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Maharashtra Reports 767 Farmer Suicides in First Quarter of 2025, Compensation Delays Under Scrutiny

The Maharashtra government has confirmed that 767 farmers died by suicide between January and March 2025, underscoring the persistent agrarian crisis in the state. Almost 9 cases every day. Of these cases, 373 families were found eligible for financial compensation, while 200 were declared ineligible, and inquiries in 194 cases are still pending, according to Relief and…

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Boosting Garlic Farmers' Income in Sirmaur: A Seminar on Seed Production and Value Addition

Boosting Garlic Farmers’ Income in Sirmaur: A Seminar on Seed Production and Value Addition

A two-day seminar was held at Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, to support garlic farmers in Sirmaur. The event aimed to enhance farmers’ income through local seed production, value addition, and modern farming practices. Garlic cultivation in Sirmaur has grown significantly, expanding from 1,500 hectares in 2015-16 to nearly 4,000…

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