In the Gadwal district of Telangana, many farmers are facing a severe crisis. This situation arises from spurious seeds and the exploitation by middlemen. Farmers, who rely on seed cotton production, are struggling under heavy debt. The situation has grown so bad that many have lost their land. Farmers claim that over 40,000 of them,…
Farmers in Telangana’s Mulugu district are facing severe challenges due to crop failures linked to counterfeit maize seeds. Over 2,000 acres of farmland have been affected, leading to significant financial losses. Farmers have expressed their distress and are now demanding action from seed companies. They are seeking agreements to protect their rights and ensure better…
In a significant move to empower farmers, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA) in Telangana. This initiative aims to connect scientific advancements with grassroots farming practices. It is part of a nationwide effort by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to reach over 1.5 crore farmers across…
