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How to Dry Vegetable Seeds? | Agriculture

Drying is a normal part of the seed maturation process. The amount of moisture in the seed is probably the most important factor influencing the longevity and germination capacity of the seed. Seeds of fleshy fruits such as tomato, cucumber and melons, have much higher moisture content at harvest and may absorb more water during their wet extraction process. On [...]

By |2018-05-16T05:52:52+05:30May 16, 2018|Seed Industry|Comments Off on How to Dry Vegetable Seeds? | Agriculture

Problems Faced by the Seed Industry | India | Agriculture

In this article we will discuss about the four major problems faced by the seed industry in India. The problems are: 1. Distribution Problems 2. Lack of Effective Monitoring Mechanism 3. Lack of Infrastructure 4. Poor Extension Services. Problem # 1. Distribution Problems: i. Short Shelf Life of the Seeds: Normally, certified seeds are valid for one season only and [...]

By |2018-03-07T12:34:40+05:30March 7, 2018|Seed Industry|Comments Off on Problems Faced by the Seed Industry | India | Agriculture
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