b

Centre launches mobile app for grievance redressal of rice millers

Move to enchance transparency, accountability




b

Subdued blenders’ demand hits Coonoor tea auctions sales 

Sales drop to less than 70 per cent in leaf and dust




b

Centre asks sugar mills to pack 20% of production in jute bags

Warns of action against units not heeding to mandatory order




b

Arya.ag bags $19.8 million from US International Development Finance Corporation

These funds will be utilised to connect farmers and FPOs with buyers across the country




b

India’s H1 agriculture exports a tad lower at $12.13 billion on dip in cereal shipments

As per APEDA, the fall in non-basmati rice exports pulled down the overall cereal shipments by 8.35 per cent to $5.22 billion during April-September period from corresponding last year’s $5.69 billion




b

Rubber Board urges tyre makers to continue procuring rubber in domestic market

Mutual support of all stakeholders crucial in the value chain for sustainable market, says Board’s ED




b

6 weather models point to La Nina not emerging during Nov-Feb, says Australia’s BoM

IOD negative conditions likely by November, but may turn neutral by December




b

Syngenta signs MoUs with CSSRI and HAU on crop productivity, sustainable agriculture

MoUs aim to implement projects related to capacity building of rural youth in agriculture and allied sciences, safe use of crop protection chemicals and adoption of new technologies, among other things




b

Global rice prices drop over 10% after India lifts all curbs on exports

Arrival of new crop in Pakistan, Myanmar add to the pressure on the market




b

Maharashtra cashew board plans to expand area under the crop, promote organic farming

Plans promoting the State’s produce as unique brand, says director Patil




b

CMFRI develops eco-friendly fish feed from black soldier fly larvae 

CMFRI transferred the technology to Amala Ecoclean, a start-up focusing on sustainable waste management and environmental solutions, for large-scale commercial production




b

Fertilizer subsidy payout declines in April-September

Global price drop led to 38% dip in nutrient-based fertilizer subsidy payout, impacting domestic fertilizer sales




b

Blue Pearl, a new fish farmer producer company launched in Kodungallur

Highlighting the rapid growth of the fisheries sector, the Minister said the Centre has outlined several schemes dedicated to strengthening the fisheries sector




b

Big boost to rice procurement in second fortnight of October, Central purchase reaches 84 lakh tonnes

The purchases were 48 per cent lower at 20.7 lt in until October 15, whereas in the second fortnight over 63 lt rice was procured by the Centre




b

India’s night temperature rise in October breaks all time record, November may be ‘above normal’

October was the warmest pan-India basis since 1901, with the mean temperature recording 1.23 degree Celsius above normal




b

India’s journey towards biofuel leadership

With continued government support, private sector investment, and public participation, India can become a global biofuel leader




b

Can solar energy transform farms for sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation?

Time to follow ancient belief of sun and farm produce to help improve economics of agriculture




b

Mandi prices indicate higher production in soyabean, groundnut

Production of rice, maize, bajra, ragi may be around last year’s levels




b

Stanford Blade named interim D-G of ICRISAT

Blade, currently the Deputy Director General (Research) at the institute, will lead the institute until the new Director General, Himanshu Pathak, assumes the position next year




b

South Peninsula records 7% above normal rainfall so far, poised to get even more from later this week

Easterly to north-easterly flows starting to rebuild after being scattered by severe cyclone Dana over the Bay




b

Crystal Crop Protection acquires I&B Seeds

Diversifies into flower and vegetable seeds with the latest buyout




b

SEA urges govt to re-evaluate ban on export of de-oiled rice bran

In a letter to various Central ministers, SEA said that this decision could have far-reaching negative consequences for multiple sectors




b

Stubble burning incidents drop by a half, but UP, Rajasthan have higher cases

Data also show that Uttar Pradesh had 17 per cent rise in number of stubble burning incidents at 1,288 against 1,102 year-ago and Rajasthan 9 per cent up at 1,072 from 982.




b

Fisheries Ministry, CMFRI, NFDB collaborate to showcase drone tech in marine sector

