Agriculture News

• Mango Mela's Duration Cut Short as Yield Takes a Hit

  Visitors to the Mango Mela can expect a wide variety of mangoes available for sale, including Raspuri, Badami, Bainganpalli, Sakkargutthi, and Mallika. Despite the shortened duration, mango enthusiasts in Bengaluru can still savor the flavors of this beloved summer fruit and support local farmers during…

• MP to Host National Program Commemorating ‘World Bee Day’ in Balaghat

  As World Bee Day approaches, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare's celebration serves as a testament to the government's commitment to fostering scientific beekeeping, promoting entrepreneurship, and realizing the transformative power of bees in India's agricultural landscape.…

• Russia Agrees to Extend Ukraine Grain Deal for 2 More Months, Confirms Turkish Prez

  Russia and Turkey have agreed to extend the Ukraine Black Sea grain deal for an additional two months, as announced by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The extension comes just before the expiration of the previous 60-day extension, which was agreed upon in March, according…

• K’taka Postal Dept Delivers 19 Tonnes of Fresh Mangoes from Farmers

  Mango lovers in Karnataka have a reason to rejoice as they can now enjoy the convenience of having their favourite fruit delivered right to their doorstep.…

• Tamil Nadu: Cabbage Price Plummets, Left to Rot in Kodaikanal Hills

  Small and marginal farmers in Attuvampatti village near Kodaikanal hills are facing a grim situation as their fully grown cabbage crops are being left to decay in the fields. The farmers, plagued by the prospect of receiving unfair returns, are devastated by the alarmingly low…

• Sarbananda Sonowal to Inaugurate NAM Conclave in New Delhi Tomorrow

  The Ministry of Ayush is set to organize a National Ayush Mission Conclave in New Delhi, spanning two days from the 18th to the 19th of May 2023. The event will be inaugurated by Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Cabinet Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping…

• MH Cotton Farmers Demand Rs 5000 per Quintal Subsidy: Rally to Voice Concerns

  The farmers' rally serves as a powerful call for government intervention and support to address the pressing issues faced by cotton farmers in Maharashtra, ensuring the sustainability and prosperity of this vital agricultural sector.…

• Govt Approves Rs 1.08 Lakh Crore Kharif Fertiliser Subsidy to Boost Agriculture Sector

  Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed the media at the National Media Center in New Delhi on May 17, 2023, revealing significant updates on Cabinet decisions.…

• Farmers Reluctant to Sow Cotton Despite Bhagwant Mann Govt's Plan for 3 Lakh Ha

  Punjab has the potential to bring around 8 lakh hectares under cotton cultivation. Sowing for this season began in April, and so far, farmers have completed cultivation across 1.21 lakh hectares. The process will continue until the end of May or early June.…

• 1168 Farmers Shortlisted for Phase II of Organic Farming in 7 Blocks of Bhagalpur, Bihar

  In a bid to promote the practice of organic farming, the agriculture department officials have been actively supplying ‘organic inputs’ to farmers as part of the second phase of the organic corridor initiative in the Bhagalpur region over the past couple of years.…

• IIITB & IIHR Collaborate to Develop Automated Greenhouse System for Precision Agriculture

  The Indian Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIITB) has joined forces with the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) to develop a groundbreaking IoT-based Data Sensing System known as AutoGrow. This innovative project aims to revolutionize precision agriculture through the creation of an autonomous greenhouse…

• North Eastern Handlooms Corp Partners with IIP to Promote Sustainable Packaging for Handicraft Products

  North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Ltd. (NEHHDC) and the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) have recently joined forces through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at revolutionizing the packaging of handloom and handicraft products from the North Eastern region.…

• J-K Govt Introduces MIP for Apples to Support Local Growers

  The introduction of Minimum Import Price (MIP) is seen as a significant step towards ensuring a sustainable future for apple farming in the region, with many farmers now hoping to reclaim their lost market share and regain their economic stability.…

• Parshottam Rupala to Join Phase V of Sagar Parikrama: Raigad to Canacona Voyage Begins on May 17

  The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying has recently announced the launch of Phase-V of the Sagar Parikrama initiative, a significant undertaking aimed at addressing the challenges faced by fishers and stakeholders while enhancing their economic prospects.…

• India & EU Collaborate to Accelerate Ongoing Talks for Trade Agreement, WTO Reforms

  Recognizing the significance of their shared goals, they emphasized the importance of pursuing consensus-based solutions that support the livelihoods and food security of millions in India and other developing regions.…

