Agriculture Buzz

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• Tumbleweed Menace: All About the Invasion Species Taking Over US

  The tumbleweed invasion represents a complex ecological and societal challenge that requires coordinated action and innovation to address effectively. Read below to learn about this notorious flora.…

• March is Declared as Agriculture Literacy Month in This Country, Click to Know More!

  Throughout March, industry volunteers from various sectors of food production will visit classrooms to deliver presentations and share personal stories, providing students with valuable insights into the agricultural world…

• Swaminathan Report: Understanding Its Purpose, Recommendations, and Impact on Indian Agriculture

  Swaminathan Report represents an important effort to address the numerous challenges confronting Indian agriculture.…

• KISAN Hyderabad 2024: Telangana's Agri Minister Nageswara Rao Inaugurates 3-Day Expo

  Telangana's Agriculture Minister Nageswara Rao inaugurated the 3-day event, uniting agriculture stakeholders and showcasing cutting-edge advancements.…

• Walmart Foundation Announces Three Strategic Grants to Strengthen Agriculture in Maharashtra

  The Walmart Foundation today announced new grants totaling over $3 million with BAIF Development Research Foundation, Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) and Collective Good Foundation (CGF). These grants aim to empower smallholder farmers through sustainable agriculture practices in the state of Maharashtra.…

• Union Minister Hardeep Singh Plans to Setup 100 New Biogas Plants in UP

  As Uttar Pradesh gears up for the establishment of additional biogas plants, it sets a promising trajectory for environmental responsibility, economic development, and job creation in the state.…

• What are Starch Toothpicks, Why are Koreans Eating Them?

  Videos of eating fried toothpicks went viral in South Korea on various social media platforms, raising concerns about the health of youngsters and children.…

• ICAR Approves Two More Varieties of Kota's Black Chickpeas

  After extensive research of over 10 years, the Agriculture Research Station, Ummedganj, has developed two new varieties of black chickpeas with better yield and an early maturity period.…

• ICARDA’s Implementation of the BOLD Initiative Accelerates Grass pea Enhancement in South Asia

  The grass pea program at ICARDA has benefited from the extensive evaluation and use of landraces and crop wild relatives (CWR).…

• 'Pusa Krishi AgriInno Connect' Brings Together Scientists and Startups at IARI, Delhi

  Pusa Krishi, ZTM-BPD unit of IARI organized 'Pusa Krishi AgriInno Connect' on Friday, 15th December 2023 at B P Pal Auditorium, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. The occasion was graced by Mr Ashish Kumar Srivastava, Joint Secretary -RKVY, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Govt of…

• 'Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Improved Under CM Chandrababu Naidu's Tenure, 9 Fishing Harbours Constructed', Says State Officials

  The overall data of how Andhra Pradesh has been improving in all sectors including agriculture, economy etc, shared by Revenue Minister Dharmana Prasada on the last day of Phase II of YSRCP’s ‘Samajika Sadhikara’ yatra.…

• CLAAS India Appoints Sriram Kannan as New India CEO & MD

  Sriram Kannan has over 27 years of industry experience. He was leading the manufacturing operations of CLAAS India before taking over the role of CEO & MD.…

• India Formulates Sea Protocols to Enhance the Export of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

  India is actively developing sea protocols for cost-effective and high-volume export of perishable goods, including bananas and mangoes, aiming to diversify export channels and reduce dependence on air cargo.…

• India Hosts 33rd Conference of WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and Pacific at New Delhi

  India hosted the 33rd Conference of the WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific from November 13 to 16 in New Delhi, organized by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, MOFAHD.…

• Identifying Purity of Saffron, Conducting Foolproof Tests

  Saffron, the golden treasure revered for its vibrant hue, exquisite aroma, and myriad culinary and medicinal uses, is also one of the world's most expensive spices.…

• 33rd WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific Inaugurated by MoS Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan in New Delhi

  The 33rd Conference of the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific commenced today in New Delhi, inaugurated by Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan. The event, scheduled from November 13 to…

• Rupala to Inaugurate World Organisation for Animal Health 33rd Conference in India

  Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Parshottam Rupala will inaugurate the World Organisation for Animal Health's 33rd Conference scheduled from November 13 to 16, 2023 in New Delhi.…

• Veterinary Varsity Youth Festival Starts with Knowledge Sharing and Brush Art

  The 12th Youth Festival of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana started with knowledge sharing and fine arts events.…

