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Poultry in agriculture segment is one of the fastest growing sectors in India. While agricultural production has been rising at the rate around 2 per cent per annum over the past two decades, poultry production has been rising at the rate of around 8 per cent per annum, with an annual turnover of US$ 7 500 million. India - Third largest producer of eggs in the world next only to China and USA. Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Haryana and Tamil Nadu are major egg producing states in India. India ranks fifth in the world in respect of poultry meat production with the highest production recorded for USA. In India, Andhra Pradesh is leading state in broiler production; other major broiler producing states are Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Punjab, West Bengal and Karnataka. Poultry's contribution to food production and food security and its special role in alleviation of poverty and employment and empowerment of rural women is commendable. Rural poultry farming involved in raising of improved chicken varieties under free range, semi intensive and intensive condition. Our poultry farm is going to be standard commercial poultry farm hence will be involved in raising, processing and marketing chicken and eggs, poultry farm and egg production line of business because we want to leverage on the vas opportunities available in the poultry industry and make high profit. There are numerous potential pathways for sustainable development of poultry production. Poultry is living, sentient animals that can be well integrated in to many different types of urban and rural farming system, where they benefit from and contribute to such system and to the livelihood of households around the globe with special emphasis on women. Among the terrestrial animals poultry has the best conversion rate of feed to human food and the smallest environmental footprint in terms of energy and water use per kg meat or eggs produced. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Blue Economy has emerged as a major force behind the expansion of the world economy, defined by the sustainable and ethical use of ocean resources. This abstract examines how the insurance industry and the Blue Economy interact, highlighting the critical role insurance plays in reducing the hazards connected to marine activity. Innovative insurance solutions are essential when industries grow into ocean-based endeavors to protect against certain risks and uncertainties. This essay examines the dangers that are intrinsic to the blue economy, including piracy, environmental liabilities, natural disasters, and legislative changes. It examines the situation of insurance products designed specifically for the maritime industry, pointing out weaknesses and areas in need of development. The abstract also addresses the effect that climate change may have in increasing marine threats as well. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study was conducted at the research farm of Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Palem, Telangana State, India during rabi (October–January) seasons of 2012–13 and 2013–14 to exploit the high yielding castor genotypes with respect to scientific ericulture and to know the prospects for its rate of adoption. Amid the eight genotypes of castor, highest 10th day larval weight of 0.645 g, 0.651 g and 0.639 and highest mature larval weight of 6.012 g, 5.982 and 5.948 g was recorded in the eri silkworm reared on PCH-111, PCH-222 and GCH-4 respectively. Enhancement in shell weight (0.981 g) was obtained in the eri silkworm fed on PCH-111 followed by GCH-4 (0.778 g). Significantly highest ERR was recorded in the eri silkworm reared on PCH-111 (92.7%) genotype and PCH-222 (92.23%) with no significant difference among them. The mortality rate of the eri silkworms reared on different castor genotypes ranged between 3.3%–12.08%. Significantly the highest survival rate of 96.15% was recorded in the eri silkworms reared on Haritha genotype followed by PCH-222 (94.06%). The study revealed that nearly 61.25% of the eri rearers exhibited medium level of extent of adoption, followed by 21.25% with low level of extent of adoption, while about 17.50% of the rearers exhibited high adoption respectively with respect to scientific method of ericulture practices. The perusal of the data revealed that out of nine dependent variables, six variables viz, age, educational qualification, size of land holding, family annual income, risk bearing of the rearers and knowledge gained through training were positively and significantly related with the extent of adoption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Edible oil is an integral part of everyday cooking, due to remarkable gain in vegetable oil consumption in India over the past few decades. Accomplishing edible oil requirement of the ever-growing population is a formidable task before the country. On the contrary, annual compound growth rate of major edible oilseeds in India is declining. This phenomenal disparity in demand and supply of vegetable oil in the country is tending to bother through profuse investment on overseas purchase. At this point of time, in order to meet on-growing demand of edible oil, rice bran oil can be the available option before the country. India being the major producer of rice, yields significant amount of bran which contain upto 24% edible grade superior quality vegetable oil. It essentially contains 48.48% oleic acid, 35.26% linoleic acid, 14.54% palmitic acid, 8.15% free fatty acid besides contain good number of antioxidants such as tocopherols, tocotrienols and oryzanol. Therefore, rice bran oil became the integral part of oil market in India and abroad. Inspite of its benefits, it has not been fully exploited. If