Sugarcane Ganapati

his small article is the outcome of a humorous debate on Ganapati which took place between the Chairman of our Department, Professor Raju Kalidos, and our Reader, Dr A. Veluswamy Suthanthiran. The latter had recently (1997) visited the Tirupparankunram cave temples and asked why Ganapati holds the iksu 'sugarcane' in one of his hands (cf. Kalidos 1991: 272-73). Our Chairman simply said elephants are fond of eating sugarcane and so Ganapati, the elephant, holds the iksu in a hand. This created a hilarious atmosphere and all of us laughed. Then, it was added by Raju Kalidos that according to the Mudgala Purana there are 32 forms of Ganapati (x) as reported in the Sritattvanidhi (3.70-101) and the emblems associated with these different variables are as many as 48, including two mudras (2). Among them 13 are eatables which is to prove that Ganapati, the elephant (cf. the Tamil bhakti hymn Tevaram 425 calls him kanapati ennum kaliru 'the elephant called Ganapati'), is a gluttonous person (Kalidos 1992: 17-18) (3). Among the 32 Ganapatis, the following hold the iksu in one of the hands: B?la-, Taruna-, Siddhita-, Vighna-, Maha-, Urdhva-, Uddanda- and Yoga-. This is to prove that the iksu is not an accidental emblem but one deeply linked with the personality of Ganapati. The sugarcane is cultivated only in the fertile regions in India. It is therefore symbolic of prosperity.

Sugarcane is an important industrial crop of semitropical and tropical areas. Due to the importance of this crop it is cultivated on nearly 20 million hectares by more than 90 countries. This crop belongs to family Poaceae, a grass family which is economically vital tracheophyte family that has properties much like that of wheat, maize, rice and sorghum. The Poaceae family is globally vital for providing dietary macromolecules, carbohydrates, and different nutrients. The most important item of sugarcane for the consumption is sucrose that gets accumulated in the stalk internodes. Sucrose is taken out and refined by different mills which is used as a sweetener in human food industries and in the fermentation industry. Large production of alcohol is attained by Brazilian sugarcane industries.

2017

India is the world’s second largest producer of sugar after Brazil with an average annual production of 25.1 million tones, with about 5.1 million ha area under cane cultivation and its processing for value added products such as sugar, jaggery, bio-ethanol, paper, bio-fertilizer, power cogeneration etc. has drawn awareness because of its socio-economic impact and environmental concerns. Droughts have рlаguеd the еаrth for сеnturіеѕ. Сlіmаtе сhаngе wіllѕіgnіfісаntlуаffесt the ѕuѕtаіnаbіlіtу of wаtеrѕuррlіеѕ in the сomіngdесаdеѕ. Аѕраrtѕ of the country get drіеr, thеаmount of wаtеrаvаіlаblеаnd its quаlіtуwіlllіkеlуdесrеаѕе - іmрасtіngреoрlе’ѕhеаlthаnd food ѕuррlіеѕ. Сhаngеѕіnрrесіріtаtіonаndwаtеrаvаіlаbіlіtусouldhаvеѕеrіouѕсonѕеquеnсеѕ for сommеrсіаlаgrісulturе – сroрѕуіеldlеѕѕаnd food security suffers.Cultivation of sugarcane in India dates back to the Vedic period. The earliest mention of sugarcane cultivation is found in Indian writings of the period 1400 to 1000 B.C. It is now wi...

SAARC Journal of Agriculture

Sugarcane is one of the most important cash crops in India. India being a major consumer of sugar occupies the second place in sugarcane production, next to Brazil. In recent times, sugarcane has become a preferred crop for renewable and eco-friendly energy production. Excepted rise in demand for energy has improved the scope of sugarcane production. In this backdrop, the study focuses on the trend and growth of production area, production and productivity of sugarcane crop in India for the period 2001-02 to 2017-18. The relationship between harvested area and production is tested with the help of a regression model. Apart from that, the study analyzes the state wise growth rate of sugarcane sector. The study is based on secondary data collected from various government reports and publications. The result highlights that all the three variables under consideration witness positive growth rate. About 65% of the production comes from two states, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Comparat...

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research), 2022

Due to the formation of a large catchment area, we can see an increase in the area under sugarcane in Khandala tahsil. Veer Dam, Nira Deoghar Dam and Bhatghar Dam are most significant for the growth of sugarcane cultivation and production. As the area under sugarcane grows, its problems will increase, and we will study the same problems in this research paper. However, due to the availability of water, fertilizer and the availability of irrigation systems in the canal, a large amount of water is available. The farmers and local leaders started 'Cooperative Sugar Factory. So, the farmer there Started producing sugarcane in large quantities. From the eastern border of Khandala tahsil, the river Neera flows from west to east. Therefore, the area of sugarcane is highest in the northern part of this tahsil. The following villages in this tahsil are leaders in sugarcane production, i.e. includes Wing, Shirwal, Loni, Tondal, Bhade Andori, Padegaon. 'Regional Sugarcane Research Center' is located at Padegaon. In this research center, new varieties of sugarcane are discovered and other research related to sugarcane is carried out.

