Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a staple food for over 600 million people, particularly in developing countries. Despite its significance as an energy source, cassava lacks essential nutrients such as iron and protein, contributing to malnutrition-related issues like anemia and protein deficiency. Biofortification, through genetic engineering and selective breeding, enhances cassava?s nutritional profile by increasing iron and protein levels. This strategy has the potential to mitigate malnutrition and improve public health, especially in regions where cassava is a dietary mainstay. However, challenges such as consumer acceptance and nutrient retention during processing must be addressed to ensure widespread adoption. Continued research, education, and policy support are crucial for the success of biofortified cassava.

A lack of seedling emergence and a lack of stand establishment are major problems in lowrainfall regions; controlling soil texture and structure is a major problem in semi-arid regions; farmers with limited resources are often unable to properly prepare fine seedbeds for planting, which puts them at a greater disadvantage than more forward-thinking farmers; on the other hand, successful stand establishment increases competitiveness against weeds, increases drought tolerance, increases yields, and reduces the expensive and timeconsuming need for re-sowing. It is well known that seed priming increases germination rates, shortens seedling emergence time, and improves stand establishment. By improving crop emergence rates, speeding up crop development, cutting down on overall crop length, and increasing productivity, this simple, affordable method of on-farm seed priming, when improved and developed with farmer participation, can greatly improve farmers' incomes. The importance of seed priming in establishing strong crop stands and successful emergence has been shown by extensive study.

The Tripureswari duck, an indigenous breed from Tripura, has been officially recognized for its adaptability, resilience and economic potential in poultry farming. Known for high egg production, quality meat and suitability for wetlands, it plays a vital role in rural livelihoods, food security and sustainable farming. This article explores its journey from traditional rearing to formal recognition while addressing challenges like large-scale breeding, disease resistance and market acceptance. Emphasizing the need for conservation, research and policy support, it highlights the breed?s ecological and economic significance in Indian poultry sector.