India’s kharif paddy, pulses acreage continues to gain
The area under paddy has increased by 5.6 per cent to 369.05 lakh hectares (lh) as of August 16 during the ongoing kharif season. It has taken the overall coverage under all kharif crops to 1,031.56 lh – up 2 per cent from a year ago, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare said on […]
How India plans to bring down urea imports to zero
In line with its goal of eliminating urea imports by 2025, the government is scaling up Nano-Urea production to achieve self-sufficiency in urea production For more information click here.
Organic farmers demand individual certification at lower costs
Growers feel burdened by agencies charging over ₹1 lakh for a certificate The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Agency (Apeda), an arm of the Commerce Ministry, is unable to help farmers get certification for their organic produce at a lower cost. For more information click here.
PM Modi releases 109 climate-resilient seeds, engages with farmers
He suggested that Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) proactively inform farmers about benefits of new varieties being developed every month With the aim to enhance farm productivity as well as farmers’ income, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday released 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and bio-fortified crop varieties of 34 agricultural and 27 horticultural crops. Unlike other occasions, […]
APEDA announces 40% subsidy on machinery for cashew industry
To take up branding, marketing campaign to revive cashew exports In a bid to revive the sagging cashew exports, the Government has announced a slew of measures including a subsidy for upgradation of processing machinery and support for branding and marketing of the commodity overseas. For more information click here.
India’s pulses import may double by 2030 if Centre does not make policy intervention: Ashok Gulati
Only government intervention can help increase pulses production to meet the growing demand which is expected to reach 40 million tonnes (mt) by 2030 as profitability of these crops is lower than competing crops, experts said. For more information click here.
Sahyadri Farms introduces the patented ‘Tango’ mandarin variety among Indian farmers
Sahyadri Farms, India’s largest farmer-owned horticulture ecosystem, has announced the introduction of the renowned patented “Tango” mandarin variety in India. This exceptional fruit will now be accessible to the small and marginal farmers associated with Sahyadri Farms, promising significant economic benefits and a boost in agricultural productivity. Developed by the University of California and globally […]
Grapes – Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2024 – 2029)
The Grapes Market size is estimated at USD 215.17 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 303.20 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.10% during the forecast period (2024-2029). Grapes are one of the largest fruit crops, and table grapes are one of the major types of grapes grown worldwide, which […]
Fresh Vegetables : Forecast 2024-2031
Global Fresh vegetables market size was valued at USD 650.25 billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 814.11 billion in 2023 to USD 4914.95 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 25.2% in the forecast period (2024-2031). The fresh vegetables market is a dynamic and essential sector within the global food […]
Punjab govt undertakes pilot project of residue-free Basmati rice cultivation
The Punjab government has undertaken a pilot project under which residue-free basmati has been cultivated in Chogawan block of Amritsar district in a bid to promote organic farming. Residue-free practices entail minimal or no usage of chemicals. The Chogawan block falls in the basin of the Ravi River and has favourable climatic conditions to nurture […]