• Tur and Urad Stock Limits Extended Until December 31 to Stabilize Prices

  The wholesaler's stock limit for each of these pulses is set at 200 tonnes, whereas the retailer is restricted to a maximum of five tonnes for each type.…

• Agri-Business Committee of PHDCCI Re-Elects Nand Lal Kishore, Chairman of Crystal Crop Protection Limited as Its New Chair

  Kishore's continued leadership promises to bring fresh insights and initiatives to further advance the agribusiness sector.…

• Union Fisheries Minister Rupala Opens Global Climate Conclave on Marine Fisheries

  Union Fisheries Minister Rupala on Tuesday addressed the Global Climate Conclave on Marine Fisheries.…

• Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Department Excels in Latest CPGRAMS Report for September 2023

  Agriculture and Farmers Welfare topped grievance resolution with a 97% disposal rate in September 2023.…

• FSII Elects Ajai Rana, MD & CEO, Savannah Seeds as its New Chairman

  FSII welcomes Ajai Rana, CEO and Managing Director of Savannah Seeds Pvt Ltd., ushering in a new era of leadership in the Indian seed industry.…

• ‘Below Sea Level Farming’ Transforms Kerala Agriculture

  MS Swaminathan, a revered scientist in Kerala's Kuttanad region, devised a renowned agricultural package. While it earned global recognition, its implementation disappointed local farmers. Nonetheless, it led to Kuttanad's wetland agriculture system receiving FAO's Global Agricultural Heritage System status.…

• Diverse Pathways to Farming Success: Pluralistic Strategies in Agriculture Extension

  This article has been written by Jyoti Vishwakarma, Assistant Professor, School of Agricultural Sciences, Raffles University, Neemrana, and Vishal Yadav, Research Scholar, Department of Extension Education, College of Agriculture, A.N.D.U.A & T., Ayodhya.…

• SISTA360 to be Launched by Union Minister Parshottam Rupala on Sept 25

  SISTA360, Sustainable Aquaculture: India’s Potential to be the Global Leader, will be launched by the Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Parshottam Rupala on September during a seminar.…

• Bharat Kisan Manch Accelerates Farmers & Rural Entrepreneurs Digitization, Launched in Collaboration with Mastercard and AEGF

  The two organizations will combine their expertise and network to provide millions of farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs access to markets and formal financial services.…

• FAO Food Price Index Drops in August Analysis

  Strong supply conditions push international commodity quotations lower except for rice and sugar.…

• Agriculture Ministry Teams Up with FICCI, CII & PHDCCI for AgriTech Startup Conclave

  The National Conclave's objective is to deliberate upon and pinpoint inclusive support mechanisms for agricultural startups in India.…

• Sunil Mittal Foresees Africa as Catalyst for Revolutionizing Global Agri and Food

  Sunil Bharti Mittal, B20 India Action Council Chair, advocates Africa as an agricultural powerhouse with the potential to reshape global food systems. He emphasizes the vital role of Africa's presence in G20.…

• Union Minister Parshottam Rupala to Head for Indian Fisheries and Animal Husbandry High-Level Meet in Norway from August 21 to 24

  The main purpose of the visit is to strengthen the bilateral cooperation between India and Norway in the field of fisheries and aquaculture.…

• Drought's Impact on Food Production foreseen by Karnataka's Agri Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy

  After launching the centralized helpline for farmers, Chaluvarayaswamy informed the press that the state has experienced a rainfall deficiency of 22% from June 1 to August 16. Specifically, for the month of July, the deficit in rainfall was notably higher at 29%.…

• Zydex Industries Showcases Zytonic Technology's Remarkable Impact on Banana Crop to Farmers in Ayodhya

  Dr. Santosh Mishra, DGM of Zydex Industries, along with his team, took center stage on August 16th in Barwa village, Ayodhya, as they presented the outstanding results of Zytonic technology on banana crops through a compelling crop show.…

• Haryana Deputy CM Proposes Allocating 50% of Govt Agri Land Revenue to Panchayats

  Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala announces that 50% of the government's income from agricultural land will be allocated to panchayats for development projects, aiming to accelerate rural development.…

• Sunil Kohli Joins Kimitec as Country Manager, Embarking on a New Chapter in Agri-Biotechnology