its potentiality is harnessed completely, rice bran oil could emerge as silver lining of Indian edible oil economy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• The growth of solar energy usage and solar power generated in India is exponential. • Theoretical and experimental research efforts in India on solar ponds are elaborated. • The possible scopes of applications of solar ponds in India are detailed. • Problems faced by the solar pond researchers are discussed. • Future of solar pond research in India is illustrated. Solar pond is generally a shallow artificial pool of water in which considerable temperature can be established within its lower layers by suppression of convective transport. Generally, for prevention of convection, some suitable salt solution is used. In this paper, various aspects of solar pond, in terms of both simulation and experimental research advances, practical applications, economic features, challenges faced and future prospects, particularly with respect to Indian context have been reviewed. In general, the importance and the position of India at global level in terms of solar energy harvesting potential have been discussed. Apart from conventional uses of solar ponds in process heating and salt production, their applications in water distillation and thermoelectric power generation are also highlighted. Besides, stability aspect and its importance are revisited from simulations and experimental observations. Important identified areas requiring future research and development to recognize more technically feasible solar pond-based systems include organic Rankine cycle for electrical power production, crop drying, building cooling and air-conditioning based on absorption systems, thermoelectric cooling, and integration of solar ponds with other renewable energy resources. The present literature is proposed to offer guidelines in policy making aimed at addressing various societal requirements in a sustainable and affordable manner by utilizing available natural resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Handicraft industry plays a significant and pivotal role in the country's economy. It employs a significant number of artisans in rural and semiurban areas and generates significant foreign exchange for the country, all while preserving the cultural heritage. In the Indian context, geographical indication (GI) has recently emerged as a substantial form of intellectual property rights. It is a powerful instrument for safeguarding and rewarding not only the commercial potential of exclusive products but also the traditional knowledge that accompanies them. GI has the potential to revitalize the handicraft sector, but if it is merely seen as intellectual property, the industry's interests are jeopardized. Handicraft products account for over 55% of all GI‐registered products in India, followed by agricultural products (31%). The predicament of the Artisans has deteriorated over time. One of several main reasons for the deterioration of Uttar Pradesh's handicraft industry is that artisans in the region still do not fully understand GI. The present study gives an overview of the current status of registered GIs in Uttar Pradesh. More importantly, this will also highlight the major challenges of GI implementation in the traditional handicraft sector in Uttar Pradesh. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

West Bengal Sericulture and rural areas are facing multiple socio-economic changes, including a transition from an agriculture-based to a service-based economy. This restructuring forces agricultural and rural sector-networks to reformulate their (self-) definitions. Farming is an important and key factor for the economy of developing countries. Since last several years, farmers once again welcomed many traditional farming systems to get crop yield for completion of food requirement. Although, traditional techniques are not much sufficient in new agriculture world because farming is getting new challenges from biotic and abiotic factors. New techniques and systems are getting popularity in present farming because of their important benefits which can solve all challenges on farming. Sericulture is a short gestation period labour intensive enterprise which can go a long way in promoting inclusive growth and alleviating poverty in rural areas. However, sericulture industry development in the state has been inactivated with a rapid change of its political and economic system and a large portion of sericulture farmers has consequently given up cocoon production activities thus to lose their job opportunities and income resources. The review paper indicates the current scenario, identifies the state’s existing potential and constraints and suggests future planning for the development of sericulture & silk industry in the state. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Globally, ornamental fish production is a multibillion-dollar industry. The study was carried out to examine the economics of aquariculture in the selected farms in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal during the culture period of 2017-2018. This was carried out through primary economic data from thirty farms, and then these raw data is thereby transformed to a unit of 5 Decimals, i.e. 202.3 mt2 towards comparison and analysis purpose. Study reveals that average gross revenue was Rs. 223404 and average net revenue Rs. 107826. In input-output analysis average net operating income calculated as Rs. 92335 and operating ratio was 44.92%. The study revealed that the aquariculture industry can make a major contributor in earning foreign exchange and at the same time play a crucial role to the employment generation and socio-economic upliftment of rural people. