Indian cardamom gains aroma on global supply crunch
Indian cardamom exporters are pinning hopes on the 2026 export season, which is reportedly witnessing an unprecedented surge, with volumes projected to reach around 14,000 tonnes, nearly double the historical average. They have attributed the reason for the upward swing primarily to the 50 per cent production drop in Guatemala, which has left a massive […]
India’s oilmeals exports decline by 42% in January
India’s oilmeals exports declined by 42.5 per cent in January due to a sharp fall in the exports of soybean meal and rapeseed meal. India exported 2.60 lakh tonnes (lt) of oilmeals during January 2026 against 4.52 lt in January 2025. In January 2026, India’s export of soybean meal declined to 1.32 lt (2.86 lt […]
India may find it tough to export 2.5 million tonnes of wheat this year
India will find it tough to find buyers abroad for its wheat as the domestic cost of the foodgrain is higher than the global market, traders and analysts say. According to a New Delhi-based trader, it will be an uphill task, particularly with the government fixing the minimum support price for wheat at ₹2,585 a […]
Sweet & staple: Govt pushes wheat, sugar exports despite weak global parity
The Centre, in a surprise move, has allowed exports of 2.5 million tonnes (mt) of wheat, lifting a ban that had been in place for more than three years. Not only that, it has also permitted exports of 0.5 mt of sugar, over and above the already approved 1.5 mt. The export permissions were granted […]
NABARD-NCDEX price protection scheme helps growers harvest benefits
A price protection scheme jointly launched by NABARD and the National Commodities and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) a year ago has begun to help farmers, particularly cultivating turmeric, manage price volatility by taking part in options trade in the derivatives market. Under the scheme, NABARD subsidises premiums for put options for farmer-producer organisations (FPOs) across seven […]
Centre lifts ban on wheat exports after more than three years
With wheat production and stocks expected to touch new highs in the coming season, the government on Friday approved exports of 2.5 million tonnes (mt) of wheat and an additional 500,000 tonnes of wheat products. Simultaneously, the government also permitted exports of 500,000 tonnes of sugar on top of the 1.5 mt allowed earlier. The […]
RBI for inclusion of farm-linked technology innovations as loans
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to include expenses related to technology innovations like soil testing, real-time weather forecasts, and organic/good agricultural practices certification, to be eligible for farm loans. These will be covered within the 20 per cent additional component currently allowed towards repairs and maintenance of farm assets. It has been […]
India poised for surge in agricultural exports to US after trade deal: APEDA Chairman
India is poised to see a significant surge in agricultural and organic product exports to the United States following the interim trade agreement, with the competitive 18% tariff rate providing Indian exporters a decisive edge in the American market, said Abhishek Dev, Chairman of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). Speaking […]
Geospatial evolution in India moves ‘pixels to people’ in continuity of purpose
From foundational tryst with coconut groves in Kerala 1969 to national infrastructure platforms and rural employment missions, GeoAI journey reflects continuity of purpose, showcasing how public investment in science powered by entrepreneurial energy and digital governance can turn technology for public good. Geospatial evolution has been more about service delivery, inclusion and resilience, translating pixels captured hundreds […]
Agri sector sees more hope than fear in Indo-US trade deal
Coffee exporters have perked up, tea shippers hope to cash in on the low duty advantage, spices shippers smell good times, while seafood exporters hope for a big catch as the impact of the India-US trade deal sinks in among agriculture and allied sectors. Alongside this optimism, fears are also being raised in certain sectors […]