International Journal of Agrochemistry
Volume 2, Issue 2 (2016)
Published
Table of contents
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Hydrogels Based on Guar Gum: A Review
Abstract: Polysaccharide-based hydrogels are potential materials for wide range of medical applications i.e., tissue engineering, controlled drug delivery and local therapy etc. An interesting fact related to hydrogels is their ability to be injected without any modification in their chemical, mechanical and/or biological properties, due to their thixotropic behavior. It is also feasible to alter the rheological and chemical-physical properties of polysaccharide hydrogels by modifying the cross-linking agents and exploiting their …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Some Major Takeaways: International Year of Soils: 2015
Abstract: On December 5, 2015, hundreds of events and initiatives took place across the world to celebrate soils. This World Soil Day is special for more than a singular reason. The 68th UN General Assembly declared 2015 the International Year of Soils (IYS). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has been nominated to implement the IYS 2015, under the agenda of the Global Soil Partnership, together with …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Post-Independence Agricultural development in India
Abstract: India is a developing country and a land of agriculture. Here, agricultural is the main source of occupation for the growing population as well as the total income of the country. The agricultural sector has undergone through and has witnessed several developmental changes since independence. This includes a growth rate of 1 % before independence to nearly 4 % as of today. Here, is a brief scenario of the progress …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–21 Read article
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Agriculture and Industry- Both Vital for a Nation to Grow
Abstract: There is always a debate as to which one is more important for the survival of a nation. Is it the agricultural sector or the industrial sector. In India, which is a developing country, nearly two-third of the population is engaged in agriculture. Though, agriculture plays vital role in providing occupation to majority of Indian population, enhancing gross income of the nation and growth in terms of economy; industries are …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 22–23 Read article
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Indian Agricultural Crops and their cultivation
Abstract: The agricultural crops in India undergo different challenges. These include uncertainty due to climatic changes, seasonal changes, soil texture and quality, natural calamities and rainfall. Here, we summarize the various seasons in India suitable for cultivation of major crops. Keywords: agricultural crops, Kharif season, Rabi crops
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 24–25 Read article