An awareness workshop will be held on November 8, featuring demonstrations of drone applications for tasks such as aquaculture input dispensing, water body monitoring, and marine mammal assessments




b

Haresh Vyas is Chairman of World Castor Sustainability Forum

“Vyas brings a wealth of experience and an unfaltering commitment to sustainable agricultural practices, setting the stage for transformative growth and enhanced sustainability within the castor industry”




b

Government re-starts sales of rice, atta under ‘Bharat’ brand, raises prices

After flagging off the mobile vans of these cooperatives, carrying the items, Joshi said that the intervention would continue till the allocated stock gets exhausted




b

India-US farm trade to get a boost with Trump’s comeback

Experts predict an increase in India’s exports, including tea, coffee, and spices, while imports of American farm products like tree nuts and fresh fruits are also likely to rise




b

‘Lifting of MEP on non-Basmati rice helps India compete globally’

The Food Ministry has announced another tender for 50,000 tonnes set to open on November 18




b

World experienced its second-warmest October last month, says European weather agency

2024 “certain” to be the warmest year on record, says Copernicus Climate Change Service 




b

Urad imports from Brazil increase to 22,000 tonnes till October

Australia’s chana production in current year is estimated at about 13.3 lakh tonnes (lt) against 4.9 lt in 2023, basically for export to India




b

Centre doubles fines for stubble burning

The penalty can reach ₹30,000 for individuals with more than five acres of farmland




b

Govt withdraws sugar stock disclosure order citing comfortable domestic availability

Food Ministry says sufficient quantity of sugar is available in the country to meet the domestic demand throughout the year after reviewing prices and availability of the sweetener




b

Exporting community welcomes Tea Board’s move to issue notice to over 2,000 companies for defaulting on export returns

Every business licensee registered with Tea Board must submit monthly export returns through the online portal




b

Sluggish start to rabi plantings in Rajasthan




b

This time for Africa: Asian tea producers to explore possibilities to create market opportunities in Africa

Asia Tea Alliance plans to expand tea market in Africa to increase global consumption, focusing on sustainability and quality




b

Ahmedabad to host third National Spice Conference on Nov 15,16

The event’s stated goal is to help farmers understand the importance of sustainable spice production and quality assurance




b

Hyderabad to host international poultry expo from November 27

A technical seminar with the theme ‘Unlocking Poultry Potential’ will be held on November 26




b

Best Agrolife gets approval for patented herbicide ‘Shot Down’ and insecticide ‘Bestman’

These products are slated for launch in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year.




b

India’s September tea output a tad lower at 164.62 million kg

Output drop witnessed in North and South India




b

Indian Tea Association calls for creating rating system based on quality of retail packets

Consumers should know the quality of blends used in the packets, says itsIndian Tea Association chief Hemant Bangur




b

Key challenges faced by farmer producer companies in the agricultural ecosystem

Building genuine connections and understanding the intrinsic motivations of farmers can create a vibrant ecosystem




b

Chana prices crash as imports from Australia begin and sowing starts

Huge imports of yellow peas also weigh on prices




b

Sowing seeds of trust: How blockchain is cultivating a new era of digital farming

Realising its full potential in digital farming requires addressing certain critical challenges




b

AP proposes ₹43,402 crore budget for agri allied sectors

Kinjarapu Acchannayudu, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Agriculture, said “the Government proposes a multi-pronged approach to make agriculture a profitable venture”




b

Two-day NAARM meet on sustainable agri start-ups from November 12

A-Idea is a technology business incubator promoted by the NAARM




b

Gujarat launches procurement of soyabean, urad & moong from farmers

Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), purchases will be conducted over 90 days from 3.7 lakh farmers who have registered for this scheme




b

Indian crop input firms upbeat on rabi season prospects on higher reservoir levels, soil moisture

Sector witnessing good demand for commodity and speciality fertilizers




b

Ginners call off stir as CCI asks farmers to bring raw cotton kapas to the nearest market yards

Cotton Corp assures to procure all fair-grade cotton from growers




b

Time window for advance ticket booking reduced to 60 days: Railways

Bookings done up to October 31, 2024 under the ARP of 120 days will remain intact




b

Vistara's Delhi-London flight diverted to Frankfurt after bomb threat on social media

Nearly 40 flights operated by the Indian carriers have received bomb threats in the past few days which later turned out to be hoaxes