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Kharif Rice Procurement Trends in 2024

Recently, the Kharif rice procurement landscape has shown varied results across state of Indias. Punjab and Haryana, known for their agricultural output, have reported lower procurement figures compared...

January 3, 2025

Innovative Bacteria Combat Soil Contamination

Soil contamination poses challenge in agriculture, threatening crop health and yield. Toxic compounds hinder seed germination and plant growth. Traditional remediation methods, such as chemical treatments, often fail...

January 3, 2025

Govt Announces New Subsidy and Insurance Initiatives for Farmers

The Union Cabinet of India has recently announced measures to support farmers. These initiatives include a one-time special subsidy for Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertiliser and the continuation of...

January 2, 2025

What is Hydroponic Farming?

Agartala, Tripura, is witnessing advancements in hydroponic farming, which is gaining traction across India. The state has transitioned from small, portable systems to larger, commercial setups, which aim...

December 28, 2024

New Multipurpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (MPACS) Launched

The Government of India has recently inaugurated 10,000 new Multipurpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (MPACS) to enhance rural development, aims to modernize the cooperative sector and improve financial...

December 27, 2024

Maharashtra Launches Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0

Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has initiated the Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0, which aims to enhance agricultural energy through reliable solar power. The launch event took place...

December 26, 2024

Kisan Kavach: India’s First Anti-Pesticide Bodysuit Launched

The Kisan Kavach, India’s pioneering anti-pesticide bodysuit, was recently revealed by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, and aims to protect farmers from the adverse effects of pesticides. The...

December 18, 2024

New Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS)

The Government of India has launched a new Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS) to support small farmers, introduced by Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi, which allocates...

December 18, 2024

RBI Raises Collateral-Free Loan Limit for Farmers to ₹2 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in the limit for collateral-free loans available to farmers. This change, effective from January 1, aims to support...

December 16, 2024

Malwa Canal Project

The Malwa Canal project in Punjab, Proposed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has sparked debate due to its environmental implications, as it aims to enhance agricultural productivity in...

December 16, 2024

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