Hitul Awasthi

The author hails from Himachal Pradesh and has keen interest in Hill agriculture. Holds B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture from CSK Himachal Pradesh Agricultural University, Palampur and M.Sc. (Ag) Entomology with minor in Nematology and Plant Pathology from Dr. Y.S. Parmar UHF, Solan. His top skills include: web content writing, digital marketing, sales, organizational communication, research methodologies, survey management and agriculture extension.

Monsoon2020: COVID-19 Pandemic and Monsoon Season

Due to Covid-19 pandemic the supply chain of agricultural produce has been disrupted. Labour shortage and restricted movements are adding to the problems of the…

Monsoon2020: Know About Multi-Functional Crop: Sorghum (Jowar)

Sorghum is popularly known as jowar, and is one of the most important food and fodder crop of dryland agriculture. Jowar is mainly concentrated in…

#Monsoon2020: Weed Nuisance in Rice Fields and Integrated Weed Management

Introduction In the rice agro-ecosystems, weeds are a major constrain to production as they compete for resources and impact product quality. As, monsoon 2020 is…

Himachal Pradesh launches Panchvati Yojana, Opens Employment under MNREGA to Boost Rural Development

Government of Himachal Pradesh launched ‘Panchvati Yojna’ for senior citizens of rural areas of the State under which parks and gardens would be developed in…

Two New Technologies to Boost Rice Production and Conserve Natural Resources

Paddy (Oryza Sativa) is associated with wet, humid climate. It is best suited to regions which have high humidity, prolonged sunshine and an assured supply…

#Monsoon2020: Crop Protection Advisories for Apple Trees

In Himachal Pradesh, the livelihood of majority of people depend on agricultural activities. Apple industry of the state constitutes of around INR 4,000 crore. Recently…

#Monsoon2020: Rice Cultivation Advisory and Locusts Prevention

As the Locust attacks are observed in India, thus the farmer should remain alert and as a preventive measure may use –…

Job opening at Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Development Project (HPHDP)

The present job opening is under the World Bank assisted HP- Horticulture Development Project (HP-HDP) being implemented by the HP- Horticulture Development Society, Shimla.…

State Agriculture Universities in Himachal Pradesh Extends Admission Dates for Academic Session 2020-21

In view of the hardships faced by the parents and candidates due to COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, the competent authorities of both the SAUs, i.e.,…

Walk-in-Interview for Engagement of 175 Technical Officer(s) for Locust Control Operations under DPPQ&S

Walk-in-interview will be held for engagement of 175 Technical Officer(s) purely on contract basis (from date of joining to March, 2021) in various locust field…