Page-8 of Agriculture Current Affairs
Agri Ministry to Launch CROPIC
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in India is set to launch CROPIC, an innovative initiative aimed at enhancing crop monitoring and loss assessment. CROPIC stands for...
India-US Agricultural Trade Relations and Tariff Reforms
India is currently navigating a complex landscape in its agricultural trade relations with the United States. A recent working paper by NITI Aayog marks the need for India...
Stingless Bees Enhance Crop Yields
Recent research marks the role of stingless bees in agriculture. Conducted by Nagaland University, the study reveals how these bees can improve crop yields and quality. The research...
India’s Agricultural Trade
India’s agricultural trade has witnessed developments in recent years. In the fiscal year 2024-25, agricultural exports rose by 6.4% to reach $51.9 billion. This increase contrasts sharply with...
Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems
The recent designation of new Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) marks the importance of traditional farming practices. These systems are recognised for their role in preserving biodiversity...
Hybrid Paddy Seeds
Punjab’s agricultural landscape faces uncertainty regarding hybrid paddy seeds. The state government has set June 1 for paddy transplantation. However, a court ruling on seed usage is pending,...
Rice and Wheat Cultivation in India
India’s agricultural landscape has seen shift towards rice and wheat cultivation. This trend has been driven by various factors, including government support, irrigation availability, and advancements in crop...
India’s Agricultural Shift
The Government of India’s recent agricultural strategy aims to reduce paddy cultivation by 5 million hectares to promote pulses and oilseeds. This initiative is driven by the need...
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan Campaign
The ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ is agricultural campaign set to run from May 29 to June 12, 2025. The initiative aims to educate and assist 1 to 1.5...
Odisha Millet Mission
The Odisha Millet Mission (OMM) was launched in 2017 to revive traditional millet cultivation in Odisha. This initiative aimed to restore millets to local diets and enhance the...
Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project
The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) in Telangana, once hailed as a revolutionary initiative for water management, is now embroiled in controversy. The National Dam Safety Authority’s (NDSA)...
