Hi, NewsWrap for May 09, 2022

9 May 2022: The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, And Dairying, Fuel Price Update, World Veterinary Day 2022, Agriculture Production Department, Agriculture Minister

9 May 2022

Agriculture Minister to Visit Israel Next Week

Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar will visit Israel from May 8 to 11, for bilateral meetings and to discuss a variety of farm-related problems. At the request of Israel's Minister of Agriculture, Oded Forer, a delegation led by Tomar will visit Israel from May 8 to 11, 2022, for bilateral discussions to discuss various agricultural issues between both the two countries.
Agriculture Production Department (APD) Formed in Jammu and Kashmir

The Agriculture Production Department (APD) was formed on Saturday by merging three existing line departments: the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department, the Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries Department, and the Horticulture Department. The government said that the restructure of line departments was aimed at doubling the farm income of farmers, orchardists, and those who make up 70% of the population and rely on cattle, sheep, and fisheries for a living.
Fuel Price Update May 9th: Check out Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Cities

For the past 33 days, the prices of gasoline and diesel have remained unchanged. Rates of petrol and diesel have hiked by Rs 10 per liter each via 14 updates since the expiration of a four-and-a-half-month rate freeze on March 22. On April 6, fuel prices were increased by 80 paise per liter.
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, And Dairying Conducts Yoga Program

The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, has organized a Yoga Countdown Program on May 9th, 2022, as a lead-up to the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2022, which will take place on June 21st, 2022. This is one of the Department of Fisheries' attempts to commemorate India's 75th year of independence by celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
The Department of Animal Husbandry Celebrates World Veterinary Day 2022

Today, the Animal Husbandry Department, Kishtwar celebrated World Veterinary Day 2022 with the theme "Strengthening Veterinary Resilience" at the Chief Animal Husbandry Office. All dignitaries, participants, ex. veterinarians and para-vets were welcomed to the program. Dr. S.M Usman administered a promise to serve the country to the veterinarian.
Best Agrolife Launches Another Powerful Insecticide

Best Agrolife Ltd has launched another powerful product after Ronfen. AxeMan is an insecticide that controls BPH in rice crops. BPH is a highly destructive, difficult to eliminate pest and develops strong resistance to all agrochemicals and pesticides. AxeMan, with its dual mode of action, not only controls BPH in paddy but also provides resistance management. It provides healthy and vibrant tillers at the reproductive stage.
UPL Announces Record Net Profit of Rs 3,626 crore in FY22

UPL Ltd. Has reported financial results for the fourth quarter of FY22. The company's Q4 FY22 Revenue witnessed robust growth of 24% YoY to reach INR 15,860 crore, led by better product realizations, higher volumes and currency impact. Q4 FY22 EBITDA grew by 26% YoY to INR 3,591 crore as against INR 2,839 crore in Q4 FY21. Commenting on the performance, Jai Shroff, CEO of UPL Ltd., said “FY22 was a year of challenging macro-environment, input cost inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions and we chose to prudently invest towards ensuring reliable growth going forward.”
Corteva Agriscience Expands Sunflower Seed Production

Corteva Agriscience is expanding its sunflower seed business in Europe by investing an additional €14 million in the Afumati production facility in Romania. The investment will enable the company to meet rising domestic and international farmer demand for high-quality sunflower seeds.