Indira Gandhi Agricultural University

A review of silicon-rich biochar for ecological insect pest management through enhanced plant resistance and multi-trophic interactions

Silicon-rich biochar (Sichar) is increasingly evaluated as a functional option in sustainable agriculture by aligning carbon storage pathways with ecological insect pest management frameworks. This review synthesizes the investigated mechanisms through which Sichar modifies plant...

Abiotic stress response mechanisms, molecular mitigation, and future strategies in millets

Abiotic stresses, such as drought, salinity, temperature extremes, heavy metals, and pesticide toxicity, severely impact plant growth and productivity, primarily through the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and metabolic imbalances. In the era of climate change and d...