Hi, NewsWrap for June 26, 2023

26-June-2023: IFAJ's Master Class, Kashi Emerges as Agricultural Export Hub, Tomato Cultivation, Punjab Agri Min Urges Farmers to Apply for Subsidised Machines

26 June 2023

  • IFAJ's Master Class Empowers Agricultural Journalists to Champion Farmers' Voices

    The International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) recently concluded its highly anticipated event, the Master Class, from June 24 to 26 in Alberta. Canada. This prestigious gathering, sponsored by agricultural companies Corteva Agriscience and Alltech, brought together 17 exceptional journalists from across the globe who are dedicated to covering agriculture news. In an era dominated by sensational journalism, these journalists understand the importance of providing a platform for the farming community and recognize its crucial role in the survival of the human race. The Master Class 2023 was a carefully crafted gift to honor their commitment and contributions.

  • Kashi Emerges as Agricultural Export Hub in Eastern UP, Experiences 420% Growth

    As Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath prepares to flag off the inaugural consignment of mangoes and green chillies packed at Kashi's Integrated Pack House (IPH) for export to Gulf countries, the latest figures on the export of agricultural and horticultural products reveal that East Uttar Pradesh (UP) has become a significant hub of agricultural exports. Since its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 24, the IPH has played a pivotal role in driving the region's export growth.

  • Revolutionizing Tomato Cultivation: New Regions to Tackle Price Fluctuations and Boost Economy

    In a game-changing move set to transform the Indian tomato market, Fyllo, a leading agricultural research organization, has unveiled a ground-breaking strategy to tackle the perennial problem of skyrocketing tomato prices. With their comprehensive research, Fyllo has identified ten districts across the country that possess the perfect climate and soil conditions to cultivate tomatoes during the critical months of June and July, effectively curbing price fluctuations and bolstering the economy.

  • Jantar Mantar Protest: Wrestlers Take Legal Route, Leave Streets

    Wrestlers have announced that they will patiently await the fulfilment of the promised changes to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). Over six months after initiating their protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, where they accused Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the sidelined chief of WFI, of sexually harassing female wrestlers, the wrestlers have decided to end their demonstration.

  • Punjab Agriculture Minister Urges Farmers to Apply for Subsidised Machines for Crop Diversification

    In an effort to boost diversification and mechanization in agriculture, Gurmeet Singh Khudian, the Agriculture Minister of Punjab, has encouraged farmers to take advantage of subsidies provided under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) scheme. Khudian emphasized the potential for increased income through the use of modern agricultural equipment and urged farmers to apply for the subsidies before the deadline of July 20.

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