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COMPOST/ Natural Organic Fertilizer

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 The process of decomposition of organic matters is known as composting. How to make compost at home. In this process organic matters (remaining of different crops, farm yard manure, waste of poultry an its products and leaves and twigs also involve in organic matter) first treated with the help of bacteria and different earth worms and then is used in the soil. With the addition of compost in the soil increases soil fertility and helps to make a better soil structure. Compost pH is 7 and it contains silver releasing nitrogen, phosphorous, micronutrients and potash in it. Compost increases efficiency of nutrients uptake or nutrients supply to a plant due to which we can avoid the use of inorganic fertilizers. Naturally process of preparation of composting is a time taking process. But this process can be boost up with involvement of a person. You should take care of use of a prepared compost otherwise such compost which is partially processed or incomplete processing of a compost c...

Different Branches Of Agriculture

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Agricultural Science  As we all know about agriculture is a branch of applied science in which we discuss about food, fiber, crop production, livestock rearing, fisheries and forestry etc., to gain the economic benefits. Branches Of Agriculture Agricultural tree have different branches. Science of agriculture comprises on different branches which are gonna be discuss below; 1-Agronomy 2-Horticulture 3-Plant Breeding and Genetics 4-Biotechnology  5-Soil and Environmental Sciences 6-Seed Science 7-Food Science and Technology 8-Forestry 9-Entomology 10-Agricultural Economics 11-Bachelor of Business and Administration in Agriculture (BBA-Agriculture) 12-Agricultural Engineering 13-Plant Pathology 14-Agricultural Chemistry 15-Fisheries Studies 16-Agricultural-Industrial Engineering 17-Poultry Sciences 18-Farm Management 19-Education of Extension 20-Agricultural Marketing Science 21-Field Crop Experimentation 22-Kitchen Gardening 23-Studies of Livestock or Animal Sciences. 24-Home S...

Phytoremediation of inorganic pollutants

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Contaminated soil treatment           Inorganic pollutants detoxification is carried out by the following procedures mention below;  § Phyto -remediation (plants used) § Bio-remediation(microbes used) Sources of heavy metals in environment           There are different sources of heavy metals like atmospheric deposition, mining activities and the role of different industries. Sources of heavy metals in environment Inorganic Pollutants Following are the different inorganic pollutants mentioned below;     Arsenic          Chromium          Uranium          Mercury          Selenium          Cadmium          Copper          Lead  Phytoremediation Use of green plants for removal of inorganic pollutants from contamin...

Is Sun causing Global Warming?

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Is Sun causing Global Warming? No. The Sun can impact the Earth's atmosphere, yet it isn't in charge of the warming pattern we've seen in the course of recent decades. The Sun is a supplier of life; it helps keep the planet sufficiently warm for us to endure. We know unobtrusive changes in the Earth's circle around the Sun are in charge of the comings and goings of the ice ages. Be that as it may, the warming we've seen throughout the most recent couple of decades is too quick to ever be connected to changes in Earth's circle, and too vast to even think about being brought about by sun powered movement. The character of the Earth's climate system is shaped by the general circulation of the atmosphere and oceans, the winds and currents that move heat and moisture around the planet. The main source of the energy that drives these circulations is the Sun. Change in the amount of energy emitted by the Sun is a prime candidate as a cause of climate varia...

Wildlife Species

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Important Wildlife Species of Pakistan The species which are not present or became extinct in our country or those which are likely to be endangered in the wild and the most important is that the species which are most rare species considered as most important species of a country. Following list have been taken from the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List. It includes all mammals which occur in Pakistan and are very rare. 45 species are internationally threatened animals occurring in Pakistan. Out of these 4 are critically endangered, 12 are endangered and 29 vulnerable. Out of these 45 species, 18 are mammals, 17 birds 9 reptiles and one fish. Most of these are found in Northern areas. Following important wildlife species of Pakistan is given below; Asian White-backed Vulture The species was there in a huge number, in Pakistan and other southern parts of Asia but until the nineties. White-ramped Vulture population has suffered decline swif...

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (3R strategies)

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Learn how reducing, reusing, and recycling can help you, your community, and the environment by saving money, energy, and natural resources. Recycling programs are managed at the state and local level—find information on recycling in your community. 3R strategies are methods or approaches that aim to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste materials and resources in order to protect the environment and promote sustainability. There are different types of 3R strategies, depending on the context and the purpose. Some examples are: 3R strategies for waste management: These are strategies that help to minimize the amount of waste generated, reuse the waste materials for other purposes, and recycle the waste materials into new products. These strategies can help to conserve natural resources, save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and prevent pollution.  3R strategies for conservation: These are strategies that help to preserve the natural environment and i...

Kitchen garden

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K itch en garden A   garden or area   in   which   vegetables,   fruits,   and   herbs   are   grown for domestic use or   household   consumption. Such separate place or area is called Kitchen Garden.             Kitchen Gardening For successful cultivation of vegetables at domestic level. kitchen gardening is a source of herbs, vegetables and fruits         Principles Following are the principles of Kitchen gardening;    1.Provision of sunlight    2.Selection of suitable site    3.Soil type    4.Easy irrigation approach    5.Suitable environment (temp, air etc.)    6.Easy approach to kitchen garden                                Planning For good production, following measurements are required Required...