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India agri sector - food industry must adapt to withstand climate impacts
Piyush Goyal maps out bilateral roadmaps with Canadian corporate chiefs ; Discusses agri , infra , finance , and critical minerals
Voluntary Agriculture Carbon Credit Research Report: Regional Outlook, Growth Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts 2025-2033
The voluntary agriculture carbon credit market offers opportunities for large-scale, low-cost carbon storage and emissions reduction via climate-smart practices like regenerative cropping, agroforestry, and biochar. Rising corporate commitments to net-zero, r…
Adequate availability of fertilisers for upcoming Kharif sowing season: Government
As against the assessment of 390.54 lakh tonne for Kharif season this year, the stock as on date is 200.12 lakh tonne, the secretary said
Pune-based BioPrime in pact with US’ Mosaic to incorporate its biological components
The collaboration between the Pune-based company and the US firm will support growers with solutions that will tap the plant’s potential, optimise resource use and build long-term agronomic resilience
How climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable farming are emerging as key investment focus within India’s agtech ecosystem
Agriculture, which still supports close to half the country’s workforce, cannot be carried into that vision on a climate-stressed, water-short, soil-depleted production base
Why Kashmir’s new rail link matters to the economy behind 95% of India’s cherries
Dedicated parcel trains are cutting travel time for Kashmir’s cherries from days to hours, offering growers lower losses, cheaper freight and fresh hope in a difficult season.
India’s near-term outlook clouded by supply risks, weather uncertainties: RBI report
India's economy faces near-term challenges. Supply issues and weather create uncertainty. The Reserve Bank of India is watching global events for price impacts. Domestic demand remains strong. Industrial and services sectors show resilience. Agriculture progr…
Dhangadhi animal disease research laboratory assigned role of rabies referral laboratory
Dhangadhi: The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has assigned the additional responsibility of Rabies Referral Laboratory to the Animal Disease Research Laboratory, Dhangadhi, to conduct rabies research and diagnosis activities at the national…
Rice feeds billions of people – but its role in fueling climate change is growing
There are ways to reduce emissions without sacrificing yield. A new study shows how, and looks at a technique billed as ‘climate-friendly’ that makes emissions worse.
'Government economists claimed India added 80 million new jobs — but they were in agriculture'
A new book challenges India's growth narrative, highlighting a 'lost decade' of jobless growth. With millions of young Indians unemployed and a significant return to agriculture, the country faces a narrowing demographic dividend window. Experts warn of poten…
Seasonal Patterns that Farmers Trusted for Generations Have Suddenly Turned Unpredictable
Intense rains, extreme heat, and unstoppable pests are wiping out crops and farmers' livelihoods as climate change scrambles the weather.
Biohybrid Robots Market Research Report 2026-2035: Opportunities Lie in Healthcare, Agriculture, and Defense, Driven by Innovations in AI and Miniaturized Technologies
The biohybrid robots market is poised for growth across various segments, including size scales, biological sources, environments, and power sources. Key opportunities lie in healthcare, agriculture, and defense, driven by innovations in AI and miniaturized t…
ITC’s high-value spice cultivation benefits over 31,800 spices farmers
Diversified conglomerate ITC Ltd on Monday said it has cumulatively benefited over 31,800 spices farmers across 2.2 lakh acres, enabling them to improve productivity, adopt sustainable agricultural practices and enhance their incomes through export opportunit…
Monitoring land degradation by soil salinity using Sentinel-2 satellite data and GIS techniques: A case study of Sabkhat Ghuwaymid, Saudi Arabia
Soil salinity drives land degradation and vegetation loss, posing a significant challenge for agriculture and global efforts to combat desertification. Enhancing land degradation monitoring methodologies is essential and aligns with the mission of the United …
IMD launches pilot weather forecast within 1 km radius in UP, national roll out in 2-3 years
IMD launches a pilot 1 km weather forecast in UP, enhancing agriculture support with district-level monsoon predictions for national rollout.
JP Nadda launches SEHAT to bridge agriculture and public health
India's two most powerful research councils — ICMR and ICAR — have formally joined forces under SEHAT, a programme that treats agriculture not just as food production but as a public health intervention. With five priority pillars spanning biofortification, o…
India labour market remodels itself bit by bit as agri slowly cedes ground, workforce moves on
India's labour market is undergoing a structural transformation driven by the country's broader economic transition, according to a report by SBI Research based on the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 unit-level data.
Madhya Pradesh cabinet approves Rs 38,555 cr for roads, agri and IT sectors; sets up traders' welfare board
Madhya Pradesh's cabinet has approved a significant Rs 38,555 crore for development projects. Funds are allocated for road infrastructure, agriculture, and IT manufacturing. A new State Traders' Welfare Board will be established to address trader issues and b…
Sitai election result 2026: TMC's Sangita Roy Basunia defeated BJP's Ashutosh Barma by 2721 votes.
India News: The 2026 Sitai (SC) election features a tight contest between Sangita Roy Basunia of TMC and Ashutosh Barma of BJP, following a closely fought race in 2021. With significant agricultural issues at play, this rural constituency is set for an exciti…
Cabinet approves fertilizer import from India, concessional loan for air quality and industry upgrades
KATHMANDU: The government has decided to procure 60,000 metric tons of urea and 20,000 metric tons of DAP fertilizer from India through a government-to-government (G2G) arrangement. A Cabinet meeting held at Singha Durbar on Monday granted in-principle approv…
India and Ecuador exploring preferential trade deal to boost economic ties
India and Ecuador are strengthening ties. Discussions focused on a preferential trade agreement. Cooperation will expand in healthcare, agriculture, and digital technology. Ecuador will join the International Solar Alliance and International Big Cat Alliance.…
Millets are still not on our menu
Availability of subsidised rice and wheat and diets diversifying towards dairy, fruits and meat are main reasons
Export outlook for April positive; FTAs to drive growth: Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights April's export growth, driven by free trade agreements and key focus on MSMEs and agriculture.
Govt floats mega fertiliser tender, seeks 85 MT of nutrient imports to bolster reserves ahead of main planting season
India has floated a global tender to import 50 million tonnes of NPK fertilisers and 35 million tonnes of ammonium sulphate to strengthen nutrient reserves ahead of the June sowing season.