The agricultural industry plays a vital role in feeding the world’s growing population. As technology continues to advance, farmers and stakeholders are seeking innovative solutions to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in agriculture. Blockchain technology, originally known for its association with cryptocurrencies, has emerged as a game-changer in various sectors, including agriculture. This article explores […]
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I-Day speech: PM Modi announces agri-drones for women self-help groups
Synopsis As per the plan, the recipients will also be given training to fly and repair the unmanned aerial vehicles. “We will train women in SHGs to fly drones and also repair drones. The Government of India will provide drones to thousands of Women SHGs,” the Prime Minister said. The govt is set to launch […]
Telangana launches India’s first Agricultural Data Exchange platform
Synopsis India has launched its first Agricultural Data Exchange (ADeX) and Agricultural Data Management Framework (ADMF) in collaboration with Telangana Government, World Economic Forum, and the Indian Institute of Science. The initiatives aim to boost the data economy specifically for the agricultural sector. Telangana Minister for IT and Industry KT Rama Rao on Friday launched […]
Ways to improve agricultural productivity
Farm productivity is crucial for a variety of factors. By producing more food, raising productivity has an impact on income, labour migration, and market development in agriculture. Increased agricultural output improves the distribution of limited resources. Farming can be fruitful if you learn how to increase output. Farmers now have the opportunity to boost output […]
India to import tomatoes from Nepal amid surge in price, says Nirmala Sitharaman
Synopsis Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that India will be importing tomatoes from Nepal, amid a record high surge in prices in the country. During her speech in Parliament, Sitharaman informed that the first lot of imports are likely to reach in Varanasi, Lucknow and Kanpur cities in northern India by Friday. […]
Over 4 lakh hectares brought under natural farming in 8 states: Govt
Synopsis About 4.09 lakh hectares have been brought under natural farming in eight states with Andhra Pradesh leading the group, according to Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar. The Centre is promoting natural farming through a sub-scheme, Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati, under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana. About 4.09 lakh hectares have been brought under natural farming […]
Farming Carrots: The Ultimate Guide
Carrots are one of the most popular and versatile vegetables, loved for their sweet flavor, vibrant color, and numerous health benefits. Whether you are a seasoned farmer or a gardening enthusiast looking to try your hand at cultivating carrots, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential information needed to successfully grow this […]
Overall kharif paddy sowing up 3.38 per cent so far, but coverage lags in 4 states
Synopsis According to the Met Department, overall monsoon was 4 per cent higher from June 1 to August 2. In east and northeast India, there was a deficit of 24 per cent. Total area sown to paddy has increased by 3.38 per cent to 283 lakh hectares so far in the current kharif season, but […]
Robust rains accelerate rice planting in India
Synopsis Indian farmers have planted 28.3 million hectares (69.9 million acres) with summer-sown rice, according to the farm ministry’s latest data, up 3.28% from the same period last year, as robust monsoon rains encouraged the expansion of acreage. Indian farmers have planted 28.3 million hectares (69.9 million acres) with summer-sown rice, according to the farm […]
India rice stocks at three times target, easing supply concerns
Synopsis India’s rice stocks were almost three times the target size at the start of August, at 37.6 million metric tonnes. State-run warehouses were expected to hold 13.5 million metric tonnes of rice, however the total also included 24.6 million metric tonnes of rice and 13 million metric tonnes of unmilled rice. India’s rice stocks […]