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Time of India
03-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CIMAP helps create ‘mint conditions' on Indo-Pak border
Next time someone asks you about the conditions on the India-Pakistan border, you can safely say 'mint'. In a first, CSIR's Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CIMAP) has developed a menthol mint cluster along the Zero Line Indo-Pak border in Punjab's Ferozepur. A team of CIMAP scientists successfully grew CIM Unnati, a high-yielding menthol mint variety developed by the institute, on 500 acres of land dotted with bunkers in the area. But why the border area? Well, something else must grow there alongside the tensions. To improve the financial condition of farmers living in the border areas, as its extension activity, the scientific institute helped around 60 farmers in the area to reap rich benefits by cultivating CIMAP's menthol variety. 'Farmers are yielding 70 to 80 kg from CIM Unnati, which led to an additional income of Rs 60,000 to Rs 65,000 in 120 days,' said CIMAP's senior principal scientist Sanjay Kumar. 'CIMAP's menthol variety has helped farmers by increasing the menthol yield, leading to higher income and self-reliance. We also offered solutions for challenging soil conditions in the region, promoted sustainable practices, and provided farmers with valuable training and resources,' said institute's director Prabodh Trivedi. Kumar said CIM Unnati is designed to produce more essential oil than existing commercial varieties. It consistently demonstrated higher essential oil yield in field trials. The variety matures in 100-110 days and has a menthol content of around 74.3%, meeting industry standards. CIMAP now plans to establish a vetiver cultivation cluster along the banks of the Sutlej River near the Zero Line. Scientists visited the site and planned activities. The cultivation will help control soil erosion and prevent land degradation. Local farmers will benefit from additional income through essential oil production. This initiative aims to promote sustainable agriculture practices in border areas. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Latest in agri tech to be on show at CIMAP
Lucknow: CSIR's Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CIMAP) will host a one-day technology demonstration event showcasing the latest advancements in sustainable agricultural mechanisation. The event will feature live demonstrations of the newly developed e-tractor and e-tiller by CSIR's Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute, Durgapur, on Thursday. These machines are initiatives by CSIR to promote eco-friendly and efficient farming practices. "The demonstration will take place at the CSIR-CIMAP campus. State minister (independent charge), department of horticulture, agriculture marketing, agriculture foreign trade and agriculture export, Dinesh Pratap Singh will be present on the occasion," said CIMAP spokesperson Manoj Semwal. He said the event will also provide a platform for scientists, agricultural universities, innovators, farmers and stakeholders from across UP to witness the capabilities of these electric-powered farm equipment. "The e-tractor and e-tiller, developed under the aegis of CSIR, represent a significant step towards green technology in agriculture. These machines are designed to reduce carbon emissions, lower operational costs and enhance productivity for Indian farmers. The technology demonstration aims to create awareness about the benefits of electric farm machinery and encourage its adoption for sustainable agriculture," said Semwal. He said these machines are designed for zero emissions, low vibrations and ease of use, especially for women farmers. With women-friendly ergonomics and reduced operational costs, the machines align with India's push for green tech and self-reliance in agriculture.
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Lko's Prehistoric Life Park gets light-&-sound show, renovated models; reopening today
Regional Science City's (RSC's) Prehistoric Life Park will don an all-new avatar when it reopens on the International Museum Day on Sunday. The park has remained shut for renovations since January. One of the major attractions will be a sound-and-light show on the 'origin of life, prehistoric life, and the evolution of human beings'. RSC's project coordinator Swaroop Mandal said the park was built about 20 years ago. 'Models were damaged with time. This is the first interactive project in Regional Science City. Other parts of the Science City will also be renovated soon,' said Mandal. When visitors reach Prehistoric Life Park, a thematic decoration and a wall painting of dinosaurs on the entry gate will invite them. Inside, animatronic models of dragonfly, Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex), Smilodon, Stegosaurus and Ankylosaurus will be waiting for them. 'The light-and-sound show will take place between 6 and 8 pm. Two shows—each 20-25 minutes long—will be held daily. Also, each segment of the park will be highlighted with attractive lights providing details about the exhibits to the visitors,' said Mandal. The park will be inaugurated by minister of state (Independent) of higher education Sandeep Singh in the presence of Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants director Prabodh Kumar Trivedi, Geological Survey of India deputy director general VP Gaur and National Science Centre director Vijay Shankar Sharma.
