Hi, NewsWrap for May 22, 2024

22-May-2024: AVPL International and IFFCO, IRRI, IIT Jodhpur, NTPC Receives Global Recognition, MFOI, VVIF Kisan Bharat Yatra, Agriculture on Mars

22 May 2024

  • AVPL International and IFFCO Forge Pathbreaking Partnership for Spraying Agri Products on 50 lakhs acre of Farmland

    AVPL International, a leading force in the drone ecosystem, announced a groundbreaking collaboration with the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO). This strategic alliance aims to introduce state-of-the-art drone spray operations across an expansive 50 lakh acres, spanning eight key states: Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh.

  • IRRI and GNI Join Forces to Enhance Rice Farming in the Philippines

    The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and Good Neighbors International (GNI) have signed a collaborative agreement with the aim of strengthening food security and stabilizing the incomes of rice farmers in Central Luzon. The agreement was signed on May 20, 2024, at the IRRI Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and represents a significant step forward in the advancement of research and extension activities in rice-based farming systems, starting from the heart of the Philippines' rice-producing region.  

  • IIT Jodhpur Research Reveals Fresh Insights on Air Pollution in Northern India

    Air pollution remains a pressing global issue with severe health implications, particularly in densely populated regions like Northern India. In a significant development, researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur have published pioneering research in the Nature Communications journal. Their study provides crucial insights into the sources and composition of particulate matter (PM) in Northern India, shedding light on its harmful effects on human health.

  • NTPC Receives Global Recognition; Secures 3rd Rank at ATD BEST Awards 2024

    NTPC has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the 3rd rank globally at the ATD BEST Awards 2024, making it the highest-ranking Indian company in this prestigious competition. Notably, NTPC is the only public sector undertaking (PSU) to have received this esteemed award seven times in the past eight years. The accolade was accepted by Ms. Rachana Singh Bhal, CGM (Strategic HR & Talent Management) at NTPC, during a ceremony held in New Orleans, USA, on May 21, 2024.

  • Krishi Jagran’s ‘Krishi Jagran’s 'MFOI, VVIF Kisan Bharat Yatra,' sponsored by Mahindra Tractors, is making significant strides in recognizing and empowering countless farmers across the nation. This visionary initiative aims to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by introducing farmers to the 'MFOI Awards,' celebrating their contributions and hard work. Currently touring Gujarat, the Yatra has been on the road for over 40 days, covering various districts and spreading awareness about the i

    Krishi Jagran’s 'MFOI, VVIF Kisan Bharat Yatra,' sponsored by Mahindra Tractors, is making significant strides in recognizing and empowering countless farmers across the nation. This visionary initiative aims to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by introducing farmers to the 'MFOI Awards,' celebrating their contributions and hard work. Currently touring Gujarat, the Yatra has been on the road for over 40 days, covering various districts and spreading awareness about the initiative.

  • Agriculture on Mars Takes a 'Giant Leap' with Game-Changing Intercropping Method

    In a groundbreaking study, scientists from Wageningen University & Research have achieved a significant milestone in space agriculture. Their pioneering research demonstrates that intercropping—the practice of growing different crops together—can significantly enhance plant growth on Martian soil under specific conditions. This development is crucial for securing the self-sustainability of future colonies on Mars.

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22 May 2024

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