IFTEX 2025: Kenya’s floral industry steals show on global stage
Kenya’s floriculture industry stole the show during the recently concluded International Flower Trade Exhibition (IFTEX) 2025, held at the Visa Oshwal Center in Nairobi. The three-day vibrant event attracted record-breaking visitors and exhibitors. Therefore, pre-registrations were 25% higher compared to last year. Overall, 189 exhibitors from 18 countries displayed their floral varieties and latest technologies. The event […]
Monsoon breaks 20-day-long hiatus, may enter North-West India this week
The monsoon managed to break a 20-day-long hiatus after it made an early onset over Kerala on May 24, and has on Monday advanced into remaining parts of north Arabian Sea and Gujarat, even as an incoming western disturbance dug deeper with prospects of animating an existing circulation in the neighbourhood to rustle up a […]
Geopolitical implications of the India-UK FTA on agrochemical supply chains and market access
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed recently does more than improve trade equations. Systematisation of the trade system augurs well for the agricultural and agrochemical sectors. The structuring of the system is certain to influence supply chains, iron out regulatory friction and even improve competitiveness among key players across regions. The FTA does more […]
Monsoon may enter most parts of North-West India next week
The south-west monsoon is likely to advance over remaining parts of Central and East India and parts of North-West India during this week (June 12-18) and over most parts of North-West India during the next week (June 19-25), India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said. The national forecaster also confirmed a watch for a cyclonic circulation/low-pressure […]
Japan’s AI Powered drones are planting forests 10 times faster using smart seed pod technology, helping restore ecosystems from the air
Japan is revolutionizing reforestation with AI-powered drones, planting forests 10 times faster than traditional methods! Using cutting-edge technology, scientists in Japan have developed drones that use LiDAR scanning to map terrain and analyze soil conditions. This allows them to find the best planting spots before launching biodegradable seed pods into the ground. These pods are […]
Extremely heavy rain warned for Kerala and Mahe as monsoon revives
Heavy to very heavy rain lashed isolated places over Telangana, Kerala and Mahe during 24 hours ending on Wednesday morning as the monsoon appeared to revive over parts of South Peninsula on the back of a building activity over Bay of Bengal. The monsoon is expected to advance into more parts of Central and adjoining […]
AI likely to help enhance sugarcane production by 30%: Expert
Vasantdada Sugar Institute and Agricultural Development Trust signs MoU to explore ways to ensure new AI technology reaches as many sugarcane farmers as possible The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) could bring down the need of water in sugarcane farming by 50 per cent and increase the per acre produce by nearly 30 per cent, an expert in the […]
Why is India taxing nutrition? A closer look at the higher GST on ghee vs oils
It is imperative for policymakers to consider the nutritional value, cultural significance, and economic impact of such taxation In the diverse landscape of Indian cuisine, ghee holds a revered position, not just as a culinary staple but as a symbol of tradition and wellness. However, the current taxation framework under the Goods and Services Tax […]
India will protect farmers’ interest in US trade talks: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
India will prioritise protecting its farmers’ interests while assessing potential gains and losses in the ongoing trade negotiations with the United States over agricultural market access, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said. “Our priority is to protect the interest of our farmers. India will not work closing its eyes. We will assess our gains and […]
AI vs. Traditional Farming: China’s Vision for the Future of Agriculture
Agriculture has long been rooted in tradition guided by generations of experience, seasonal rhythms, and hands-on knowledge. However, as artificial intelligence (AI) gains momentum across industries, farming is also undergoing a technological revolution. In a groundbreaking initiative, China has launched a real-world experiment to compare AI-driven farming with traditional human-led practices, offering insight into how […]