Topic: agriculture
Cabinet Launches Cotton Productivity Mission
The Union Cabinet has launched the Cotton Productivity Mission to improve cotton yield and strengthen the cotton value chain in India. Cotton is a major commercial crop and...
Benefits of Gene Sanctuaries in India
Gene sanctuaries are protected areas aimed at conserving the genetic diversity of flora and fauna. Their primary purpose is to safeguard endangered species and their habitats. This ensures...
Advancements in Agricultural Insurance Technology
Agricultural insurance is essential for risk management in farming. It protects farmers from losses due to natural disasters, pests, and diseases. Recent technological advancements have improved the agricultural...
India Boosts Agriculture with New Initiatives
The Government of India has recently launched several programs aimed at revitalizing the agriculture sector, which focus on enhancing farm production, increasing farmer incomes, and promoting sustainable practices....
Moths Hear Plant Sounds to choose Egg-Laying Spot: New Study
Recent research reveals that moths can hear sounds produced by plants, conducted by a team of 17 Israeli researchers, was published last month. It explores how female moths...
Farmer IDs: Gujarat Leads in Digital Farmer Identification
In September 2024, Gujarat initiated the Digital Agriculture Mission and introduced “Farmer IDs” for 25% of its farmers. It is an advancement toward a digital agriculture ecosystem, part...
RuTAG 2.0 Annual Review Meeting Highlights
The first annual review meeting of Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG) 2.0 occurred on December 5-6, 2024, at SKUAST in Srinagar, Kashmir. The meeting aimed to assess the...
World Soil Day 2024 Observed on December 05
World Soil Day is celebrated annually on December 5 and commemorates its 10th anniversary. This year’s theme is “Caring for Soils – Measure, Monitor, Manage”, which focuses on...
What is Hybrid Agricultural Intelligence?
Moravec’s paradox illustrates how AI excels at complex tasks but struggles with simple, interactive ones. This opens the door for combining human intelligence with AI, especially in agriculture....
Ashraya: New Farmer Service Centres Launched in Kerala
The Agriculture Department has introduced ‘Ashraya’ farmer service centres, which aim to provide digital services to farmers across the Kerala. They are an extension of the recently launched...
Mission Arun Himveer
The government of Arunachal Pradesh has launched ‘Mission Arun Himveer’, which aims to improve market access for agricultural and horticultural products. It was announced in Itanagar with the...
