Fruit
How genome sequencing could open several prospects for pomegranate farmers
The sequencing, the result of six years of hard work, has unlocked several mysteries about pomegranates which are sometimes called 'wonder-fruits' due to their immense nutritional value
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A dozen bananas likely to cost Rs 100 in Delhi, thanks to rains and exports
Traders have attributed this spike to higher exports, rising transportation and storage costs, and a widening gap between demand and supply
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Prices of veggies, fruits rise in Delhi due to higher fuel rates: Traders
Prices of vegetables and fruits in the city's wholesale and retail markets have risen further this week as surging fuel prices continued to push transportation costs, traders said on Wednesday.
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Govt extends 50% subsidy on fruits, vegetables handled through Kisan Rail
In order to operate the scheme, the MoFPI will initially provide Rs 10 crore, which will be deposited with South Central Railway
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Invest in your health by setting up your very own organic kitchen garden
Growing fruits and veggies on your terrace or other available space is neither expensive nor difficult. And since the produce is chemical-free, there are huge health benefits
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Fruit export doubles in April-August
Trade sources estimate a little over 40 per cent contribution of banana in the overall shipment of fresh fruit in these five months
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Warud-based agri company to export oranges
The containers will carry 350 tonne oranges and will be dispatched to the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and Singapore.