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science , 2024

This study examines the historical patterns in sugarcane farming and output in India, analyzing shifts that have occurred in the past few decades. The research offers a thorough analysis of sugarcane areas and production levels, presenting a full account of their changes from the early 20th century to the present. Important areas of concentration encompass regional disparities in cultivation and production, the ramifications of technical progress, and the sway of economic and regulatory shifts. The study emphasizes notable variations in the size of sugarcane cultivation and its productivity, ascribing these patterns to factors such as climatic conditions, agricultural techniques, and governmental actions. This research endeavors to uncover the primary factors responsible for changes in the sugarcane sector by analyzing historical data and patterns. Additionally, it intends to provide valuable insights into future advancements in this field. The findings enhance comprehension of the factors influencing sugarcane production in India and establish a basis for strategic planning and policy development to tackle existing challenges and possibilities in the industry.

Agrestals are small plants (weeds) in the agricultural field which have had a huge impact on agriculture through the ages, and they continue to effect agricultural practices today. Generally, weeds are plants said to grow where they are not wanted. They compete with crops for water, nutrients, light and space thus reduce crop yields, but not all weeds are undesirable. In many systems, weeds are useful elements. Their useful roles are; raising the level of soil organic matter, improving the level of nitrogen availability, conserving moisture in the soil, serving as alternate edible and medicinal plant sources, they repel insects and other pests through their smell, act as trap crops, as well as, being inhabited by beneficial insects and some other are useful plants for mankind. The present study reveals that we surveyed (collection, identification, proper documentation and their uses) and details about these valuable weeds. A total twenty five (25) species were properly documented. These beneficial roles may build the agrestals a future bioresource for human welfare directly or indirectly.

Journal of Plant Registrations, 2011

Journal of Plant Registrations, 2008

and was released to growers in Guatemala in September 2004. Modern sugarcane cultivars are allopolyploid (with aneuploidy) hybrids that can be traced back

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International Journal of Advanced Research in Botany

India is the largest producer and consumer of sugar in the World. About 45 million sugarcane farmers, their dependents and a large agricultural force, constituting 7.5 percent of the rural population, are involved in sugarcane cultivation, harvesting and ancillary activities. This enabled India to become the largest producer of sugarcane and sugar in the world leaving the other major producers Brazil and Cuba. 1 The major sugarcane crop growing states in India are

Global Journal of Current Research, 2024

1. Introduction The cultivation of sugarcane is a critical component of agricultural activities in the Baghpat District of Uttar Pradesh, playing a significant role in the region's economy and socio-cultural fabric. Sugarcane, being a high-value cash crop, provides substantial income to farmers and contributes to the agro-based industries in the area, including sugar mills and jaggery production units. The choice of cultivating sugarcane over other crops is influenced by multiple factors, including climatic conditions, soil fertility, water availability, and government policies. Understanding these factors is essential for enhancing productivity, ensuring sustainable agricultural practices, and supporting the livelihoods of the local farming communities (Kumar et al., 2017). Sugarcane, scientifically known as Saccharum officinarum L., is a member of the Gramineae family of plants and is thought to have originated in the tropical regions of south and southeast Asia. Sugarcane, in addition to producing biofuel, fibre, and fertiliser, and a plethora of other by-products that are ecologically sustainable, is an agricultural resource that is renewable and naturally occurring. White sugar, brown sugar (Khandhasari), jaggery (Gur), and ethanol are all products that can be made from sugarcane juice. Sugarcane juice includes 111.13 kilocalories (26.56 kilojoules) of energy per serving (28.35 grammes), 27.51 grammes of carbs, 0.27 grammes of protein, 11.23 milligrammes of calcium, 0.37 milligrammes of iron, 41.96 milligrammes of potassium, and 1.01 milligrammes of sodium (Nutrient Information from ESHA Research). Several studies have highlighted the influence of environmental and socioeconomic factors on sugarcane cultivation. Climatic conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, are pivotal, with sugarcane requiring a warm, humid climate for optimal growth (Singh et al., 2019). The soil type in Baghpat, predominantly alluvial, is well-suited for sugarcane, provided there is adequate irrigation. The availability of water resources, particularly through the extensive canal systems in Uttar Pradesh, plays a crucial role in the decision to grow sugarcane. Furthermore, government support in the form of subsidies, minimum support prices, and policies aimed at

Correspondences: A Forum for the Environment, 2021

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