ridge gourd

Gardening enthusiasts in India find pre-monsoon weeks ideal for planting. Warm soil, increasing humidity, and early rains create perfect conditions for young plants to establish strong roots. This period boosts survival chances for vegetables like bhindi, gourds, and chillies, as well as leafy greens and herbs, ensuring a bountiful harvest.

Wholesalers at Bhubaneswar's Unit-1 market suffered significant losses as fuel shortages crippled transportation, forcing them to sell vegetables at half price. Despite this, retail prices remained unchanged for consumers. Traders fear further losses if the fuel crisis persists, impacting the entire supply chain.

A severe dust storm and hailstorm swept across western Uttar Pradesh on Friday night, resulting in at least three deaths and two injuries. The extreme weather caused extensive damage to crops and houses across several districts, with Kiraoli tehsil in Agra being the worst affected. Authorities are assisting farmers in reporting crop damage for compensation.

Geopolitical tensions in West Asia are significantly impacting Rudrapur's export economy, halting shipments of rice and frozen vegetables to Gulf countries. Rising fuel prices are also escalating production costs for industries in Pantnagar and Sidcul, particularly affecting MSMEs. Exporters and industrialists are seeking government support to navigate this economic instability and resume normal trade.

Prices of home-grown vegetables like ridge gourd, bitter gourd, green chilli, long beans and beans have finally started cooling with the restoration of supplies following the arrival of rain. Though the price decline is currently 25%-30%, market trackers said the price would come down further if the rain continued and vegetable again flourished in the fields.

Millions of Indian women with PCOS are embracing Ayurveda for holistic care, addressing weight gain and metabolic stress. This ancient practice links PCOS to Dosha imbalances, slow metabolism, and toxin buildup, impacting gut health, hormones, and insulin resistance. Ayurvedic treatments, including personalized herbal therapies, diet, and Panchkarma, aim for long-term correction and overall well-being.

Skyrocketing prices of vegetables and cooking oils has become a major concern for the consumers. Prices of brinjal, ridge gourd, okra, and carrot touched an all-time high of Rs 85 per kg in local markets on Saturday. Incessant rains damaged the vegetable crops in Rayalaseema and south coastal districts and resulted in increases in prices all of a sudden across the state.

As summer heat intensifies, gourds emerge as nutritional powerhouses, integral to Indian cuisine. These veggies, packed with water, fiber, and essential nutrients, aid hydration, digestion, and overall health. From the versatile bottle gourd to the blood-sugar-regulating bitter gourd, and the cooling ash gourd, each offers unique benefits.

Turai stands out as a low-calorie, nutrient-packed vegetable and contains a wealth of essential vitamins and minerals, making it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. Here are a few reasons why it must be included in daily diet.

The city may have finally got some respite from an excruciating week-long heatwave but its lingering effects are still being felt in the vegetable markets. While excessive heat and lack of rain have resulted in poor crop production and driven up prices of popular summer vegetables, the ones now available in retail markets are are discoloured, too dry and unusually small.

The cultivation of bitter gourd remains a favourite among a set of farmers in Trichy district. Though many farmers go ahead with its cultivation because of good profit, some are forced to abandon it due to water scarcity in rain-fed areas of the district.

Bottle gourd, also known as lauki, is a highly nutritious and adaptable vegetable that offers several health benefits. It helps fight inflammation, provides hydration, aids in digestion, beautifies skin and hair, and supports weight loss. Consuming bottle gourd can enhance overall health and well-being.