The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast that predicts widespread rainfall across various regions of India. This rainfall is expected from June 21 to 27, 2025. The forecast comes due to multiple low-pressure systems and cyclonic circulations forming over the country. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is likely in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat,…
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…
On June 21, 2025, the 11th International Yoga Day was celebrated at the Pusa Campus in New Delhi. Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led a mass yoga event. He urged everyone to incorporate yoga into their daily lives. Chouhan stressed that yoga is not just a one-day activity. It…
The Indian government is set to introduce a new law aimed at improving the quality of seeds and pesticides available to farmers. This initiative is part of a larger campaign called the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, which aims to modernize Indian agriculture and enhance farmer welfare. Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh…
In a major breakthrough for crop science, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has introduced a new speed breeding protocol for finger millet, known as Rapid-Ragi. This innovative method significantly shortens the crop’s growth cycle, allowing researchers to grow up to four to five generations of finger millet each year. Traditionally,…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast that indicates heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across several regions of India. This includes states like Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Delhi. The forecast expects extremely heavy showers in parts of the east, west, and central regions of the country. Rain is also…
The U.S. government has announced a new facility in Texas to tackle a serious threat to livestock and wildlife. This threat comes from the New World screwworm (NWS), a dangerous pest that lays eggs in open wounds, causing severe damage to animals. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins revealed a five-point strategy to prevent the spread of…
STIHL Water Pumps are becoming essential tools for farmers in India. These pumps are compact and petrol-powered, making them perfect for irrigation in remote and hilly areas. They feature EURO V engine technology, which ensures high fuel efficiency and a high head capacity. This means they can pump a significant amount of water quickly. Farmers…
Agriculture is changing rapidly. Greenhouses are leading this change. They allow farmers to grow food all year round, no matter the weather. This method protects crops from storms, droughts, and pests. Greenhouses can boost yields, helping farmers earn more money. For anyone thinking about starting a greenhouse business, the first step is understanding what type…
India and Ukraine held their first-ever joint meeting on agriculture, focusing on technology transfer and knowledge sharing. This important meeting took place virtually and was co-chaired by Shri Ajeet Kumar Sahu, Joint Secretary in the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, and Ms. Oksana Osmachko, Deputy Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine. During…
