As predicted by the Meteorological Department the rains in south-west monsoon can be 93% below normal, adequate measures have been taken for drought migration Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar and Kerala are to be affected. Talks are on to provide seed and diesel … [Read more...] about Drought-Mitigation Plans Ready
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Extracting Water From Manure
Scientists at Michigan State University have developed a new system to extract water from manure, potentially mitigating the effects of drought and increasing the viability of farms in regions where water is an issue. Named The McLanahan Nutrient Separation System, it produces water clean enough for cattle to drink by employing 3 technologies namely: Ultrafiltration Air … [Read more...] about Extracting Water From Manure
As Drought Threat Looms, Plan to Protect Water Sources
Amid draught, Kozhikode city takes steps to save sources of water, maintain water bodies, improvement in quality of drinking water in the city Steps being taken under Shudham Sundaram Nammude Kozhikode aimed at mobilising public, govt departments and schools on need to conserve water. Drinking water is precious, use it sparingly: the new slogan of city administration, water … [Read more...] about As Drought Threat Looms, Plan to Protect Water Sources