Solar irrigation pumps are changing farming in India. Many farmers, like Sanjeev Kumar in Uttar Pradesh, are happy with their new solar pumps. These pumps help them get water for their crops without paying for diesel or relying on unreliable electricity. Kumar’s six-acre farm now uses a 7-kilowatt solar system to draw water from deep…
The Indian government is investing heavily in its agricultural sector with a new initiative worth over ₹35,440 crore. This significant financial push aims to make India more self-reliant in food production and improve nutrition across the country. The plan focuses on 100 selected districts to provide targeted support and boost farming. Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
The World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi is set to discuss a crucial issue: the use of genetic engineering (GE) in nature conservation. Over 90 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are urging a global pause, called a moratorium, on releasing genetically engineered wild species into the environment. They want this until the potential impacts are fully understood….
India will not bow to international pressure regarding trade tariffs, especially in the current global climate where trade is being used as a weapon. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan made this clear during the 120th Annual General Meeting of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He stated that while India aims to be a…
The latest elephant census in Tamil Nadu has revealed a heartening increase in the wild elephant population. According to the third integrated elephant census conducted in 2025, the state is now home to 3,170 elephants. This significant rise is a testament to the dedicated efforts by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department in elephant conservation, highlighting…
The US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) has announced a significant change in its leadership for the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) region. Kevin Roepke, who previously served as the Regional Director, has been promoted to Executive Director. In his new role, Mr. Roepke will be responsible for leading USSEC’s efforts to build…
India aims for self-sufficiency in pulses, but recent trends show a concerning decline in cultivation area. Despite the government’s ‘Pulses Mission’ and ambitious targets for 2030-31, farmers are reluctant to grow pulses because they are not assured of receiving prices at or above the Minimum Support Price (MSP). This has led to a significant drop…
This Dussehra, farmer Pitabasha from Matupali village in Odisha made a difficult decision. Instead of the usual tradition of seeking the Indian Roller bird, believed to grant wishes, he stayed home. Pitabasha, 30, has also stopped calling himself a farmer. His one-hectare paddy field was destroyed by heavy rains in September. He showed his government-issued…
A recent study has brought attention to innovative and sustainable farming techniques that could significantly benefit Indian farmers. The research, published in the Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, explores methods that not only increase crop yields but also protect the environment and improve soil health. One of the key findings is the effectiveness of intercropping. This…
The Indian government has reversed its decision to approve animal protein-based biostimulants for crops. These products, used to boost plant growth and yield, will no longer be sold. This change affects biostimulants derived from sources like chicken feathers, pig tissue, and fish scales. The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare issued a notification on September…
