India is one of the most population countries of the world. Indian agriculture under the climate change conditions is continuously support to feed the 1.42 billion populations because of largest agri-regions (20), different climates (15) and soil types (46 out of 60) of the world. The climate change is great challenge all over the world but in these situations, India is largest producer of many agricultural commodities as milk, tea, pulses, spices, jute, cashew and second major grower of cereals as rice, wheat and oilseeds, sugarcane, cotton furthermore, second in horticultural crops like fruits and vegetables and major producer of banana and mango. But the population is increasing at fast rate so counter it, there is need the rigid transformation of Indian agriculture in the era of climate change. In this article discussed the strategies or approaches for the transformation in Indian agriculture as suggested by different experts at scientific basis.
Cold plasma (CP) is an advanced, non-thermal plasma processing technology with significant potential for preserving fruits and fruit juices. Recent research shows that CP processing has attracted attention in fruit processing and storage. The inactivation of microorganisms and extended shelf life of fruits by CP treatment is influenced by several factors, including the type of plasma reactor, discharge power, treatment time, and the inert gas used. This review highlights how CP can effectively extend the shelf life of fruits, eliminate harmful bacteria and maintain the nutrients, flavour, and colour of the fruits and fruit juices. Unlike conventional high-temperature treatments, CP uses low temperatures to keep fruits fresh and safe without causing damage to quality. Additionally, the study describes various plasma systems, their principles of operation, and their applications in the fruit processing industry. Overall, non-thermal plasma demonstrates significant potential in ensuring the safety and freshness of fruits and fruit juices while meeting consumer demands for high-quality products.
