Author Archives: Anchana

India has released about 1 in 10 of the mutagenically-bred varietals on the planet, with a focus on mutant breeds of rice, wheat and black dal. These genomes are selected for chemical and radiation breeding experiments because they are ubiquitous in the Indian diet. During breeding trials mutagenic cultivars are selected based on traits such [...]

My tongue is given a lot more preference than my stomach. Studying in a boarding school where good food is a luxury, translates into eating a lot of good food when it has been spotted. Unfortunately for me, I am now on a student budget, which means most of my good food, is junk. I [...]

Hey I am Anchana I am from Coimbatore, I studied in Rishivalley, and have been studying in Srishti school of art and design for the past one and a half years. The nostalgic history Banana leaves and silver plates, The aromas of spices and vegetables Bubbling gravy, oil soaked newspaper sitting on a high chair [...]