About FCI The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is a statutory corporation under the Department of Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. It was setup in 1965 under the Food Corporation’s Act 1964 to …
Agriculture is the backbone of human survival, providing food and nutrients that are vital in life. With increased health challenges from malnutrition to obesity being faced by the growing global population, agriculture is increasingly being recognized as a powerful driver …
Context In a globalised world, plant pathogens are causing multiple outbreaks, thereby hampering food security. Plant Pathogens Pathogens include fungi, bacteria, nematodes, and viruses, all biological organisms that can cause disease symptoms and significantly reduce the productivity, and even cause …