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Page 8 - Farming

Centre, UT taking steps to connect farming sector with global chain: J&K LG

Jammu and Kashmir L-G Manoj Sinha said the central government as well as the Union Territory administration is taking several novel initiatives to connect the farming sector with global market chain.

Centre, UT taking steps to connect farming sector with global chain: J&K LG
Updated On : 04 Apr 2021 | 6:59 AM IST

Climate change cut global farming productivity 21% since 1960s

A new study shows that global farming productivity is 21 per cent lower than it could have been without climate change.

Climate change cut global farming productivity 21% since 1960s
Updated On : 02 Apr 2021 | 2:08 PM IST

Climate change to put UK's farming, dairy sector under massive stress

The UK's two important farming sectors, dairy and potato growing, will be badly hit by climate change over the next 30 to 50 years, the country's national weather service the Met Office has warned

Climate change to put UK's farming, dairy sector under massive stress
Updated On : 21 Mar 2021 | 10:07 AM IST

Retail inflation for farm and rural workers increase in February

Retail inflation for farm workers and rural labourers rose to 2.67 per cent and 2.76 per cent in February against 2.17 per cent and 2.35 per cent respectively in January, 2021

Retail inflation for farm and rural workers increase in February
Updated On : 19 Mar 2021 | 4:44 PM IST

Budget 2021: Agri infra cess of Rs 2.5 on petrol and Rs 4 on diesel

According to the Budget documents, Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess of Rs 2.5 per litre has been imposed on petrol and Rs 4 per litre on diesel

Budget 2021: Agri infra cess of Rs 2.5 on petrol and Rs 4 on diesel
Updated On : 02 Feb 2021 | 2:15 AM IST

Need to see farming as modern biz enterprise; reforms needed: Eco Survey

The Economic Survey on Friday suggested the government to see farm sector as a "modern business enterprise" for which "urgent reforms" are required to enable sustainable and consistent growth

Need to see farming as modern biz enterprise; reforms needed: Eco Survey
Updated On : 29 Jan 2021 | 8:55 PM IST

Agritech charts a different course for the primary tiller of the land

From warehousing, water credit to farmland management, these start-ups are helping farmers thrive

Agritech charts a different course for the primary tiller of the land
Updated On : 22 Dec 2020 | 4:49 PM IST

Agrochemicals major Bayer forays into India's home garden segment

The company launches mini packs of hybrids vegetable seeds

Agrochemicals major Bayer forays into India's home garden segment
Updated On : 10 Dec 2020 | 6:27 PM IST

Farmers sow rabi crops in larger area as monsoon withdrawal gets delayed

In all, the average area under rabi crops in the last five years is 62.02 million hectares which means that so far 43 per cent of normal area has been covered this year

Farmers sow rabi crops in larger area as monsoon withdrawal gets delayed
Updated On : 21 Nov 2020 | 12:26 AM IST

This entrepreneur uses tech to help farmers improve cultivation methods

His first product was an AI-enabled I-card that mapped crops, soil and pesticides relevant to the farmer, and helped him buy inputs compatible with his needs

This entrepreneur uses tech to help farmers improve cultivation methods
Updated On : 03 Nov 2020 | 10:23 PM IST

Will examine Punjab farm Bills thoroughly: Union Agriculture Minister

Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Tuesday said the Centre will 'thoroughly examine' the bills passed by the Punjab Assembly

Will examine Punjab farm Bills thoroughly: Union Agriculture Minister
Updated On : 20 Oct 2020 | 10:54 PM IST

Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology initiates asafoetida farming

Farmers of the remote Lahaul Valley in Himachal Pradesh have started taking up cultivation of asafoetida (hing), mainly due to the efforts of the Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology

Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology initiates asafoetida farming
Updated On : 19 Oct 2020 | 8:54 PM IST

Collective bargaining for better deals could make contract farming tick

Experts say Act raises questions on provisions that should have been debated

Collective bargaining for better deals could make contract farming tick
Updated On : 28 Sep 2020 | 6:07 AM IST

Tractor sales rise nearly 65% year on year in Aug as farming holds steady

Industry remains optimistic for festival months as the supply side has improved significantly compared to last month.

Tractor sales rise nearly 65% year on year in Aug as farming holds steady
Updated On : 18 Sep 2020 | 11:12 PM IST

Farming, fin inclusion weakest spots in aspirational districts plan: study

Most districts are 40-90% off target; Initiatives on water resources and skill development also need much attention

Farming, fin inclusion weakest spots in aspirational districts plan: study
Updated On : 18 Sep 2020 | 1:40 AM IST

Wholesale-retail inflation gap the widest in vegetables and pulses

As a result, though consumers might have been paying more for these crops, farmers have gained little

Wholesale-retail inflation gap the widest in vegetables and pulses
Updated On : 16 Sep 2020 | 3:17 PM IST

Zero-budget farming raises incomes but demands more labour and time: study

A staggering 87% of those using the method have not been able to get a better price for their produce than those who did not go for it

Zero-budget farming raises incomes but demands more labour and time: study
Updated On : 09 Sep 2020 | 12:58 AM IST

India pins hopes on farms to boost a troubled economy. It may not be enough

The optimism about the sector has been fueled by timely rains, a good monsoon and an increase in the crop area. But here's a look at the risks that may curb growth going forward

India pins hopes on farms to boost a troubled economy. It may not be enough
Updated On : 04 Sep 2020 | 11:58 AM IST

Farming on the cusp of change

The concept of interlinking different agricultural activities to make an integrated farming system has begun to catch on

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Updated On : 23 Aug 2020 | 10:27 PM IST

Healthy, well-spread rainfall raises hope amid Covid-19: CRISIL DRIP

But DRIP scores show some stress for three states and three crops

Healthy, well-spread rainfall raises hope amid Covid-19: CRISIL DRIP
Updated On : 11 Aug 2020 | 2:09 AM IST