Sonalika Tractors has made headlines by achieving its highest-ever sales in May 2025, selling 14,213 tractors. This remarkable feat is a testament to the company’s strong commitment to farmers and its innovative technology. The company has consistently led the Indian agricultural sector with its heavy-duty tractors, which are designed to meet the diverse needs of…
In a groundbreaking achievement for Indian agriculture, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has developed the world’s first extreme heat-tolerant pigeonpea variety, named ICPV 25444. This innovative cultivar can mature in just 125 days and withstand high temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius. This advancement is crucial for farmers facing…
Mumbai, June 07th, 2025: Bayer, a leading global company in agriculture and healthcare, has launched a new product called BICOTA. This product is designed to help rice farmers manage stem borer pests effectively. Stem borers are insects that can cause significant damage to rice crops, leading to lower yields and affecting farmers’ incomes. BICOTA combines…
Sat Shiro Bheno is a remarkable okra variety from Goa, known for its unique seven ridges and long pods. This vegetable can grow up to 30 cm and is light green or light yellow in colour. Farmers in Goa have a special name for it, calling it ‘Satpani’, due to its blooming pattern. The first…
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA) is a new campaign aimed at improving agriculture in India. Launched by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, it focuses on connecting farmers with the latest agricultural technologies and government schemes. This initiative is part of a larger vision called ‘One Nation–One Agriculture–One Team’. It aims to modernize farming practices…
Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has inaugurated essential development projects in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh. This event, attended by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, marks a significant step towards improving infrastructure and agricultural practices in the region. Shri Chouhan announced a substantial allocation of ₹6,262 crore for the…
Black ginger, known as Kaempferia parviflora, is a unique medicinal herb native to the beautiful state of Mizoram in Northeast India. This plant has a rich history and is cherished for its numerous health benefits. Despite its potential, black ginger remains largely underutilized. The fertile soil and favourable climate of Mizoram create an ideal environment…
Kaphal, also known as Bayberry or Myrica nagi, is a small wild fruit found in the Indian Himalayas. This nutrient-rich fruit is not just delicious but also has a rich cultural and medicinal heritage. Many people in the region cherish Kaphal for its unique taste and health benefits. However, it remains largely untapped in commercial…
As the Kharif season approaches, the Indian government is taking significant steps to ensure fertilizer availability. Domestic production is running at full capacity, particularly for DAP (Diammonium Phosphate). Recently, DAP output reached a high of 3.84 lakh metric tons. To guarantee a steady supply throughout the year, officials have secured import agreements with key global…
A new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warns that crops like wheat, coffee, beans, and cassava could lose up to half of their best farmland by the year 2100 due to climate change. The report highlights that five out of nine major staple and cash crops are already losing their optimal growing…
