Weather Update: Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected This Week

Weather Update: Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected This Week

This week, many parts of India will experience heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather update predicting significant weather activity across various regions. Some areas will welcome relief from heat, while others will face heatwaves and dust storms. Odisha and West Bengal are likely to experience heatwave…

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Anjori Goat: A Resilient Breed Supporting Farmers in Chhattisgarh

Anjori Goat: A Resilient Breed Supporting Farmers in Chhattisgarh

The Anjori Goat is an impressive indigenous breed from Chhattisgarh, India. This goat is known for its resilience, adaptability, and economic benefits. It was officially registered by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research’s National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBAGR). This breed thrives in local climates, making it a valuable asset for farmers in the…

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches 9 'Clean Plant' Projects for Disease-Free Farming

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches 9 ‘Clean Plant’ Projects for Disease-Free Farming

India’s first International Agri Hackathon recently wrapped up in Pune. The event was attended by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. It highlighted new agriculture technologies and announced nine ‘Clean Plant’ projects aimed at promoting disease-free horticulture across the country. Out of these, three projects will be based in…

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Agroterrorism Alert: Chinese Researchers Arrested for Smuggling Dangerous Fungus into the U.S.

Agroterrorism Alert: Chinese Researchers Arrested for Smuggling Dangerous Fungus into the U.S.

In a worrying case of agroterrorism, two Chinese researchers, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, have been arrested for allegedly smuggling a dangerous crop fungus, Fusarium graminearum, into the United States. This fungus poses a significant threat to agriculture and public health. The case highlights the potential risks of biological threats to food security. Yunqing Jian,…

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