AR-003 University of Jammu STEM Pamphlets and Papers

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    Grow Soya Bean For Food and Fodder
    AR-003-0008
    This pamphlet promotes soyabean as a high-protein, mineral-rich crop with both food and fodder value. It discusses its nutritional benefits, varieties suitable for Indian regions, and its multiple industrial by-products. It also gives step-by-step guidance on land preparation, sowing, fertilization, bacterial inoculation, pest and disease management, and storage practices. Soyabean is emphasized as a leguminous crop that enhances soil fertility and can be grown for green fodder or hay. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
    (March, 1961)
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    How to Make Paddy Straw A Better Cattle Feed
    AR-003-0007
    This leaflet explains how to improve the nutritional value of paddy straw by mixing it with leguminous fodder like sannhemp. It highlights a simple practice used by farmers in Andhra Pradesh, growing and layering sannhemp with paddy straw to create a more balanced, digestible, and calcium-rich cattle feed. The method helps boost livestock health and productivity in rice-growing areas. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
    (January, 1961)
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    Grow Maize: The Improved Way
    AR-003-0006
    This pamphlet offers practical guidelines for cultivating high-yielding maize across diverse Indian regions. It emphasizes using improved seed varieties (like Meerut Yellow, Pusa Yellow, or Punjab Hy.No.1), soil preparation, timely sowing (June–October in North India), and balanced fertilization. It provides clear instructions for irrigation, interculture, and pest control, aiming to enhance productivity in both plains and hill areas. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
    (December, 1960)
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    Choose your Irrigation Method
    AR-003-0005
    This leaflet explains various crop irrigation methods—like flooding, flat bed, strip, border strip, ridge-bed, furrow, contour ditch, basin, and sprinkler systems. It helps farmers select the right method based on soil type, land slope, and crop needs. It also includes practical tips on layout, water efficiency, and suitability for different regions and crops. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
    (April,1960)
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    Water Hyacinth Gives a Good Compost
    AR-003-0004
    This leaflet explains how to convert the invasive water hyacinth weed into nutrient-rich compost or ash. It outlines composting methods for different climates and highlights its high content of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash, far richer than regular manure. The compost improves soil health, while the ash is especially useful for acidic soils and beneficial for crops like sugarcane, jute, and cotton. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
    (March, 1960)