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Ayushman Bharat, solution for weeds, and Vinesh Phogat creates history

3 Things

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Drown the Weeds, Save the Crops

Weeds are the primary competitors of crops, particularly rice, for essential resources like nutrients, sunlight, and water. To combat weed growth, rice farmers traditionally flood their fields, exploiting the rice plants’ unique arancaya tissues that allow them to survive underwater while drowning weeds. This method not only prevents the germination of weed seeds but also destroys emerging seedlings. Similarly, ploughing is utilized in wheat farming to eliminate weeds. Effective weed management is crucial for enhancing crop growth and yield.

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