Techy Vasiliev (DRY KILN OPERATOR)

Fast Fact: Fixed costs (rent, equipment leases) don’t budge; variable costs (materials, hourly wages) swing with production. Key for profit math!

Glue guns? Rs 150-500 for mini, Rs 500-2,000 for standard. Pro ones hit Rs 5,000. Flipkart’s got steals!

Spotlight on Aug 8, 2024 Here’s what stood out: 1. Paris Olympics: Medal rush, with India cheering Neeraj Chopra’s silver. 2. Quit India Anniversary: 82 years since 1942—patriotic events galore. 3. Regional Festivals: Nag Panchami in Maharashtra, Gujarat. No global crises spiked, but Bangladesh’s political shifts were trending. Times of India covered it live. What were you up to?

Yo, BSc Agri first year is packed! Think Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Microbiology, plus Maths/Bio and English. Some unis toss in Economics or Extension Ed. Practicals are dope—get ready to dig in fields!

BSc Agriculture 1st Year: Your Academic Journey Begins! Starting a BSc in Agriculture? Exciting times! The first year (typically semesters 1 and 2) lays the foundation with a mix of core sciences and intro ag courses. Subjects vary slightly by university (based on ICAR guidelines in India), but here’s the standard lineup: - Fundamentals of Agronomy: Basics of crop production, field management. - Fundamentals of Soil Science: Soil properties, fertility, and testing. - Introduction to Horticulture: Fruit/vegetable cultivation, nursery tech. - Agricultural Microbiology: Microbes in soil, plant health. - Basic Mathematics or Biology: Math for calculations or bio for plant/animal basics (depends on your 12th stream). - Agricultural Economics: Market principles, farm economics. - Rural Sociology & Extension Education: Farmer communities, knowledge transfer. - English/Communication Skills: Report writing, presentations. - Introductory Plant Pathology: Plant diseases, pest basics. I studied at TNAU, and Soil Science was my fave—hands-on lab work! Expect 6-8 subjects per sem, plus practicals (field visits rock!). Check your uni’s syllabus on their site, like TNAU’s portal. Which subject are you hyped for?

Duphaston and Periods: What’s the Deal? Duphaston (dydrogesterone), a progesterone-like med, is often prescribed for irregular cycles, endometriosis, or pregnancy support. Yes, you can get periods (or withdrawal bleeding) while on Duphaston, but it depends: - How It Works: Duphaston mimics progesterone to regulate cycles or support pregnancy. When you stop it (e.g., after a 10-14 day course), the drop in progesterone triggers withdrawal bleeding, mimicking a period. - During Use: Breakthrough bleeding (light spotting) can happen, especially if doses are missed or hormonal levels fluctuate. Not a true period but feels similar. - Pregnancy Cases: If taken to prevent miscarriage, no periods should occur (pregnancy halts ovulation). Bleeding then could signal issues—call your doc ASAP. I had spotting on Duphaston for PCOS; my gyno said it’s normal mid-cycle. Always consult your doctor for unusual bleeding. WebMD’s Duphaston info is helpful. Experiencing this? Share your concerns!