  Mr Sunil Kohli, a highly respected business strategist and industry veteran, has just announced his appointment as Country Manager at Kimitec, a renowned biotechnology company transforming the agricultural sector.…

• Deere & Company Announces Neil Hunn to Company's Board of Directors

  The President and Chief Executive Officer of Roper Technologies is elected to Deere & Company's Board of Directors…

• Verdesian Life Sciences Appoints Accomplished Leader Clare Doyle as CEO to Drive Agricultural Innovation

  Verdesian, known for its cutting-edge nutrient-use efficiency products, has consistently demonstrated its commitment to revolutionizing agriculture by enhancing crop performance while minimizing environmental impact. Under Doyle's guidance, the company is poised to expand its portfolio of groundbreaking solutions further, benefiting growers, customers, and the planet…

• 'Diverse Crop Cycles Can Maximize Profits and Minimize Expenses,' Pragatisheel Kisan Club Enlightens Farmers

  During a seminar held by the Pragatisheel Kisan Club, farmers were enlightened about the transformative potential of adopting diverse crop cycles.…

• Farmers Are Happy as Production Cost of Cumin leads to Higher Prices

  About 100 farmers from farmers producer companies of Patan attended the function organized by NCDEX IPF Trust.…

• Syngenta India Launches Incipio & Simodis – Next Generation Products for Paddy and Vegetable Farmers in India

  As paddy cultivation picks up momentum with the onset of monsoon in the country, Syngenta India, a leading ag-tech company unveiled its new age plant protection solutions – Incipio and Simodis for paddy, cotton and vegetable farmers across India.…

• Dr CK Ashok Kumar Selected as the President of India Vetiver Network (INVN)

  Dr CK Ashok Kumar, the founder of First World Community, has been selected to lead the Vetiver Network of India at the global Vetiver leaders’ meeting this evening. Initiated in 1995, The Vetiver Network International (TVNI) has been arduously working towards creating awareness on the…

• Alternative Resources to Tackle Power Challenges in the Agricultural Sector

  Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited Chairman M Devraj visited IRRI South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) to explore modern rice production practices and discussed the adaptation of alternate power resources to address power supply challenges in agriculture, aiming to positively impact farmers' income.…

• Dinesh Singh, Agribusiness Luminary, Joins 'Gencrest' as Chief Operating Officer, Paving Way for Transformative Growth

  A well celebrated personality in the world of agriculture industry, Dinesh Singh, has joined Gencrest (Samta Group) as a Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Agribusiness.…

• Jeera Creates a Tasty Recipe for Farmers

  Jeera is on the run for more than a year. If compared to YoY, Jeera prices have gone up by more than 150%. This rabi crop is normally harvested in February-March and if compared to the price prevailing at the time of last year’s harvesting…

• Telangana Minister Niranjan Reddy Garu Flags-off 10 Mobile Vans Raising Agri-Input Awareness for Higher Yields, Farmer Income

  Telangana Minister flags off mobile vans for farmer awareness campaign 'Jago Kisan Jago' on quality agrochemicals and proper billing. Vans disseminate information, promotes modern agriculture, and emphasizes pest management practices.…

• Satish Tiwari Joins Biotechnology Company Gencrest Pvt Ltd As Vice President-Sales & Marketing

  Satish Tiwari, renowned face in the field of agriculture, yesterday announced that he has joined a biotechnology company Gencrest Pvt Ltd.…

• From International Union of Agricultural Journalists to International Federation of Agricultural Journalists: Journey At A Glance

  Formed in 1956, the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) was previously known as the International Union of Agricultural Journalists (IUAJ). Here's a look at its journey, list of presidents, and why the current president is special.…

• Suhana Khan, an agriculturist? Buys Farmland in Alibaug!

  Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan's daughter Suhana Khan has been addressed as an agriculturist in a registration document for Alibaug.…

• President Murmu Signs MoUs with Suriname, Boosting Agriculture and Health Sectors

  On Monday, President Droupadi Murmu held restricted talks and delegation-level talks with Surinam President Chandrikapersad Santokhi.…

• Conrad Sangma Launches Prime Agriculture Response Vehicles to Boost Farming Productivity

  Conrad K Sangma, the Chief Minister of Meghalaya, inaugurated the Prime Agriculture Response Vehicles at MAMETI in Upper Shillong, emphasizing the employment potential in the Agriculture and Food Sector.…