In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Carp Culture 2. Basic Principles of Carp Culture 3. Criteria for Selection of Fishes 4. Composite Fish Farming in India 5. Carp Culture Management: Improved Technique. Indian major carps are: A. Catla (Catla Catla) B. Rohu (Labeo rohita) C. Mrigal (Cirrhinus mrigal) The popular exotic major carps are: A. Cyprinus [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Lac Culture 2. Types of Lac 3. Life Cycle of Lac Insects 4. Harvesting and Extraction 5. Uses of Lac 6. Enemies. Meaning of Lac Culture: Lac culture is the scientific management of lac insects to obtain a high amount of quality lac. This involves selection and maintenance of host [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Behaviour, Ecology and Control of Tryporiza 2. External Features of Tryporiza 3. Life Cycle. Behaviour, Ecology and Control of Tryporiza: 1. The lepidopteran insect (moth) Tryporiza, locally named Mazra poka' is a common paddy pest. Its larvae bore into the stem tissue, hence it is called stem borer (Fig. 47.1). 2. It [...]