In a significant move to promote sustainable fisheries, ICAR-CIFRI has partnered with local organisations to engage over 3,300 farmers and fishers on Sagar Island, located in the Sundarbans. This initiative, under the VKSA 2025 programme, aims to address the pressing challenges faced by the community due to climate change and environmental degradation. Sagar Island is…
Pomelo, known as the largest citrus fruit, is becoming increasingly popular among Indian farmers. This fruit is loved for its sweet and tangy taste, as well as its health benefits. Pomelo is rich in nutrients, making it a great addition to any diet. To grow pomelo successfully, farmers need a warm climate and well-drained soil….
A recent study reveals that India’s most dangerous snakes, known as the ‘Big Four’, are expected to move northwards due to changing climate patterns. This shift could significantly impact how India manages snakebites, a serious public health issue. The snakes in question are the Common Krait, Russell’s Viper, Saw-scaled Viper, and Spectacled Cobra. These species…
On the sixth day of the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers in Narayangaon, Pune. This initiative aims to empower over 1.5 crore farmers across India. During his visit, Chouhan addressed several critical issues faced by farmers, especially the problem of fake pesticides. He promised that action would be…
At the India Maize Summit 2025, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan discussed the future of maize farming in India. He emphasised the importance of maize as a crop with great potential. Despite India being the third-largest producer of maize globally, the productivity remains low compared to other countries. Chouhan stated that improvements in productivity…
A tragic incident has occurred in Nalgonda, Telangana, where a tribal woman farmer has died following a leg injury sustained in a urea stampede. Paathulothu Dassi, aged 55, from Gonyathanda village, passed away on Friday. The incident happened five days ago when farmers were gathered at the village Rythu Vedika to get urea. The demand…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather update for June 2025, predicting significant weather changes across the country. Regions in the north will experience heatwaves, while the southern and western parts will see heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. This forecast is crucial for farmers and the agriculture sector, as it will affect crop…
A new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations highlights a serious global problem: land degradation. This issue affects nearly 1.7 billion people worldwide. It makes it harder to grow food, harms our environment, and threatens the health of communities. The “State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2025” report, released…
Farmers’ groups and activists are raising serious concerns about proposed changes to the International Seed Treaty. They fear these changes could favour big companies over small farmers, threatening global food security and traditional farming methods. The treaty, officially known as the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) or the “Plant…
India’s agriculture faces a significant challenge. Recent proposals from NITI Aayog raise concerns about the future of local farmers. These policies could turn India into a marketplace for foreign agricultural products. This shift could harm food sovereignty and self-reliance. The promotion of genetically modified (GM) imports is one of the main issues. The reduction of…