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The main purpose of this article is to present a review on medical tourism and identifying its interrelationships and existing risk on health and biosafety. This article focuses on identifying the extent of biosafety risk that encourages an individual to purchase cross-border health services and products. Also, it highlights the causes of growth of medical tourism in India along with the major challenges faced by patients and authorities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose This research investigates the prospects of Shari'ah mutual funds in India. India is among the fastest emerging destinations for investment. It has the second highest Muslim population in the world with 180 million representing some 14.4% of India's total population. Having a huge potential and strong regulatory infrastructure, India has the ability to become a hub for Shari'ah compliant funds. In this regard, the Securities Exchange Board of India has thus far approved two Shari'ah mutual funds in India. Methodology It adopts a qualitative methodology wherein primary data is sourced through interviews. In addition, purposive, and judgemental sampling methods are employed and the findings are analysed based on thematic analysis. It has been conducted by personal interviews and e-interviews. In total 9 interviews have been conducted of which 4 from mutual funds companies and 5 from Shari'ah finance experts are analysed in this research. Findings The findings highlight that Shari'ah mutual funds can play a big role in economic reform and development by including Muslims and other communities into the financial institutions of India. When accompanied with a framework for Shari'ah governance, such investments will enjoy enhanced transparency and accountability. Further, the findings show that training, education, and awareness programmes are crucial to increase the confidence in and demand for Shari'ah mutual funds. The nature of Shari'ah investments limiting to areas that are not socially and ethically destructive render it a morally upright and socially responsible investment channel suitable to all religions. Research Limitations This research does not cover all Islamic finance experts and mutual fund companies of India. Due to time and other constraints, the researcher managed to interview five Islamic finance experts. Similarly, the researcher approached ten mutual fund companies located in Hyderabad and succeeded in interviewing four mutual fund companies as most of the mutual fund companies did not respond. Practical Implications This study is new in the context of India and is relevant to regulators and mutual fund companies towards establishing more Shari'ah compliant mutual funds and to serve as a guide for the future direction of the Shari'ah mutual fund industry of India. Originality Value Most of prior research focuses on the conventional mutual funds. As per the researchers' knowledge, no study has been done on the prospects of Shari'ah mutual funds in India. This raises the high demand for various new funds to be launched according to Shari'ah guidelines. This research focuses on prospects of Shari'ah mutual funds in India. Thus, the findings of this research contribute to the existing literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Organic farm production and trade has emerged as an important sector in the world in general and India in particulars, and is seen as an important strategy of facilitating sustainable development. The organic management area in India is increased by about 26 folds in last seven years. The top organically managed commodities produced are cotton, cereals, rice, pulses, fruits and vegetables, tea, oilseeds, coffees etc. The Madhya Pradesh stood first (2.86 million ha) in organic farming registered area (including wild area) in 2010-11, while Gujarat ranked eighth. The export market for organic food in India is valued at Rs. 1,866 crores includes basmati rice, pulses, tea, coffee, spices and oil seeds; and is growing at compound annual growth rate of 49% in last four years ending 2011-12. The volume of organic products export was 1,47,800 metric tonnes during 2011-12. This paper locates the prospects, status and marketing of organic farming and documents the Indian experience in organic production and trade. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study describes the reading skills prospects and challenges of the students of Government Arts and Commerce College, Indore, M.P. India. Attempt to know the response of the student this study adopts the questionnaire method for collection of data. To select the sample population, random sampling method has been used. Accordingly the questionnaire was distributed among 350 students of Government Arts and Commerce College, Indore, out of which 300 responded. The study reveal that a majority of respondents i.e. 116(38.6%) spend 2-4 hours daily for reading and 65(21.6%) are in the favour of guided tour to promote the reading skills. Lack of latest information is a most common encountered by the majority of respondents 105(35%), while 68(22.6%) respondents have problem with time due to busy schedule of classes. Finally highlights the suggestions for improvement of reading skills among the students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It has been a subject of debate whether the unorganised manufacturing sector in India has been marginalised with onset of the liberalisation and globalisation process. This paper attempts to find an answer to the issue keeping in mind that this sector is a very important part of the industrial fabric as it is a large provider of employment and contributes to the national income. The study states that the unorganised sector, in fact, is flourishing under the globalisation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]