Kisan Kavach- Complete Protection, Reusable, long lasting – 150 washes At the Institute of Horticulture Technology (IHT), Greater Noida, we are committed to advancing the science of cultivation while ensuring the well-being of those who feed the nation. As we interact with farmers across the region, one issue consistently arises as a major concern: the safety of those applying pesticides.
Practical protection measures every farmer can afford. The Deadly Action of “Toughness” We’ve all seen it. And the people call it “being tough.” Here’s the truth: It’s not toughness. It’s suicide in slow motion. Some farmers actually boast about spraying without protection. They wear it like a badge of honour. But this foolish pride has deadly consequences. The poison doesn’t
We all are concerned over pesticide residues on our food. But we rarely think about the person spraying those chemicals. As India fights to double food production by 2050, pesticides are a necessary evil. Yet a silent crisis is unfolding in our farmlands—farmers slowly poisoning themselves because either they lack knowledge or take it casually as how to stay safe
Saffron has always been more than a spice. It is a symbol of luxury, a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine, and a lifeline for generations of Kashmiri farming families. Why It Matters Beyond economics, high-quality saffron supports health. Modern science confirms its antioxidant and antidepressant properties, with ongoing research into its role in managing Alzheimer’s, depression, and certain cancers. Keeping saffron
Every so often, a headline or lab report announces that pesticide residues were “detected” on fruits, vegetables, or grains — and the news spreads fast, often with an implied warning: this food is dangerous. But detection and danger are not the same thing. Modern food safety science is built around a principle that’s easy to overlook in a scary headline:
