Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized ... more Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized as food, fodder, medicine and fibre. Quite a few flowering plant species are poisonous. Knowledge on poisonous plants is important as some of them are used in medicine. The poisonous properties are due to toxic substances such as alkaloids, glucosides, saponins, amines, tannins, resins, etc. An account of 32 poisonous plants occurring on the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan has been presented. The information on the poisonous plant species has been gathered from the tribals during ethnobotanical field survey. The study suggests that the tribal people are not only aware of such poisonous plants and their harmful effects, but also use them judiciously for control of insect-pests, bugs, mosquitoes and many other harmful organisms.
... 5℃ . The main floral diversity of this region is Acacia catechu (L . f .) Willd . (Khair) , Z... more ... 5℃ . The main floral diversity of this region is Acacia catechu (L . f .) Willd . (Khair) , Zizyphus mauritiana Lamk . ... The age-old culture and traditions related to plants and animals certainly amply to the richness of our heri-tage . This knowledge of rural people with the tradition-...
Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare pr... more Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare practices prevalent among the different ethnic groups of Rajasthan. These people belonging to primitive or aboriginal culture possess a good deal of information about medicinal utility of biodiversity. During the survey, it was noted that plant parts, animals and substances of animal origin are commonly used by the tribals to cure various diseases and disorders. Indigenous healthcare practices, provide low cost alternatives, where western healthcare services are not available or are too expensive. Analysis of data based on 72 remedies indicates that 57 remedies are based on 45 different plant species belonging to 29 families and 15 remedies are based on several substances of animal origin. A list of plant/animal species along with their part/s used and the mode of administration for effective control in different ailments are given.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November), beginning on 8 th day of lunar calendar and continues till full moon. The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and also purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around... more The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around the world. Achieving food security won’t be easy considering the megatrends of growing population, greater affluence, and increasing urbanization. The global population is forecast to grow from the current 7 billion to 9 billion by 2050, creating the need for an increased food production of 70%. Recent investments in agricultural technology and advanced genetics have been making only a modest dent in meeting our global food demands. Food is one of the most important drivers of environmental pressures, particularly in terms of water, land and resource use, greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), pollution, and subsequent climate and habitat change. In terms of economic impacts, food waste represents high waste management costs and money wasted. Wasting food also raises social questions, particularly given the current global financial crisis, rising food prices and international food shortages. ...
The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around... more The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around the world. Achieving food security won't be easy considering the megatrends of growing population, greater affluence, and increasing urbanization. The global population is forecast to grow from the current 7 billion to 9 billion by 2050, creating the need for an increased food production of 70%. Recent investments in agricultural technology and advanced genetics have been making only a modest dent in meeting our global food demands. Food is one of the most important drivers of environmental pressures, particularly in terms of water, land and resource use, greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), pollution, and subsequent climate and habitat change. In terms of economic impacts, food waste represents high waste management costs and money wasted. Wasting food also raises social questions, particularly given the current global financial crisis, rising food prices and international food shortages. That's where waste prevention issue emerges. Even cutting waste in half would be a huge step toward global food security and a boon for the environment. Food waste source prevention strategy focuses on preventing food waste before it is created. Annakshetra is a unique initiative by Centre for Development Communication (CDC), Jaipur that connects the luxuries of the privileged ones with the sustenance issues of the other by collecting the surplus food left in the celebration gatherings like wedding / family occasion / festivities, then testing its edibility and feeding it to the underprivileged section of the society. The Annakshetra model based on 3Rs of waste prevention has been successful in minimizing food Vivek S. Agrawal & Ambika Nag 190 waste on one hand and feeding the needy on the other. The paper describes strategies and best practices of this model to implement sustainable food service, addresses the need to move towards Zero waste economy to ensure poverty eradication, food security and sustainable cities.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November), beginning on 8 th day of lunar calendar and continues till full moon. The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and also purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized ... more Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized as food, fodder, medicine and fibre. Quite a few flowering plant species are poisonous. Knowledge on poisonous plants is important as some of them are used in medicine. The poisonous properties are due to toxic substances such as alkaloids, glucosides, saponins, amines, tannins, resins, etc. An account of 32 poisonous plants occurring on the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan has been presented. The information on the poisonous plant species has been gathered from the tribals during ethnobotanical field survey. The study suggests that the tribal people are not only aware of such poisonous plants and their harmful effects, but also use them judiciously for control of insect-pests, bugs, mosquitoes and many other harmful organisms.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November). The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare pr... more Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare practices prevalent among the different ethnic groups of Rajasthan. These people belonging to primitive or aboriginal culture possess a good deal of information about medicinal utility of biodiversity. During the survey, it was noted that plant parts, animals and substances of animal origin are commonly used by the tribals to cure various diseases and disorders. Indigenous healthcare practices, provide low cost alternatives, where western healthcare services are not available or are too expensive. Analysis of data based on 72 remedies indicates that 57 remedies are based on 45 different plant species belonging to 29 families and 15 remedies are based on several substances of animal origin. A list of plant/animal species along with their part/s used and the mode of administration for effective control in different ailments are given.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized ... more Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized as food, fodder, medicine and fibre. Quite a few flowering plant species are poisonous. Knowledge on poisonous plants is important as some of them are used in medicine. The poisonous properties are due to toxic substances such as alkaloids, glucosides, saponins, amines, tannins, resins, etc. An account of 32 poisonous plants occurring on the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan has been presented. The information on the poisonous plant species has been gathered from the tribals during ethnobotanical field survey. The study suggests that the tribal people are not only aware of such poisonous plants and their harmful effects, but also use them judiciously for control of insect-pests, bugs, mosquitoes and many other harmful organisms.
