Farming technological improvements have enabled farmers to produce more nutritious and abundant crops than ever before. This not only saves money on unused product, but it also helps to preserve the freshness and quality of your items. Take a look at these 11 commercial farming technologies. Agriculture Technologies of the Future Ag tech is an […]
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Margin of cooperatives may rise to ₹10/kg to convert Bharat Atta from FCI wheat after cut in issue price
The Union government has reduced the cost of wheat supplied to cooperative agencies such as Nafed, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar to ₹1,715/quintal from ₹2,150 by agreeing to bear a subsidy of ₹435/quintal. However, there is no order yet on whether maximum retail price (MRP) of “Bharat atta”, processed from the wheat supplied by Food Corporation […]
Spices Board warns firms running parallel cardamom auctions
The Spices Board has come out against firms or entities conducting cardamom auctions without obtaining a license, saying that it is illegal and any violation in this regard should be dealt with seriously. The Director (Marketing) of Spices Board, in a statement, said cardamom auction has been carried out through e-auction centres at Puttady in Idukki and […]
What is Remote Sensing?
Fundamentally, remote sensing involves inspecting terrain from a considerable distance using advanced instruments. It evaluates the physical characteristics of a plot of land, creating a picture that enables professionals to examine specific portions by estimating the radiation emitted and reflected by it. Remote sensing is the process of learning information about an object or phenomenon […]
Ban on sugarcane juice for ethanol: Food Ministry shifts ball to OMCs court
Amid widespread criticism over the abrupt and sudden order to stop using sugarcane juice for ethanol, the food ministry has announced that oil marketing companies would allocate the quantity of ethanol they intend to purchase from each distillery mentioning how much the biofuel is to be made from which feedstock. However, there is no mention of lifting the ban […]
Onion Prices Could Dip Below Rs 40/kg By January, Food Ministry Official Tells Press
Onion prices in India may fall to less than Rs 40 per kilogram as early as January, consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh said according to the Press Trust of India. He also said prices would not exceed Rs 60 per kg until then. Somebody said it will touch Rs 100 per kg, we said it […]
Bengal’s Malda district, known for its mangoes, grows oranges in a first
A farmer in West Bengal’s Malda district, which is known for its mangoes, has set a record this year by growing oranges.Dipak Rajbanshi has grown around 1.5 quintal of orange in his garden. He claimed that the oranges that he grew were tastier than the ones grown in Maharashtra’s Nagpur.He said these oranges are smaller […]
The role of certification in organic market: Ensuring transparency and trust
The global organic market is experiencing a remarkable surge. This is driven by increasing consumer awareness and growing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. In India as well the organic food sector is witnessing a significant shift in preferences. Consumers are seeking products that align with principles of sustainability, mindfulness and environmental consciousness. The […]
The best crops for small farms
You may have heard that growing a few successful crops today allows many people to support themselves. You want to join the tribe as well, but you can’t because you don’t have access to a place where you can raise food sustainably. Smaller farms can grow the most profitable crops. You may begin by doing […]
Tea production rises 12.06% to 182.84 million kg in October: Industry body
Tea production in the country increased by 12.06 per cent to 182.84 million kg in October this year as compared to 163.15 million kg in the corresponding month last year.According to Tea Board data, production of the crop in West Bengal rose to 54.98 million kg in October, as against 49.75 million kg in the […]