• Govt Approved Projects Worth Rs. 14659.12 Cr till March, Says Rupala

  Rupala emphasized the transformative impact of PMMSY in enhancing the fisheries sector's contribution to India's GDP and praised the innovative measures taken by the government and stakeholders in promoting a ‘new blue revolution.’…

• Coalition of GM-Free India Accuses Govt of Misleading SC on Herbicide-Tolerant Nature of GM Mustard

  NGOs opposing genetically modified (GM) crops have accused the government of misleading the Supreme Court regarding the herbicide-tolerant (HT) nature of GM mustard.…

• Papaya Emerges as a Savior for Farmers as Armyworm Ravages Corn in Thoothukudi

  Numerous small and marginalized horticultural farmers in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu are displaying a keen interest in transitioning from corn crops to papaya due to the numerous advantages associated with papayas, revealed A Varadharajan, the president of Karisalbhoomi Vivasayigal Sangam.…

• Tomar Inaugurates Integrated Biological Control Lab in Hyderabad

  The Integrated Biological Control Laboratory at the National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM) in Hyderabad, Telangana, was inaugurated today by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar.…

• US Prez Thanks UAE for Collaboration in Advancing AIM4C Initiative

  The United States President, Joe Biden, expressed his appreciation to the United Arab Emirates for their productive partnership in organizing the "Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate" (AIM for Climate / AIM4C) initiative.…

• Global Efforts Intensify to Combat Illegal, Unreported & Unregulated Fishing

  The Fourth Meeting of the Parties to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations’ Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA) has agreed to ramp up efforts to combat Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing.…

• Mudassachem Fest: Celebrating Goa's Culture of Millets, Mangoes & Music at Goa College of Agriculture on May 14

  The Goa College of Agriculture is set to host the Mudassachem fest on May 14, celebrating the unique and rich culture of Goa through its millets, mangoes, and music. The festival will take place from 11 am to 3 pm and aims to promote the…

• Kisan Sampark Abhiyan Reaches New Heights: 80,000 Farmers Engage Across J-K, 800 Panchayats Covered in Just 3 Weeks

  More than 80,000 farmers attended the Kisan Sampark Abhiyan's three rounds of the orientation program across all districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Jammu and Kashmir, made this announcement in an official release on Thursday.…

• J&K's ACS Flags off Vegetable Seedlings for Gurez under HADP

  The Agriculture Production Department of Jammu and Kashmir has taken a significant step towards promoting vegetable cultivation in the far-flung areas of the state.…

• APC Dr. Ashish Kr. Bhutani Inspects Seed Farm in Assam's Golaghat District

  The State Agriculture department led by Additional Chief Secretary and Agriculture Production Commissioner, Dr. Ashish Kr. Bhutani, visited the Fallangani Seed Farm in Golaghat district.…

• IMD Issues Heatwave Advisory for Tamil Nadu: Temperatures to Hit 42°C

  The Indian Meteorological Department has cautioned people in Tamil Nadu about a rise in temperatures till May 14.…

• J&K Farmers Adopt Modern Tech for Wheat Threshing, Increasing Productivity & Saving Time

  Farmers in the remote Kambal Danga Panchayat in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir are now opting for modern agricultural technology to thresh their wheat crops. With the help of a tractor thresher machine, the process of threshing that used to take farmers 9-10…

• Coca-Cola's Massive Investment of USD 650 Mn to Expand Fairlife Milk Production in US

  Fairlife’s new facility is expected to source milk from local milk co-operatives and distribute them to retailers across the region.…

• Uttarakhand CM Inaugurates Millet Festival to Promote Millet Cultivation

  Millet festival organized by the Uttarakhand government is a significant step towards promoting millet cultivation among farmers.…

• Union Minister Calls for Mass Adoption of Agri Tech to Take India Towards USD 5 Trillion Economy

  The Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Kailash Choudhary, recently emphasized the need for mass adoption of modern farming technologies to realize the goal of a five trillion-dollar economy in India.…

• HP Horticulture Department Introduces 6 New Mango Varieties

  Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Development Project will also aid in increasing productivity from limited land. With the addition of the new varieties, the mango crops of Himachal Pradesh will become more diverse, which will help farmers receive better prices for their crops.…

• Himachal Turns to Sikkim's Orchids to Revive Its Struggling Floriculture Industry

  A team of horticulture officers is studying ways to develop commercial growing of orchids at the Central Orchid Research Centre in Sikkim, which has a similar environment to Himachal Pradesh. The employees will also be trained on orchid marketing.…

• India's Summer Crop Area Witnesses Slight Decline, Reaches 69.2 Lakh Hectares

  According to the latest data from India's agriculture ministry, the area under summer crops has decreased slightly to 69.20 lakh hectares, as compared to 70.39 lakh hectares in the same period last year.…

