Feb 2007

We began this series with trepidance the last issue. But after an overwhelming response from you, gentle readers, we decided that we’ll continue this wonderful series of one-minute, Nanima’s tips that go a long way in making your life just that bit easier.

Creak Goes…..
To get rid of that creaking sound in your door hinge, apply pencil lead or rub with a small piece of soap.

Faces Aglow
Grind some rose petals with sandalwood to a paste and apply on your face everyday during your bath. Wash off after 10 minutes.

Cans that Smell

Adike Patrike, a monthly magazine published by the farmers, for the farmers, has created an information revolution among farmers.
There was a time when farm journalism in Kannada meant articles on farming written by farm scientists, professors, industry representatives, and the like. To tell the truth, these articles were neither read nor understood by farmers as they did not deal with ground realities or farmers’ actual experiences.

Activists fret over hydel projects in Western Ghats
Seventy-six mini-hydel projects are under various stages construction in the Western Ghats despite protests by environmentalists.
These projects are coming up in Kodagu, Hassan and Chikmagalur districts of Karnataka.

With the recent surge of interest in biofuels, all-out efforts are on to cultivate biofuel crops. Agricultural experts are of the opinion that since the area of biofuels is still in its nascent stage, more studies are needed. Here is a realistic look at the potential of biofuels and the confusion farmers are dogged with.

When sugarcane growing can be a sweet experience
Chemical pesticides and fertilizers have always been considered manna from heaven for Indian farmers, specially after the second green revolution. Farmers believe that by applying potash and urea to the soil their crop can be made to yield more.
But a vast majority of them have failed to realize that excessive application of these chemicals over the years has poisoned the land, water and the environment.