THERE are countless varieties of vegetables and other foodstuff that are grown and processed under doubtful conditions and circumstances with the result that today’s foods can appear to appear impressive, especially with regards to the nutritional value figures and packagings.

Luck is intangible, abstract and something that everybody wants.  People can go to great lengths to get more lucky. Some are even prepared to do the unfathomable to attain their goal when, in fact, the luck they are craving for is right in their hands.

The mention of Siberia used to bring unfavourable reaction in people, especially due to its bloody history. In the communist era, it was a dumping ground for prisoners, convicts or those seen as traitors to the government. Most of these captives were left to die under harsh conditions and subzero temperatures.

Riparian simply means wetlands adjacent to rivers and streams (small, narrow rivers). They are meant to be kept, not disturbed. .

In ancient times when human beings first started cultivating various plants in the initial stages of domestication of members of the plant kingdom, very few tools, if any, were used.  Even in the cultivation of vital food crops for sustenance of the community, the most widely used “tool” comprised the human limbs.  .

Mary Jim, who is noted for championing the wellbeing of rural women, says passion has been one of the factors behind her success.

A flowering plant, especially one that blooms profusely, is the love of everyone.  More so if the flowers emit a relaxing and sweet fragrance that helps to kickstart an average working day, in particular if it is a blue and dreary Monday. .

Monkey business means mischievous, deceitful acts and behaviour as well as sheer trickery!.

Getting seeds to set roots and grow up can be done anywhere, and not just in the nursery or on the farm.  It is not a delicate or an impossible job.  It is true that small, young seedlings are generally more tender, and cajoling them to grow nicely needs a little extra care, that’s all.

It is everyone’s wish to have a memorable wedding for their children. Dr Kishore Kumar and Rita Kumari were no exception.