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Rabi Crop Area Surges by 20.88 Lakh Hectares, Boosting Farmer Incomes
India's rabi crop sown area rises by 20.88 lakh hectares, led by wheat and pulses. Higher MSPs ensure remunerative prices for farmers.
Rural Incomes Plunge as Food Prices Collapse Below MSP in Kharif Season
Report reveals sharp decline in farm earnings as Kharif crop prices fall below MSP due to excess rain, imports, and weak government support.
India Registers 16 New Indigenous Cattle Breeds, Total Now 246: Chouhan
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlights preservation of 246 indigenous livestock breeds as national heritage under Rashtriya Gokul Mission.
Rabi Crop Sowing Up 17.65 Lakh Hectares, Wheat & Pulses Lead Growth
India's rabi crop sown area increases by 17.65 lakh hectares, with wheat, pulses, and oilseeds showing significant growth for the winter season.
India's Farm Sector Hits Record Growth, Key to Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision
Niti Aayog report highlights agriculture's record 4.45% growth, resilience during Covid, and pivotal role in achieving developed economy status by 2047.
India Hits 73% Fertilizer Self-Sufficiency in 2025, Cuts Import Reliance
India's domestic fertilizer production met 73% of national demand in 2025, marking a major step toward self-reliance and reduced imports.
India's Livestock Sector Booms: 12.77% Annual Growth Since 2014-15
India's livestock sector grows at 12.77% CAGR, now contributes 30.87% of agri GVA. Leads in global milk production and sees major gains in eggs and meat.
Public Input Sought on New Pesticides Bill 2025 for Farmer Welfare
Govt seeks public feedback on new Pesticides Bill to ensure quality, decriminalize petty offences, and promote ease of living for farmers.
India Overtakes China as World's Top Rice Producer with Record Harvest
India produces 150.18 million tonnes of rice, surpassing China. Agriculture Minister launches 184 new high-yielding crop varieties to boost farm output.
Centre Boosts Fertilizer Subsidy by Rs 736 Crore for Rabi Season
Centre increases fertilizer subsidy by Rs 736 crore for Rabi 2025-26, focusing on nutrient-based support to aid farmers and soil health.
Centre Allocates ₹37,952 Crore Fertiliser Subsidy for Rabi Season
The Centre has approved a ₹37,952 crore nutrient-based subsidy for the Rabi season to ensure affordable fertilisers for farmers and boost domestic production.
India's Fertiliser Subsidy to Hit Rs 1.9 Lakh Crore by FY27: Key Insights
India's fertiliser subsidy is projected at Rs 1.9 lakh crore for FY27. Explore the fiscal impact, industry challenges, and proposed DBT reforms.
Rabi Crop Sown Area Surges Past 614 Lakh Hectares, Boosting Farm Incomes
India's rabi crop sown area increases to 614.30 lakh hectares. Higher MSPs for 2026-27 aim to ensure remunerative prices for farmers and control food inflation.
Sadhguru Urges Farmers' Liberation from British-Era Laws at Cauvery Calling Event
Sadhguru urges Union Minister to amend laws, advocating that farmers own and sell all produce from their land, including trees, to boost income and sustainability.
Rabi Crop Sowing Hits 580 Lakh Hectares: How It Boosts Farmer Income and Fights Inflation
India's rabi crop sown area increases by 8.11 lakh hectares, boosting wheat, pulses, and oilseeds cultivation for higher farmer income and stable food prices.
India's Farm Shield: How the Government Protects Farmers Amid Global Trade
Minister Ramnath Thakur details government oversight on agricultural trade, MSP, and export support to safeguard farmers' interests from market volatility.
Sugar Industry at a Pivotal Moment: Why ISMA Demands Higher MSP Amid Price Slump
ISMA urges government to raise sugar MSP and ethanol prices to ensure mill stability and timely farmer payments, while pushing for flex-fuel vehicle tax cuts.
Rabi Sowing Surge: How 536 Lakh Hectares Boost Farmer Incomes and Curb Inflation
Rabi crop sowing expands by 24 lakh hectares to 536.76 lakh hectares, boosting wheat, pulses, and oilseeds area to increase farmer incomes and control food prices.
Farm Loan Relief: How ₹14,122 Crore Write-Off Aids Flood-Hit Farmers
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reveals ₹14,122 crore in farm loans written off in H1 2025-26 to aid farmers hit by floods and other natural disasters.
Rural Crisis: How Unseasonal Rains and Price Collapse Crush Farmer Incomes
A new report reveals a sharp collapse in rural cultivation income due to crop damage from unseasonal rains and a steep fall in Kharif crop prices across India.
Nano-Fertiliser Breakthrough: How India Can Lead the Global Agriculture Revolution
FAI Director General says India is uniquely placed to lead in nano-fertiliser tech like nano urea, reducing import dependency and boosting sustainable farming.
India's Fertiliser Supply: Adequate Amid Local Shortages, Industry Leaders Reveal
Industry leaders confirm India has adequate fertiliser supply for the season, despite localised shortages of DAP and urea, urging a shift to scientific use and nano-fertilisers.
Rabi Sowing Surge: How 479 Lakh Hectares Boost Farmer Incomes and Curb Inflation
Rabi sowing area exceeds 479 lakh hectares, a significant yearly increase. Wheat and pulses lead the surge, promising higher production and stable food prices.
APEDA Chief's Warning: Why India's Crop Quality Lags Behind China's Yield
APEDA Secretary Sudhanshu urges focus on crop quality and farm productivity to compete globally, citing infrastructure and certification as key hurdles.
India's Farm Boom: How Modi's Policies Fueled a 44% Sugarcane Surge
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan cites a 44% rise in sugarcane production since 2014, emphasizing tech, value addition, and sustainable farming for future growth.