Farming is a vital industry. Farmers work hard to grow food for everyone. Now, new technology is making farming easier and faster. This is great news for farmers and for the food we eat. One exciting new development is the use of drones. Drones are small flying machines. Farmers can use them to spray water…
India’s poultry sector is growing quickly. This means the demand for animal feed is also increasing. Experts from the Compound Livestock Feed Manufacturers Association (CLFMA) suggest that India might need to import soybean meal from the United States in the future. This could happen even though India is currently producing enough to meet its needs….
District officials in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi now have stronger powers to stop stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has given them more authority to take action against government employees who do not prevent this practice. This comes as the air quality is expected to get worse in the…
Farmers in Punjab will soon have better protection against fake seeds. The Punjab Vidhan Sabha has passed a new law that makes selling poor-quality seeds a non-bailable offence. This means that those caught selling fake seeds will face serious consequences. The new legislation, called the Seeds (Punjab Amendment) Bill, 2025, introduces stricter penalties. For a…
India has updated its export regulations to allow the export of Second Generation (2G) ethanol. This significant change, effective from September 24, 2025, requires companies to obtain specific export authorisations and feedstock certifications. 2G ethanol is produced from non-food materials, such as agricultural waste like rice and wheat straw, wood waste, and even algae. This…
India is set to significantly enhance its agricultural research capabilities by establishing five new modern seed breeding facilities across the country. This initiative aims to speed up the development of advanced seed varieties that are high-yielding and resistant to diseases. Senior government officials shared this news, highlighting a major step forward for Indian agriculture. Currently,…
