The Impact of Weather Variability on Wheat Crop

In the last two years, the wheat crop has faced the wrath of unpredictable weather conditions. Wheat sowing has commenced across most states, with efforts underway to complete the sowing in states where it has lagged. India holds the top position in wheat production globally, and the country exports wheat to several nations. However, concerns have arisen due to the impact of weather fluctuations on wheat production in recent years.

Revolutionary Breakthrough in Apple Cultivation

In a significant breakthrough, scientists at the Dr. Y. S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, Himachal Pradesh, have successfully identified a native variety of apple with remarkable traits. This indigenous apple variant not only promises an early harvest, two months ahead of conventional varieties but also boasts a striking deep red color. What sets this variety apart is its ability to develop its vibrant color without the need for prolonged exposure to sunlight, making it well-suited for regions with limited sunlight.

Scientific Advancements:

This pioneering research, spearheaded by Dr. Dinesh Thakur, Director of the Regional Horticultural Research and Training Center in Mashobra, under the aegis of UHF, has been ongoing for the past four years. The research focuses on the Kalika mutation in the Delicious variety, selected for its stable early coloring trait. The newly developed strain, named "Vansh Delicious," is a result of the meticulous selection of stable early coloring strains from the parent Vansh Delicious and the regular Delicious variety.