Impact on small & marginal farmers and implications for food security & poverty important factors to bear in mind The changes proposed by the government raise important issues about the possible impact on the farming community. The proposed changes are fundamental and hence it may be useful to consider their possible impact. Since the fine […]
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How India can script a self-reliance success story in agriculture
Given the consistent increase in the agricultural market size in the last five years (about $300 billion in 2018), it is essential to set up an exclusive agri-business bank, along the lines of those in China, the Philippines and other countries. In the context of making India atmanirbhar, the task of achieving self-reliance and self-sustainability in agriculture is […]
Is the Agricultural Package Addressing Challenges Small Farmers Face in a Pandemic?
The stimulus package has not made clear whether or how small farmers will really benefit. As agricultural activities are in full swing due to ongoing rabi harvest and forthcoming kharif sowing, the continuing lockdown in India is pushing small farmers further to the margins. While various governments (both Central and states) have announced relaxations for agricultural activities and support […]
Jharkhand govt allows more economic activities in lockdown 4.0
Ranchi, May 18 () The Jharkhand government on Monday permitted industrial units to resume operations, opening of retail liquor stores and book and hardware shops in non-containment zones in the fourth phase of the coronavirus lockdown. After a discussion on the new guidelines of the Centre and keeping in mind the situation of the state, […]
Agri reforms implementation will be ‘1991 moment for agriculture and rural economy’
If implemented in letter and spirit, these agri reforms are going to be the ‘1991 moment for the agriculture and rural economy’ By Pankaj Bobade Equity markets were pregnant with expectations immediately after the honourable PM’s 8 pm address on May 12, 2020, and it was evident from the SGX Nifty’s immediate jump and domestic market […]
Economic stimulus package on Day 3 a repetition of budget: Experts
The third day of Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s announcements May 15, 2020, outlining what is supposed to be a Rs 20 lakh crore relief, was mostly a repackaging of her last Budget speech, a section of experts said. Sitharaman has spelt out deals for specific groups every day since Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during […]
Nirmala Sitharaman Highlights: Govt strengthens India’s agri, allied sectors supply chain; major export push too
Nirmala Sitharaman Hihjlights: FM has announced some major reforms to strengthen India’s agriculture and allied activities sector. The government has also announced major export push to take kesar, chillies, saffron and other famous Indian food product to the globe. FM Nirmala Sitharaman Highlights: After announcing relief for some of the India’s poorer section of the society […]
Finance Minister announces two agriculture-related measures to support farmers
on’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi announced a Special economic and comprehensive package of Rs 20 lakh crore – equivalent to 10% of India’s GDP on 12th May 2020. He gave a clarion call for आत्मनिर्भर भारत अभियान or Self-Reliant India Movement. He also outlined five pillars of Atmanirbhar Bharat – Economy, Infrastructure, System, Vibrant Demography and Demand. Union […]
COVID-19 relief package: Agriculture credit support fails to impress farmers’ unions
While the unions welcomed the extra NABARD fund infusion, they said that much of these loans go to large farmers and agri-businesses. NEW DELHI: The credit support measures announced for farmers on Wednesday isn’t likely to enthuse the 14.5 crore-strong community, coming as it does in the wake of demands for full scale farm loan waivers. […]
Covid-19 won’t be able to damage Indian agriculture: Narendra S Tomar
The Centre has given several exemptions to the rural and agricultural sector from the lockdown — including all farming operations and mandis. This has definitely helped maintaining continuity in the supply chain, says Union minister Narendra Singh Tomar. Union agriculture & rural development minister Narendra Singh Tomar spoke to Saubhadra Chatterji and Zia Haq about the impact of the […]