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What makes rural women-led agri growth - the steadiest way to progress

The women-led agricultural growth is a lesson for planners to recognise the economic potential of a women-led growth with decentralised community action

Farmer leaders detained as Centre fixes next round for talks on May 4

It was the seventh round of talks between the two sides since February last year

Farmer leaders detained as Centre fixes next round for talks on May 4

It was the seventh round of talks between the two sides since February last year

Centre with farmers without any discrimination, says Shivraj Chouhan

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said the Centre will not discriminate against farmers from any state, be it from Kerala or Karnataka, if a natural disaster strikes. Replying to supplementaries in the Lok Sabha, Chouhan said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government will leave no stone unturned to ensure the welfare of farmers. "A farmer is a farmer, be it from Kerala, Karnataka or any other part of the country. We all are children of Mother India and there is no scope for any discrimination against anyone," Chouhan said in response to a question from Congress member Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Vadra had sought an update on the implementation of the Vidarbha package, under which Kerala's Wayanad, Palakkad and Kasargod districts were also included, for farmers. Chouhan said the Centre had stepped in to purchase red chilli for more than Rs 11,000 per quintal when its prices had declined in the wholesale markets. The Centre had approved a ..

Bill Gates, Shivraj Chouhan discuss agri, rural development collaboration

Chouhan told Gates that India's focus is on the development of climate-resistant and bio-fortified varieties to ensure future food security

10,000 FPOs is not too many, but implementation challenges persist

FPOs cannot raise equity to any significant extent because of the limited paying capacity of their members, who are usually smallholders or landless people

India's seaweed industry to hit Rs 3,277 cr in 10 years, needs policy push

Seaweed farming also presents a lucrative opportunity for farmers, with potential earnings of up to Rs 13.28 lakh per hectare annually, a new report has said

Isma further lowers net sugar production estimate, no effect on supplies

Isma had, in January, estimated net sugar production at 27.2 million tonnes after accounting for a diversion of 3.7 million tonnes towards ethanol

Mahindra Agri Solutions eyes new global markets for Indian grapes

The company collaborates with over 500 farmers in Nashik, Baramati, and Sangli (Maharashtra), equipping them with farming techniques that enhance exportable yields

Trump considers exempting some agri products from Canada, Mexico tariffs

Lawmakers from states with strong agriculture interests have pleaded with the administration to carve out tariff exemptions for fertilizers and other products that are critical for growing US crops

Return of winter chill may benefit wheat crop, prices ruling above MSP

Some parts of northern India, including states such as Haryana, saw unseasonal rains and hailstorms in the last few days, damaging the standing crop in some areas

Agriculture was, is and will remain India’s strength: Niti Aayog’s Ramesh Chand

Agriculture was, is and will remain India’s strength: Niti Aayog’s Ramesh Chand

India an 'agri tiger' with untapped potential, says Niti Aayog's Suman Bery

India an 'agri tiger' with untapped potential, says Niti Aayog's Suman Bery

Agri water technology startups need Rs 500-600 crore investment: Report

India's agriculture water technology sector requires investments of Rs 500-600 crore to achieve widespread adoption of smart irrigation solutions even as the country faces a deepening water crisis, according to the latest report. The study by DCM Shriram on "The Investment Mismatch in AgWater" highlights that despite agriculture consuming the largest share of water resources while contributing 16 per cent to GDP and employing 55 per cent of the workforce, the sector struggles with efficiency and adequate funding. India has between 70-100 active AgWaterTech startups, but many risk closure due to investment hurdles, according to the report. "Limited data, long gestation periods, and the high proportion of small and marginal farmers make AgWaterTech less attractive to investors," it added. Ajay S Shriram -- Chairman and Senior Managing Director, DCM Shriram and Director of DCM Shriram Foundation -- emphasised the severity of the situation, saying, "Water is the most critical resource

Nabard sees credit potential of Rs 2,106 cr for Nagaland in priority sector

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) projected a credit potential of Rs 2,106.34 crore for 2025-26 under priority sector activities in Nagaland. The projection was made in the State Focus Paper (SFP) released by Advisor for Agriculture Mhathung Yanthan during a seminar organised by NABARD here on Tuesday. The SFP stated that of the total projection, Rs 712 is for agriculture, Rs 968 crore for MSME and Rs 425 crore for other sectors. The paper outlines a comprehensive assessment of the state's credit potential for priority sector activities, which include agriculture, rural development, and infrastructure projects to help guide financial institutions in channelling credit effectively, said NABARD General Manager Pauliankap Bulte. He said banks should focus on extending credit to Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). Bulte stressed the importance of supporting Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), including those identified for computerisation und

Is agriculture India's strength or weakness? Panel to debate at BS Manthan

At the second edition of BS Manthan, Business Standard's annual flagship summit, experts will debate whether agriculture is India's strength or weakness now

Rising temp to increase default risk probability in 30% of agri loans: Rpt

Rising temperature and growing threat of climate change may increase default risk in 30 per cent of agri and housing loans portfolio in the next five years, according to an analysis by BCG. According to the report, the average global temperature has already increased approximately 1.2 degree Celsius versus pre-industrial levels leading to flooding in coastal areas and reduction in agriculture production. As a result, it said, there has been a drop in per capita income of people impacted by rising extreme weather events. Almost half of the credit of scheduled commercial banks is significantly dependent on nature and its ecosystem so any natural calamity impacts their bottomline. By 2030, as per estimates, 42 per cent India's districts are projected to experience temperature rise by up to 2 degree Celsius. So, 321 districts may be affected by temperature rise in the next five years. However, climate change also provides an opportunity to banks to the tune of USD 150 billion annually

Centre ready to help Andhra Pradesh's red chilli farmers under MIS

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said the Centre will provide financial support to red chilli farmers of Andhra Pradesh and a decision will be taken soon in this regard. He said the ministry is likely to provide help to farmers of the state under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). On Thursday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu urged the Centre to help red chilli farmers under the MIS in view of a fall in prices. Naidu held a discussion with Chouhan through video conference. In a press conference on Friday here, Chouhan assured that the Centre will be providing financial assistance under the MIS and modalities are being worked out. That apart, he said the Centre is also making efforts to boost exports of red chilli. According to a statement, the agriculture minister on Friday held a meeting to look into the problems of chilli farmers of Andhra Pradesh. Union Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu was also present in the meeting. Ch

Centre tightens wheat stock limits amid persistent price pressures

The tightening has been done under the powers given to the Central government under the Essential Commodities Act

Uttar Pradesh cane SAP unchanged at ₹370/quintal for 2024-25 season

SAP is the rate at which sugar mills in the state have to mandatorily buy cane from farmers. Apart from UP, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttarakhand too have their respective SAPs