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India has a diverse range of soil types, each supporting different types of vegetation and agricultural practices. Here are some of the major soil types found in India: 1. **Alluvial Soil**: - **Location**: Predominantly found in the Indo-Gangetic plains, covering parts of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Assam. - **Characteristics**: Fertile, rich in potash and lime, poor in phosphorous, varies from sandy to clayey. 2. **Black Soil** (Regur Soil): - **Location**: Found in the Deccan plateau regions, covering parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. - **Characteristics**: Clayey, retains moisture well, rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, and lime but poor in nitrogen and phosphorous. 3. **Red Soil**: - **Location**: Found in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and northeastern states. - **Characteristics**: Reddish due to iron oxide, generally poor in nitrogen, phosphorous, and humus but can be fertile with proper fertilization. 4. **Laterite Soil**: - **Location**: Found in parts of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and hilly areas of Odisha and Assam. - **Characteristics**: Rich in iron and aluminum, poor in organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate, and calcium. 5. **Arid and Desert Soil** - **Location**: Found in Rajasthan, parts of Gujarat, and adjoining areas of Punjab and Haryana. - **Characteristics**: Sandy, low in organic matter and moisture content, saline in nature. 6. **Mountain Soil**: - **Location**: Found in the Himalayan region and other mountainous areas. - **Characteristics**: Varies from sandy loam to clay, rich in organic matter in forested areas, generally acidic. 7. **Peaty and Marshy Soil**: - **Location**: Found in areas with heavy rainfall and high humidity, such as parts of Kerala, coastal West Bengal, and Odisha. - **Characteristics**: High in organic matter and moisture, dark in color, usually acidic. 8. **Forest Soil**: - **Location**: Found in forest-covered areas of the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and northeastern India. - **Characteristics**: Rich in organic matter, varies in composition and fertility depending on the forest type. Each type of soil has its own unique properties that make it suitable for different crops and vegetation, contributing to the agricultural diversity of India. #soil #typesofsoil #india #soils

Encouraging Growth in India's Oil Palm Cultivation India's recent strides in oil palm cultivation are promising, with substantial efforts to expand further. Currently, about 4.5 lakh hectares are under oil palm cultivation, producing nearly 4 lakh tonnes of crude palm oil in FY 23-24. With the potential to bring another 4-5 lakh hectares under cultivation in the next 7-10 years, India is on the path to achieving self-sufficiency in edible oil production. Continued innovation, research, and government support are crucial to sustaining this momentum. Read more: https://ow.ly/tTk450S6rWq #PalmOil #Agriculture #India #Sustainability #OilPalmCultivation #EdibleOil #FoodSecurity

Just Transition in Petrochemicals: Dahej near Bharuch is Asia’s richest industrial zone. It is also one of the several villages in the area where local lives have changed for the worse due to industrial expansion. https://lnkd.in/gpaUX49S

