Agriculture

Sebi extends futures trading ban on seven agri-commodities till Jan 2025

Shorter extension tenure kindles hope of early resumption of futures in some commodities

Rajasthan: Rabi sowing almost complete in state, says agri dept official

According to government data, 88 per cent of wheat sowing has been completed in the state till December

Farm profits to be higher this kharif season due to higher output: Study

The report said that region-wise farm profitability in the northern belt was expected to be relatively better than in the southern belt, while the eastern and western belts presented a mixed bag

Green Revolution's unintended fallout: Deepening of India's farming crisis

The programme spared India from famine and the humiliation of its ship-to-mouth existence from Public Law or PL480 wheat shipments from the US

As DAP sales dip, farmers turn to more beneficial NPKS, shows data

MOP sales buck trend, rise 20% in kharif 2024

Rabi acreage larger than last year for most crops; mustard down, shows data

The drop in mustard acreage could be attributed to low price realisation by oilseed farmers, especially those growing soybean and groundnut in the kharif season

We will always be open to talks with Tafe: Massey Ferguson's Luis Felli

He talks about the issues with TAFE and the future roadmap in one of the company's first interviews since the 'tractor war' began

Uttar Pradesh green plan: Use technology to help boost agriculture

Over the next few years, the state aims to increase value of farm exports from Rs 20,000 crore to Rs 50,000 crore by boosting productivity and food processing

Agritech revolution: Startups offer opportunities for agricultural growth

Leveraging agritech startups successfully requires an increased focus on agricultural research and innovation

Cabinet approves Rs 2,481 crore national mission on natural farming

In 2019-20, the Central government initiated a programme on natural farming titled Bhartiya Prakratik Krishi Paddhati

Trump picks Brooke Rollins for agri secy, praises her work for US farmers

Following her nomination, Rollins expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating that it will be the honour of her life to advocate for America's farmers and agricultural communities

How Digital Innovation is Cultivating the Future of Business in Agriculture

No basis for claims of large-scale public distribution system leak: Govt

When scaled to the total National Food Security Act beneficiary population of 806 million, the annual household consumption exceeds 85.56 million tones/mt

One tonne of burnt stubble causes 20 kg soil nitrogen loss, say scientists

According to ICAR scientists, stubble burning leads to the complete loss of nitrogen, while phosphorus is only slightly recoverable

Farm fires reach five-year high in Rajasthan, Delhi; record low in Punjab

In Delhi, all reported cases were concentrated in the North and North West districts. Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category on Monday, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 494

Rajasthan govt to train NREGA, agricultural workers for better livelihoods

Under the scheme, one adult member from families who have completed at least 100 days of employment under the NREGA programme would be trained

Paddy procurement begins, target set to purchase 16 million tonnes

In all, 14,562 farmers sold their paddy on the first day, though a total of 24,748 tokens were issued for the day

Godrej Agrovet, Provivi partner to launch eco-friendly pest control

Agribusiness firm Godrej Agrovet (GAVL) on Monday said it has formed a strategic partnership with US-based Provivi to introduce sustainable pheromone-based pest control solutions for India's rice and corn farmers. Under the agreement, GAVL will distribute Provivi's YSB Eco-Dispenser for controlling yellow stem borer in rice crops. The company has also secured exclusive commercialisation rights in India for the FAW Eco-Dispenser, which targets fall armyworm in corn. "With changing climatic conditions leading to increased pest challenges, it's more important than ever to empower Indian farmers with innovative, sustainable technologies," GAVL Managing Director Balram Singh Yadav said in a statement. The biodegradable pest control products are expected to be available to Indian farmers by 2029, the companies said. India, a major global rice exporter and significant corn producer, faces ongoing challenges from crop-damaging pests that increase production costs for farmers. "This ...

Reservoir water levels steady, except in North India, shows data

Despite the delayed monsoon, residual soil moisture is expected to be good

Agro Tech Foods buys Bharti group's Del Monte Foods in Rs 1,300 cr deal

The acquisition, valued at Rs 1,300 crore, will be completed within nine months