies and agro-management practices to respond to food and nutritional security, poverty alleviation, diversifying market demands, export opportunities and environmental concerns is posing new challenges to technology dissemination systems. Public extension by itself can no longer respond to the multifarious demands of farming systems. There is need to reevaluate the capacity of agricultural extension to effectively address the contemporary and future needs of the farming community. Public funding for sustaining the vast extension infrastructure is also under considerable strain. Meanwhile in response to market demand, the existing public extension network is inexorably being complemented, supplemented and even replaced by private extension. As the nature and scope of agricultural extension undergoes fundamental changes, India looks for a whole new policy mix that nurtures the pluralistic extension system in India. The current study tries to analyse in-depth the various issues of pluralistic extension system in India and the policy reforms carried out to address them.