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Deepa Teradal ¹, Usha Ravindra ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Agricultural Sciences, G.k.v.k., Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Potential of twelve elite cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp] genotypes were studied based on their good functional properties and sensory scores five (T-2, MS-5, MS-7, MS-6, C-152 (Control)) genotypes were selected and used in the preparation of cowpea papad. Papad making were studied for quality characteristics such as, water uptake (50 ml), pressing property (soft), total yield (ten), diameter of papad before and after frying (from 16-27.3 cm), expansion (3-5 %) and grand weight (55-85g). The correlation co-efficient (r) between functional properties and quality of papad characteristics were showed significant difference. Papad developed out of five cowpea genotypes MS-5 showed highest scores of 8.3, 8.4, 8.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.0 for appearance, texture, colour, taste, flavour, and overall acceptability, respectively and statistically there was a significant difference among the genotypes in sensory attributes. Shelf life study of Papad was done for three best rated (sensory scores) genotypes, viz., C-152, MS-5 and MS-6. Samples were drawn on zero, 30^th and 60^th days and analyzed for various sensory quality parameters and microbial counts viz., total bacteria, yeast and fungi were estimated for two month of storage period. Papads were well accepted even after storage period and microbial load was within the acceptability range.

Keywords

Cowpea Seeds, Quality Characteristics, Sensory Parameters, Microbial Study

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Shwetha Yareshimi ¹, D. Vijayalakshmi ¹, Usha Ravindra ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Agricultural Sciences, G.K.V.K., Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Biofortification is a process of breeding staple food crops that are rich in micronutrients. Since it do not produce methane, one of the major 'greenhouse gases' that contributes to global warming hence, it is considered as eco-friendly. Grain quality is one of the important parameter that determines the overall acceptability and profitability of a variety. Rice is a cereal that is consumed mainly as whole milled and boiled grain. An experiment was conducted to study milling, physical and cooking characteristics of six biofortified aerobic rice varieties. The head rice recovery ranged from 79.93 per cent to 92.70 per cent, grain length 5.40 to 6.43 mm, breadth 2.0 to 2.21 mm, L/B ratio 2.40 to 3.21 mm and grain width 2.13 to 2.71 mm, 1000 grain weight 15.03 to 17.06 g and bulk density 0.77 to 0.88 (g / ml). As per dimensional classification Karidaddi, Makam IVT (SHW) 91, Badshahbhog and control sample were of fine type and BI 43 common type. Cooking time ranged from 16 to 20 minutes, per cent increase in weight 168 to 210, per cent increase in volume 226 to 260, water uptake ratio 29.80 to 40.29, kernel elongation ratio 1.27 to 1.57, per cent curled grain 29 to 53 and dispersed solids 2.6 to 5 per cent. Cooking time, per cent increase in weight, per cent increase in volume, water uptake ratio, L/B ratio and dispersed solids were positively correlated with sensory mean scores and whereas length, breadth, kernel elongation ratio and per cent curled grains were negatively correlated with sensory mean scores.

Keywords

Biofortification, Aerobic Rice, Physical And Cooking Characteristics, Milling, Sensory Evalution

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Shilpa Huchchannanavar ¹, D. Vijayalakshmi ², Y. B. Rajeshwari ³, Suvarna Chavannavar ², Usha Ravindra ²

Affiliations
1 KVK, UAS, Raichur, IN
2 UAS, Bangalore, IN
3 KVAFSU, Bangalore, IN

Abstract

Probiotics are dietary supplements containing potentially beneficial bacteria or yeasts. These probiotics promote good health and have therapeutic value. In this regard a study has been conducted to find the effect of probioticated millet mix on cholesterol levels in albino rats. Forty eight male Wistar rats were divided into six groups, all groups showed normal growth. Normal levels of serum hematological and serum values were observed where as Composite Mix Single Probiotic (CMSP) diet showed better results. Reduction in serum cholesterol, triglycerides, VLDL, LDL and improvement in the HDL levels were observed over a period of 45 days in experimental animals. CMSP was found to have good effect when compared to Composite Mix with Mixed Probiotic (CMMP). Hypocholesterolemic effect was observed in rats fed with CMSP diet.

Keywords

Probiotics, Millets, Hypocholesterolemia, Serum Cholesterol.

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Bharati C. Mirajkar ¹, Usha Ravindra ², T. Narayanaswamy ³

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Agriculture, Hassan (Karnataka), IN
2 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Agricultural Sciences, G.K.V.K., Bangalore (Karnataka), IN
3 Department of Agricultural Engineering, College of Agriculture, Hassan (Karnataka), IN

Abstract

The present study was made to evaluate the impact of mid- day meal scheme (MDMS) in Karnataka State. MDM Scheme was implemented in educationally and economically backward North Eastern districts of the state during 2002-03. Later the scheme was extended to other 20 districts of the state under National Programme for Nutritional Support to Primary Education (NP-NSPE) with the title Akshara Dasoha during 2003-04 in a phased manner. As per the directions of the Hon'ble Supreme Court the scheme of providing hot cooked meal is implemented for all the children of classes I to V of both Government and Government aided primary schools. The scheme of providing free food grains @ 3 kg / child per month to children of class I to V of Government aided schools on the basis of 80 per cent of attendance in a month under NP-NSPE is continued during 2002-03 and 2003-04. The programme was extended to VI and VII standards in Government/ Government Aided Schools in the State during 2004 and the programme of providing hot cooked meal transferred to Zilla Panchayat w.e.f. 01.04.2005. The programme is extended to students of VIII standard studying in upgraded primary schools and students of VIII to X standard of Govt and Aided High Schools. Many scholars pointed out in their studies that the scheme has a good impact on child nutrition, school attendance and social equity.

