In New Delhi, the 96th Annual General Meeting of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) took place. Union Minister of Agriculture, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led the meeting. Over 18 Agriculture Ministers from various states and the Union Government attended. They discussed important topics affecting farmers and agriculture. One of the key proposals was to…
In a significant move for Indian agriculture, the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce India’s first weather derivatives. This initiative aims to help farmers manage risks associated with unpredictable weather patterns. The partnership was established to create financial instruments that…
The recent trade talks between the United States and India have put maize, also known as corn, in the spotlight. The U.S. government aims to lower import tariffs on maize, particularly on genetically modified (GM) varieties. As the world’s leading maize exporter, the U.S. is eager to tap into India’s maize market. However, India has…
The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has taken a significant step by becoming the CGIAR’s Breeding Resources hub for South Asia. This new role will help improve crop breeding services in the region. ICRISAT aims to provide high-quality and standardized breeding services. The focus is on accelerating crop improvement to meet…
In a significant development for Indian agriculture, farmers and policymakers are expressing serious concerns about proposed amendments to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, commonly known as the Plant Treaty. The matter is currently being discussed in Peru from July 7 to 11, where delegates from various countries are meeting…
New Delhi, July 7, 2025 The NREGA Sangharsh Morcha, a coalition of grassroots organizations and unions representing MGNREGA workers, has announced a nationwide strike on July 9th, 2025. This call aligns with the All-India General Strike organized by the Joint Platform of Central Trade Unions, Independent Federations, and the Samyukt Kisan Morcha. The strike aims…
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…
The Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (AP EAMCET) 2025 counselling process has officially begun. This is an important step for students who wish to pursue undergraduate courses in engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy. The registration started on July 7, 2025, and will end on July 16, 2025. Students can register online at…
The debate over genetically modified (GM) crops in India is heating up. With a deadline approaching for negotiations with the United States, India faces pressure to open its agricultural markets to GM crops. The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has made it clear that agriculture is a sacred area for India, warning that accepting GM imports…
As the clock ticks towards the July 9 deadline, US negotiators are urging India to open its agriculture market to genetically modified (GM) crops. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has declared agriculture and dairy as “red lines,” warning that accepting GM imports could threaten farmers’ livelihoods and food safety. Despite these concerns, the global adoption of…
