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Bio Fortified Carrots developed by farmer scientist
A farmer scientist of Junagadh district, Gujarat Shri Vallabhai Vastambhai Marvaniya developed biofortified carrots. The carrots are locally called “Madhuban Gajar”. It is rich in β-carotene and iron. Highlights The biofortified carrot variety is benefiting more than 150 local farmers. The yield of the variety is 40 to 50 tonnes per hectare. The variety has ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Topics: Agriculture • Biofortification • Department of Science and Technology (DST) • Food fortification • National Innovation Foundation • Padma Shri • Padma Shri Awards • Vegetables
Padma Awards 2019
The government of India has announced the Padma Awards 2019. The 112 prominent personalities honoured with the Padma Awards include comprises 4 Padma Vibhushan, 14 Padma Bhushan and 94 Padma Shri Awards. Padma Awards Padma Awards are given in various disciplines or fields of activities: social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, ..
Category: Awards, Persons & Places in News
Topics: Padma Awards • Padma Bhushan • Padma Shri Awards • Padma Vibhushan • President • Prime minister