Bayer Crop Science recently sent a delegation to the International Rice Research Institute – South Asia Regional Centre (IRRI-ISARC) in Varanasi, India. The visit aimed to enhance collaboration on hybrid and direct-seeded rice. The delegation included four members, led by Federico Vartorelli and Hema Reddy HB. They met with Dr. Sudhanshu Singh, the director of…
In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural innovation, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has launched the Centre of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA). This new centre aims to foster collaboration and innovation among countries in the Global South. The launch took place during the Conference on Global South…
Weather patterns are changing across India due to several cyclonic circulations. This week, states like Meghalaya, Bihar, Rajasthan, Odisha, Kerala, and Delhi-NCR will see heavy rains, thunderstorms, and heatwave alerts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forewarned that these weather changes could lead to significant impacts on agriculture and daily life. In Meghalaya, the forecast…
The Maharashtra FYJC Admission process for 2025 is in full swing. The Round 1 registration window closed today, June 5, 2025, at 2 PM. Students who have registered can soon check the provisional merit list on the official website, mahafyjcadmissions.in. This year, a total of 10,85,851 students have applied for First-Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions,…
Mahindra Susten, the renewable energy arm of the Mahindra Group, has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving impressive savings of 262 crore litres of water and 8.4 million units (MU) of energy in the financial year 2025. This achievement showcases the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and innovative AgTech solutions. The focus on sustainable agriculture…
At the National Agriculture-Renewable Energy Conference 2025, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan discussed the need for integrating solar energy into farming. He highlighted that agricultural output has increased by 40% since Prime Minister Modi took office. Chouhan emphasized that solar energy could improve farmer prosperity while also protecting the environment. The conference, organized by the…
Gujarat is about to see a significant boost in agricultural research with the establishment of the Beej Anusandhan Kendra (BAK). This new research center aims to enhance seed development and promote sustainable agriculture. A formal Tripartite Service Agreement was signed on June 3, 2025, between three key organizations: the International Crops Research Institute for the…
Neha Luke, a former corporate professional, made a remarkable shift from the corporate world to organic farming. Her journey began when she faced unexpected job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Instead of despair, Neha saw this as an opportunity to pursue her long-held dream of connecting with nature. With her husband, she invested…
Every year, over 11 million tonnes of plastic waste enter our waters. This pollution harms both the environment and human health. On World Environment Day 2025, the global community unites to fight this crisis under the theme #BeatPlasticPollution. World Environment Day will be celebrated on June 5, 2025, and will focus on ending plastic pollution….
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many people are excited about chocolate. However, the future of chocolate is uncertain due to climate change. Cocoa, the main ingredient in chocolate, is under threat. Cocoa trees grow best in certain conditions, mainly in regions near the equator. These areas are experiencing rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns, which affect…
