The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for widespread rainfall across India. This is due to multiple weather systems that are causing intense monsoon activity. Heavy to extremely heavy showers are expected in states like Gujarat, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of North and South India through July 1. The IMD has provided a…
As India approaches a crucial trade deal with the United States, farmer organisations are expressing strong concerns. The deal, which is expected to be finalised by July 9, could lead to duty cuts on various agricultural products, including soybean, corn, apples, and dairy. Farmer groups warn that such changes could harm small and marginal farmers…
In Digital Harvest: Unmasking the Corporate Enclosure of Food, Colin Todhunter, a Research Associate of the Centre for Research on Globalization (CRG), delivers a sharp and polemical critique of the contemporary global food system. This short book is designed for the digital age, offering “valuable content quickly and efficiently” for readers consuming material across various…
On June 24, 2025, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced a new initiative called the ‘Crop War’. This initiative aims to improve the production of key crops like sugarcane, pulses, oilseeds, soybean, and cotton. The announcement was made during a review meeting at the ICAR Pusa Campus in New Delhi….
Maharashtra is facing a serious shortage of urea and diammonium phosphate (DAP) fertilizers as the kharif sowing season approaches. This shortage is causing significant stress for farmers who are trying to prepare their fields for planting. Stakeholders have raised concerns about the government’s failure to supply adequate fertilizers, which are essential for crop cultivation. Currently,…
The Uttar Pradesh government is making a significant move to boost potato farming in the state. They have approved the establishment of the International Potato Centre (IPC) in Agra. This centre will be a regional branch of the renowned IPC located in Lima, Peru. The government has allotted 10 hectares of land for this purpose,…
In a revolutionary move, Prof. Chittaranjan Kole is changing the way agriculture works in India. He believes that farmers should lead their own learning and development. The ‘Farmers’ Academy’ is his idea to bring this vision to life. This approach puts farmers in charge of their education, research, and the services they need. Prof. Kole’s…
Amrita Bharti is a remarkable entrepreneur from Pune, India. She made a bold decision to leave her corporate job and dive into organic farming. Her journey began with a simple balcony garden. Today, she runs Hariyali Farms, a thriving two-acre organic farm and agri-tourism venture that generates an impressive Rs 40 lakh in annual turnover….
In recent years, agriculture has faced many challenges. Farmers often struggle with outdated methods and lack proper support. To combat this, Prof. Chittaranjan Kole has introduced a new concept called the ‘Farmers’ Academy.’ This idea focuses on empowering farmers by involving them in education, research, and extension services. The goal is to create an agricultural…
The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has extended the deadline for bids on its green ammonia tender. The new date is June 30, 2025. This initiative falls under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) scheme. The project aims to supply 724,000 tonnes of green ammonia each year to 13 fertilizer plants. Green…