Activated Bleaching Earth Plants in Rajshahi Company Overview:  Excellent En-Fab Incorporation, headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, specializes in the manufacturing of industrial plants and equipment. Since 2010, they have been Manufacturer, Supplier, and Exporter of Activated Bleaching Earth Plants in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. We offering a diverse range of products including AAC Block Plant, Flash Dryer, Dry Mix Mortar Plant, Storage Equipments, Autoclave, Rotary Dryer/Kiln, Wall Putty Plant, Spray Dryer, Agro Waste Pyrolysis Plant, Hot Air Generators, Spin Flash Dryer, and more. Spanning over 10 acres, their facility is equipped with advanced technology for high-quality production. Operational Process: Material Preparation: Clay-based materials are dried and contaminants removed. Activation: Heat-treated in a furnace to enhance adsorption capacity. Mixing: Activated clay blended with oil/fat to facilitate impurity adsorption. Contacting Phase: Vigorous mixing ensures optimal contact between activated clay and oil/fat. Filtration: Separation of activated clay from purified oil/fat using filtration methods. Drying: Activated clay dried to eliminate residual moisture for reuse. Reactivation (Optional): Spent clay subjected to high temperatures for adsorption capacity restoration. Packaging: Purified oil/fat packaged for distribution or further processing. Advantages of Activated Bleaching Earth: Low Oil Residual: Activated bleaching earth decreases residual oil content, ensuring higher purity in processed substances. Fast Filtration Rate: It demonstrates rapid filtration, swiftly separating impurities from oils and fats. Reduction of Free Fatty Acids: Activated bleaching earth helps reduce free fatty acids, enhancing product quality and stability. Impurity Removal: It effectively eliminates impurities from substances, enhancing overall quality. Application: Edible oils Mineral oils Animal fats Geographical Coverage: The Activated Bleaching Earth Plants in Rajshahi, Bangladesh serve multiple locations including Bhairab, Bogra, Brahmanbaria, Chandpur, Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, Khulna, Rajshahi, Chowmuhani, Chudanga, Comilla Sadar Dakshin, Faridpur, Feni, Jessore, Jhenaidah, Kadam Rasul, Kaliakair, Kushitia, Naogaon, Narsingdi, Pabna, Saidpur, Satkhira, Savar, Tangail, Tarabo, Tongi, Rajshahi, Chattogram, Dhaka, Rangpur, Mymensingh, and Sylhet. For detailed information and inquiries, customers are encouraged to contact Excellent En-Fab Incorporation. https://lnkd.in/dB2sfYiE

Area under cotton has decreased by 80,000 hectares compared to the previous year, still Punjab has recorded significant gains in yield per hectare.Production is up from 46,740 tonnes to 59,500 tonnes. Punjab’s cotton cultivation area this year stood at approximately 1.69 lakh hectares, marking an all-time low in over six decades. Despite this, the yield per hectare in Punjab reached around 491.89 kilograms, equivalent to approximately 4.92 quintals per hectare.

Water-soluble fertilizers are types of fertilizers that dissolve easily in water. They are known for their rapid action, being quickly absorbed by plants compared to other fertilizers. These fertilizers are available in various formulations and can be customized to meet specific plant nutrient requirements. They are widely utilized in agriculture and horticulture, particularly in situations where rapid plant growth is targeted. India Water Soluble Fertilizers Market has valued at USD 425.36 Million in 2024 and is anticipated to project impressive growth in the forecast period with a CAGR of 7.45% through 2030. For More Information Visit: https://lnkd.in/gUE68CYE Key Market Drivers Increasing Adoption of Precision Farming Practices Growing Awareness of Sustainable Agriculture Rising Need for Improved Crop Efficiency Expanding Horticulture and Floriculture Sectors 🔑 Key Market Players are Coromandel International Ltd. DCM Shriram Ltd. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Ltd. (IFFCO) Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. Captain Polyplast Ltd. Haifa Negev technologies Ltd. Yara Fertilisers India Private Limited Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GSFC) Hindchem corporation Download Free Sample Report: https://lnkd.in/gXEKxcZQ

India’s Green revolution in maize : Maize is used as feed crop for poultry(60%) and livestock(15-20%) , human consumption (20%) , biofuels (ethanol production)and industries such as textiles, paper and pharmaceuticals . Maize production in India: — since, 1999-2000 production of maize has tripled from 11.5million tonnes to 35 million tonnes. —- yield per hectare double from 1.8 to 3.3 tonnes on average  —- India is the 5th largest producer of maize and it 3rd largest cereal crop after rice and wheat accounting 10% of total food grains production in the country. —- major state’s production: Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar telangana, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Jammu and Kashmir. —- growing season: Kharif crop (85%) and rest through out the year. Cause of maize green revolution: —- Cross pollinating hybrid seeds of maize unlike self pollinating wheat and rice, commercially viable, 80% produce by private sector. —- ICAR bred first waxy maize hybrid with high amylopectin starch content(soft), making better for ethanol production . —- hybrid yields 7.3 to per hectare  —- maize double haploid (DH) facility in kunigal in Karnataka producing varieties with higher yield, tolerance to heat, drought, nutrient, pest attack, etc —- private companies developing and promoting high yield maize  —- government initiatives such as NFSM, RKVY is also improving maize varieties.