... 5℃ . The main floral diversity of this region is Acacia catechu (L . f .) Willd . (Khair) , Z... more ... 5℃ . The main floral diversity of this region is Acacia catechu (L . f .) Willd . (Khair) , Zizyphus mauritiana Lamk . ... The age-old culture and traditions related to plants and animals certainly amply to the richness of our heri-tage . This knowledge of rural people with the tradition-...
Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare pr... more Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare practices prevalent among the different ethnic groups of Rajasthan. These people belonging to primitive or aboriginal culture possess a good deal of information about medicinal utility of biodiversity. During the survey, it was noted that plant parts, animals and substances of animal origin are commonly used by the tribals to cure various diseases and disorders. Indigenous healthcare practices, provide low cost alternatives, where western healthcare services are not available or are too expensive. Analysis of data based on 72 remedies indicates that 57 remedies are based on 45 different plant species belonging to 29 families and 15 remedies are based on several substances of animal origin. A list of plant/animal species along with their part/s used and the mode of administration for effective control in different ailments are given.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November), beginning on 8 th day of lunar calendar and continues till full moon. The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and also purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around... more The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around the world. Achieving food security won’t be easy considering the megatrends of growing population, greater affluence, and increasing urbanization. The global population is forecast to grow from the current 7 billion to 9 billion by 2050, creating the need for an increased food production of 70%. Recent investments in agricultural technology and advanced genetics have been making only a modest dent in meeting our global food demands. Food is one of the most important drivers of environmental pressures, particularly in terms of water, land and resource use, greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), pollution, and subsequent climate and habitat change. In terms of economic impacts, food waste represents high waste management costs and money wasted. Wasting food also raises social questions, particularly given the current global financial crisis, rising food prices and international food shortages. ...
The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around... more The need to address food security has never been greater and is moving up national agendas around the world. Achieving food security won't be easy considering the megatrends of growing population, greater affluence, and increasing urbanization. The global population is forecast to grow from the current 7 billion to 9 billion by 2050, creating the need for an increased food production of 70%. Recent investments in agricultural technology and advanced genetics have been making only a modest dent in meeting our global food demands. Food is one of the most important drivers of environmental pressures, particularly in terms of water, land and resource use, greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), pollution, and subsequent climate and habitat change. In terms of economic impacts, food waste represents high waste management costs and money wasted. Wasting food also raises social questions, particularly given the current global financial crisis, rising food prices and international food shortages. That's where waste prevention issue emerges. Even cutting waste in half would be a huge step toward global food security and a boon for the environment. Food waste source prevention strategy focuses on preventing food waste before it is created. Annakshetra is a unique initiative by Centre for Development Communication (CDC), Jaipur that connects the luxuries of the privileged ones with the sustenance issues of the other by collecting the surplus food left in the celebration gatherings like wedding / family occasion / festivities, then testing its edibility and feeding it to the underprivileged section of the society. The Annakshetra model based on 3Rs of waste prevention has been successful in minimizing food Vivek S. Agrawal & Ambika Nag 190 waste on one hand and feeding the needy on the other. The paper describes strategies and best practices of this model to implement sustainable food service, addresses the need to move towards Zero waste economy to ensure poverty eradication, food security and sustainable cities.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November), beginning on 8 th day of lunar calendar and continues till full moon. The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and also purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized ... more Of about 18-20 thousand flowering plants present in our country, many plant species are utilized as food, fodder, medicine and fibre. Quite a few flowering plant species are poisonous. Knowledge on poisonous plants is important as some of them are used in medicine. The poisonous properties are due to toxic substances such as alkaloids, glucosides, saponins, amines, tannins, resins, etc. An account of 32 poisonous plants occurring on the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan has been presented. The information on the poisonous plant species has been gathered from the tribals during ethnobotanical field survey. The study suggests that the tribal people are not only aware of such poisonous plants and their harmful effects, but also use them judiciously for control of insect-pests, bugs, mosquitoes and many other harmful organisms.
Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October... more Pushkar animal fair is organized every year near Ajmer, Rajasthan in the month of Kartik (October or November). The fair attracts people not only from India but also from all over the world as a tourist destination. This is one of the largest animal fair, where livestock owners of Rajasthan bring their animals to sell and purchase animals. During the festival, interviews with knowledgeable livestock owners were conducted to document the use of herbs for the treatment of ailments of animals. The study revealed 43 plant species of ethnoveterinary medicinal uses which are used to treat 30 diseases of animals.
Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare pr... more Extensive ethnomedicinal survey was carried out to document the precious indigenous healthcare practices prevalent among the different ethnic groups of Rajasthan. These people belonging to primitive or aboriginal culture possess a good deal of information about medicinal utility of biodiversity. During the survey, it was noted that plant parts, animals and substances of animal origin are commonly used by the tribals to cure various diseases and disorders. Indigenous healthcare practices, provide low cost alternatives, where western healthcare services are not available or are too expensive. Analysis of data based on 72 remedies indicates that 57 remedies are based on 45 different plant species belonging to 29 families and 15 remedies are based on several substances of animal origin. A list of plant/animal species along with their part/s used and the mode of administration for effective control in different ailments are given.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural ar... more Livestock economy forms a major part of our agricultural economics. Tribals in far-flung rural areas still depend upon plants and household remedies for curing various veterinary ailments. The folk knowledge of ethnoveterinary significance has been identified by tribals through a process of experience over hundreds of years. The study throws light on folk ethnoveterinary practices of Udaipur district of Rajasthan. The paper deals with 30 diseases of domestic animals and their treatment by 62 plant species found in close vicinity of the rural people of the area.
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