Agriculture

Taking a 'rain check' on agri output as past data softens monsoon concerns

IMD's below-normal monsoon forecast raises farm concerns, but past trends show steady foodgrain output supported by irrigation, resilient seeds, and better rainfall distribution

When rains falter: El Nino builds, India braces for water and farm stress

The call is for urgent conservation and replenishment measures, both for now and the future

Fertiliser subsidy beats FY26 Revised Estimates, experts seek policy shift

India's fertiliser subsidy has exceeded FY26 Revised Estimates, prompting experts to call for policy reforms, including rational pricing, curbs on overuse, and bringing urea under the NBS regime

NAAS recommends steps to reduce import dependence in horticulture

NAAS has proposed steps to reduce India's rising dependence on imported fruits and spices and boost exports through improved crop varieties, stronger traceability and better market linkages

India restricts glufosinate imports for six months with price cap

It said the restriction will be in place for six months

SC seeks reply from Centre, others on plea concerning states' costs in MSP

The plea seeks directions to authorities to ensure full procurement of all notified crops at MSP based on the exact cost of cultivation

Shivraj Singh Chouhan unveils district-wise agri roadmap for 4 MP districts

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan harps on value addition and integrated farming models

States advised, not directed, to promote pulses and millets: FinMin

Finance Ministry clarifies its letter urging crop diversification is advisory, not binding, amid Tamil Nadu criticism over incentives for paddy and MSP-linked bonuses

Rajnath Singh calls for more agri reforms, says funds no barrier to growth

Underlining his concern for farmers, Singh said the defence ministry had begun procuring organic fresh vegetables and fruits directly from farmers for cantonment areas

Fertiliser subsidies in FY26 topped RE even before West Asia war

India's fertiliser subsidy breached FY26 estimates before the West Asia crisis, with rising imports and consumption set to push the bill higher

Unseasonal rains damage rabi crops on 249K hectares: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

IMD forecasts more rain from April 9-15 due to Western Disturbances over Jammu & Kashmir, cyclonic circulations over Uttar Pradesh, Bangladesh, Assam and Odisha, and associated troughs

Govt eases conditions for rice exports to some European countries

The requirement of a certificate is limited to EU member states, the ​United Kingdom, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway ‌and Switzerland, the ​notification said

Heavy rains, hailstorms damage rabi crops in 249,000 hectares: Chouhan

Chouhan assured farmers that the Narendra Modi government stands with them in this hour of crisis

Speciality fertilisers can ease geo-political supply bottlenecks: Experts

In India, speciality fertiliser or non-subsidised fertiliser sales have been growing at the rate of 10-12 per cent per annum

Centre hikes non-urea fertiliser subsidy 10-21% amid West Asia crisis

Government raises non-urea fertiliser subsidy by up to 21 per cent for kharif 2026 to shield farmers from rising global prices and supply disruptions linked to West Asia tensions

Govt to prepare state-specific agri roadmaps based on soil, water, climate

Shivraj Singh Chouhan says will use satellite-based remote sensing to provide relief from recent rains

India restores 90% gas supply to fertiliser units ahead of kharif season

Indian Potash Limited has also started scouting for imports of 2.5 million tonnes of urea from global markets

Punjab arthiyas to continue strike till fixed commission demand is met

The arthiyas are demanding a fixed 2.5 per cent commission on their purchases, as was the practice till 2020, when it was changed to up to 2.5 per cent

Sugar industry seeks cap on exports to divert supply for ethanol

Senior industry official said the government also seems amenable to this, as producing more ethanol has become a national priority given the impact of the West Asia war on petroleum prices

Rajasthan govt set to achieve record mustard production this year

Rajasthan is set for a record mustard harvest, with output rising despite weather disruptions, supported by higher sowing and favourable crop conditions