6 July 2025 The Kerala Minister for Agriculture, P. Prasad, has written an urgent letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing grave concerns over proposed amendments to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Plant Treaty). The letter, dated July 5, 2025, warns that the changes could threaten India’s control over…
Rice is one of the most important staple foods in the world. It is a vital part of many cultures, especially in Asia. Recent research reveals that rice was first grown around 10,000 years ago. This crop played a key role in connecting India and Southeast Asia. The story of rice begins in the Yangtze…
India is in the process of negotiating a trade deal with the United States. This deal could open the door for the import of genetically modified (GM) animal feed from the US. However, this move may backfire on India’s agricultural exports, especially to the European Union (EU). The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has raised…
Dr. Rakesh Kumar, a dedicated scientist from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in Patna, has been awarded the Dr. R.C. Gautam Young Agronomist Award for 2024. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Kumar has made significant contributions to sustainable farming practices, especially in climate-resilient agriculture. His work has focused on empowering farmers…
BENGALURU: Farmers in Devanahalli are protesting against the Karnataka government’s plan to acquire 1,777 acres of fertile land. This land is crucial for over 800 farmers, many from Dalit and Adivasi communities. The National Alliance of People’s Movement (NAPM) has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to cancel the land acquisition. The farmers have been protesting for…
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India has made a significant advancement in animal health by establishing its first Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC) in Meerut. This facility is officially recognized by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) as of July 3, 2025. It is a major step towards improving India’s animal health system and facilitating international trade. The EDFC is…
In June 2025, global food prices saw a slight increase, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The FAO Food Price Index averaged 128.0 points, which is a 0.5 percent rise from May. This increase is mainly due to higher costs for meat, dairy, and vegetable oils, even though prices for cereals and sugar…
The UAE is the leading market for Indian mango exports. In 2024, India shipped over 12,000 metric tonnes of mangoes to the UAE, worth around $20 million. This trend is expected to grow as Indian mangoes become more popular worldwide. The ‘Indian Mango Mania’ festival has started in Abu Dhabi. This vibrant campaign takes place…
The Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, recently highlighted significant growth in the dairy and fisheries sectors in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Speaking at a review meeting in Srinagar, he noted that milk production has surged by 47% over the past decade. It has increased from 19.50 lakh tonnes in…
