Ten leading agricultural scientists have asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to quickly remove the hold on genetically modified (GM) mustard. Three of these scientists have received the Padma Bhushan award, and two have received the Padma Shri. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) had approved the use of GM mustard for producing…
Meena Chandel, a resident of Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh, made a bold decision in 2015. She left her teaching job to join her husband in a new floriculture business. This decision changed her life and brought her success. Together, they grow beautiful flowers like roses, carnations, and gerberas on 22 bighas of land. They also…
Black beans are a nutrient-rich crop that offers many benefits for farmers. They are easy to grow, require low input costs, and are in high demand. This makes them a great option for small farmers looking to boost their profits. In this article, we will guide you through the best practices for growing black beans….
Nagpur, August 17 At a time when India’s food systems face mounting pressures of climate change, farmer distress, and shifting consumer diets, a session in Nagpur brought together practitioners and farmers to bridge the gap between lived experience and everyday choices. The discussion, titled “Food For You”, was led by Akash Naoghare, a food systems researcher and…
India’s development model today rests on a fragile but politically convenient formula: chemicals for farmers, cash for voters.It is a system designed not to solve problems, but to manage them till the next election cycle. At the heart of this lies a political economy where fertilizer lobbies, agricultural subsidies, and now large-scale pre-election cash transfer schemes like Ladli/Ladki Behna define…
Amrita Bharti is a remarkable entrepreneur from Pune, India. She made a bold decision to leave her corporate job and dive into organic farming. Her journey began with a simple balcony garden. Today, she runs Hariyali Farms, a thriving two-acre organic farm and agri-tourism venture that generates an impressive Rs 40 lakh in annual turnover….
Arqivo, a new player in the agrochemical sector, has officially launched its operations in Uttarakhand. The event attracted numerous channel partners from Western and Central Uttar Pradesh, as well as many districts in Uttarakhand. Key representatives came from major agricultural areas such as Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, and Muzaffarnagar. This launch marks a significant step for…
India and the United States are close to finalising a trade agreement that could significantly lower tariffs on Indian exports. Sources suggest tariffs might fall to around 15-16%, a substantial drop from the current 50%. This potential deal hinges on key areas like energy and agriculture. One major point of discussion is India’s imports of…
Poultry farming can be a rewarding business. Many farmers are discovering the financial potential of raising chickens. This article explores how much profit you can make per chicken and what it means for your farm. Starting a poultry farm requires careful planning. If you want to replace your current income with farming, you need to…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced an updated weather forecast for June 2025. It predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds for many regions in India. This is part of the Southwest Monsoon season that runs from June to September. The IMD forecasts that the country will receive about 106% of the Long Period…
