The Indian government has taken a significant step to support farmers in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government will procure Moong and Urad pulses under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). This decision aims to guarantee fair prices for farmers and reduce the role of middlemen in the…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms impacting over 15 states as the monsoon intensifies. As we approach the end of June 2025, farmers across India are feeling the effects of a delayed monsoon. With sowing disrupted, many are faced with tough decisions about their crops. In states like Maharashtra,…
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…
In India, banned herbicide-tolerant genetically modified (HTBt) cotton seeds are gaining popularity. These seeds now make up about 15% of the country’s ₹3,600 crore cotton seed market. Farmers are turning to these seeds to reduce labour costs. They can spray herbicides to kill weeds, saving time and money. This trend is concerning for the government…
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is a significant campaign launched to support farmers in India. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the successful completion of this initiative, which has reached over 1.34 crore farmers across 1.43 lakh villages. This effort aims to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable farming practices. The campaign was formally…
The 20th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme is expected soon, with the government urging farmers to complete their e-KYC. This step is crucial to ensure that all eligible farmers receive their payment of Rs 2,000 on time. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme provides financial support to small and marginal farmers across India….
On June 17, 2025, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited the ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER) in Patna. His visit aimed to review the institute’s research efforts to transform agriculture in Eastern India. Chouhan emphasised the need for lab-to-farm research to help farmers. He is committed to the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’, which…
The agricultural sector in India is facing a significant issue with HTBT (Herbicide Tolerant Bt) cotton seeds. These seeds have been at the centre of a heated debate among farmers, agricultural experts, and government officials. HTBT cotton is engineered to withstand specific herbicides, allowing farmers to control weeds more efficiently. However, the introduction of these…
The farmers’ body, affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has expressed strong criticism of the NITI Aayog’s recent suggestion to lower tariffs on agricultural imports. Farmers believe that this proposal could harm local agriculture and affect their livelihoods. The NITI Aayog, a policy think tank of the Indian government, suggested that reducing tariffs might…
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA) is an important agricultural campaign in India. It aims to empower farmers and improve their agricultural practices. The campaign will run from May 29 to June 12, 2025. It will cover many states and engage with around 1.5 crore farmers. One of the main goals of VKSA is to…