• FAO Warns of Severe Locust Outbreak Across 8 Provinces in Afghanistan

  The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has raised an alarm about a large-scale outbreak of Moroccan locusts in eight provinces in Afghanistan's wheat-growing north and northeast regions, according to Khaama Press.…

• Revolutionizing Agriculture: 1,200 'Krishikootams' Set to Launch on May 16

  The launch of 1,200 Krishikootams under the Value-Added Agriculture Mission is a positive step towards promoting sustainable agriculture practices and improving the livelihoods of farmers in the state.…

• 17 Cooperative Banks Collaborate for Farming Venture in Kalamassery, Inspired by Palliyakkal Model

  Seventeen cooperative banks and organizations have come together to launch the 'Krishikkoppam Kalamassery' initiative, inspired by the success of the Palliyakkal Service Cooperative Bank.…

• 800 Farmers & Entrepreneurs Approved to Use GI Tag for 13 North-East Products

  In a significant boost for farmers and entrepreneurs in the northeastern region, a central government agency has authorized 800 individuals to use the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for 13 agricultural products.…

• Arunachal Pradesh Governor Urges Yazali Residents to Boost Agriculture, Horticulture & Tourism

  Governor's visit to Lower Subansiri District highlights the state's potential for growth and development in various sectors.…

• Telangana Govt to Soon Launch Agriculture Data Exchange to Boost Research & Innovation

  Researchers and technology companies observed that data availability was a limiting factor for developing agriculture technology solutions. This limitation encompassed different aspects such as large-scale produce, rainfall, water facilities, farmers' information, and demographic data.…

• Punjab Govt Grants Rs 4.07 Cr for Horticulture Promotion in Sangrur & Malerkotla Districts

  The Sangrur district administration in Punjab has approved Rs 4.07 crore to enhance the horticulture sector in Sangrur and the bordering Malerkotla districts.…

• Summer Crop Area in India Sees Slight Decline from 68.81 Lakh Hectares to 67.72

  Agriculture Ministry recently released data indicating a slight decrease in the area covered by summer crops this year, as compared to the same period last year.…

• Agri Minister Tage Taki Explores Oil Palm Cultivation During Indonesia Tour

  Palm oil production is vital to the Indonesian economy because the country is the world's largest producer and user of the commodity, accounting for almost half of the global supply.…

• Nashik Agri Dept Devises Contingency Plan for Weak or Delayed Monsoons

  The Nashik agriculture department has developed a comprehensive list of recommendations for farmers to prepare for a weak or delayed monsoon season. The department has suggested crops that are suitable for cultivation under such circumstances and also advised farmers to avoid certain crops.…

• Horticulture Dept Issues Advisory for Orchardists Affected by Snow & Hail

  In response to the recent snow and hailstorms that have hit the south Kashmir districts of Anantnag, Kulgam, and Shopian, the Kashmir Horticulture Department has issued an advisory for orchardists.…

• Agri and Allied Sectors’ Crop Share Drop by 7.5 Percentage Point in Last 10 Years, NSO Reports

  In the previous ten years, the proportion of crops in the gross value of agriculture and related industries' production has decreased by 7.5 percentage points.…

• Jeera Reaches New High at Rs 48,000/quintal Due to Robust Export Demand

  On Monday, the price of jeera (cumin seed) reached a new high of Rs 48,420 per quintal on NCDEX due to a surge in export demand and limited supply. The NCDEX Jeera May futures peaked at Rs 48,420 before dropping to Rs 46,560 later in…

• TNAU's Innovative Solution: Capsule to Combat Whitefly Pest Infestation on Coconut Crops

  An Integrated Pest Management capsule has been developed by the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University located in Coimbatore, aimed at safeguarding coconut crops from the Rugose Spiralling Whitefly, which has become prevalent.…

• Rampaging Wild Boars Cause Havoc, Destroy Crops In North Kashmir

  On Saturday, residents of the Hajin area in Bandipora district of North Kashmir cautioned that farmers are facing a challenging adversary in the form of wild boars.…

• 2.50 Lakh Cotton Bales from Australia to Boost Gujarat's Textile Industry

  The textile industry is experiencing a surge in demand for imported cotton as local arrivals have decreased. Sources reveal that Indian spinners have placed orders for 2.50 lakh duty-free bales from Australia, and this consignment is expected to arrive in India within three months.…

• Govt Sets a Record Production of 332MT Millets, OilSeed, Pulses & Other; Despite EL Nino’s Effect

  Amid of El Nano effect, the government sets a goal for a record production of foodgrains of 332MT which includes oilseed, pulses, and millets.…