Keywords

Mid-Day Meal, Education, Nutritional Status, Enrolment, Retention.

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Y. Ravi ¹, M. L. Revanna ¹, Usha Ravindra ¹, D. Vijayalakshmi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bangalore - 560065, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Objective: The present study aimed at assessing the nutrition knowledge of the stone cutters at Davanagere district of Karnataka state. Methodology and Statistical Analysis: The questionnaire inclusive of 30 statements related to basic health and nutrition concepts was developed and pre-tested to assess the knowledge of stone workers (Male: 60, Female: 60) at Davanagere district of Karnataka in India.After the nutrition education programme for a month, the post test was conducted by using the same questionnaire. The nutrition knowledge was classified as low, medium and high level based on mean and standard deviation. Findings: The findings revealed that the higher per cent of stone cutter (45.83 %) had low knowledge, followed by 32.50 per cent stone cutter in the medium level and only 21.67 per cent had high knowledge before the intervention. There was a drastic change observed after the intervention. The stone cutters in the low level group were reduced to 25.83 per cent whereas increase in the knowledge level was observed in the medium and high level groups after the intervention (46.67 % vs. 32.50 % and 27.50 % vs. 21.67 % respectively). The chi-square test showed significant difference at one per cent level. Majority of the respondents (56%) had medium level of knowledge in respect to nutrition practices. Conclusion: There was improvement in the nutrition and health practices were observed among male and female respondents after the education provided.

Keywords

Effect, Nutrition Education, Nutrition Knowledge, Stone Cutter.

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V. L. Madhu Prasad ¹, Ramakrishna Naika ¹, Usha Ravindra ¹, M. P. Gokul Raj ¹

Affiliations
1 Directorate of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore (Karnataka), IN

Abstract

The study was conducted in two taluks of Kolar district in Karnataka state. From each taluk three prominent sericulture villages were purposively selected. A sample of 120 sericulturists and from each village 20 sericulturists were selected by simple random technique. The findings revealed that the most utilized seri-byproducts namely, fodder (3 mean score), fuel (3), compost (2.73), biogas (1.83), timber wood (1.55), fruit (1.34), vermicompost (1.33) and mulberry tea (1.00) were in the order of preference. Fodder and fuel were most frequently utilized as seri-byproduct by cent per cent of the respondents followed by compost (84.17%). Correlation analysis between overall utilization pattern of seri-byproducts and various independent variables of the respondents exhibited positive and significant relationship with educational status, farm size, annual farm income, experience in seri-farming, silkworm rearing intensity, extension contact and livestock possession. Hence, various extension educational activities could be taken up by the extension agencies to educate the sericulturists about proper utilization of seri-byproducts which will in turn generate employment and additional income.

Keywords

Utilization Pattern, Seri-Byproducts, Sericulturists.

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V. L. Madhu Prasad ¹, Ramakrishna Naika ¹, Usha Ravindra ¹, M. P. Gokul Raj ¹

Affiliations
1 Directorate of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore (Karnataka), IN

Abstract

The study was conducted purposively in selected three taluks of Kolar. The study revealed that cent per cent of the mulberry cultivators perceived organic manures as more useful, followed by composting of organic wastes (96.67%), organic mulches and green manures (81.67%) and intercropping (75.83%). Cent per cent of the farmers completely adopted organic manures, followed by composting of organic wastes (95.83%) and intercropping (73.33%). Majority of the mulberry cultivators have not adopted vermicompost (70.83%) and bio-fertilizers (65.83%). Out of seven characteristics selected for the study, five viz., education, land holding, social participation, risk orientation and decision making ability had significant relationship with perception and adoption. Besides this, innovative proneness had significant relationship with perception. Thus, it is necessary to intensify the extension educational programmes such as trainings, discussion meetings, demonstrations, field visits etc., for needed perceptual changes in mulberry cultivators. This will enable the farmers to adopt organic farming practices which inturn will help in the production of quality cocoons and pollution free environment.

Keywords

Perception, Adoption, Organic Farming Practices, Mulberry Cultivators.

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V. L. Madhu Prasad ¹, Ramakrishna Naika ², Usha Ravindra ², M. P. Gokul Raj ²

Affiliations
1 Directorate of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore (Karnataka), IN
2 Department of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore (Karnataka), IN

Abstract

A study was undertaken to assess the training needs of CRC owners, to relate their characteristics with training needs and to know their source consultancy pattern. The list of commercial CRC’s in Kolar district was prepared in consultation with Department of Sericulture, Kolar. The structured questionnaire was referred to 74 respondents out of which only 62 have responded. The commercial CRC owners expressed that the training needs were on disinfections and hygiene maintenance (71.66%), chawki rearing appliances (61.29%), pruning chawki garden (53.23%) and chawki rearing house including environment management (48.38%). Out of 12 characteristics studied, only four characteristics namely, education, occupation, area under mulberry and economic motivation had positive and significant relationship with training needs of commercial CRC owners. Majority (61.25%) of the respondents expressed that they were consulting Sericulture Extension Officers as source of information. Hence, Organizing trainings, based on their needs, considering the significantly related characteristics and further strengthening the most consulted information source be brought about awareness for increased quality cocoon production.

Keywords

Training Needs, Source Consultancy Pattern, Commercial Chawki Rearing Centre.

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