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Experts call for advancements in hybrid seeds and technology in India's maize sector
The 10th India Maize Summit 2024 in Delhi addressed the rising demand for maize...
Record wheat and rice production boosts food grain output by 26.11 lakh tonnes for 2023-24
The Union Department of Agriculture reports that India’s total food grain production...
Monsoon Retreats: Central India recorded highest rainfall, Eastern states suffer 17 percent shortfall
The monsoon withdrawal has commenced across the country. On Monday, the southwest...
Shivraj Singh Chouhan initiates dialogue with farmer organizations to address agricultural issues
Union Minister for Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan has begun a series of talks...
Kharif crop sowing exceeds five-year average due to good monsoon
This year, favourable monsoon conditions have led to Kharif crop sowing exceeding...
The sugar industry disagrees with the definition of sugar producer and sugar in the 'Sugar Control Order 2024'
On August 24, the Ministry of Food released the draft Sugar Control Order, inviting...
Atishi takes oath as Delhi’s new chief minister, pledges continuity and progress ahead of 2025 elections
Aam Aadmi Party's Atishi was sworn in as Delhi's new Chief Minister, succeeding...
Onion Prices Surge by 20 Percent After Government Eases Export Restrictions
The central government's decision to remove the minimum export price (MEP) of $550...
Horticulture production in India sees marginal decline, despite growth in fruit production
Despite the marginal drop in total production, fruit production in India has witnessed...
Basmati industry to see 4 percent revenue growth this fiscal year on strong base: CRISIL Report
India's basmati industry is projected to grow revenue by 4 percent this fiscal year,...
Govt. Merges PSS and PSF Under PM AASHA for Better Farmer and Consumer Support
The central government has extended the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan...
Basmati paddy prices surge by 23 percent as MEP is removed
Over the last five days, Basmati paddy prices have increased more than 23 percent,...
UP Govt to Establish State of the Art Seed Park in Lucknow, Asks Industry for Investments
Seed and agriculture experts on Friday called for enhancing collaborations for outcome-driven...
Govt revises wheat stock limits for traders and processors
The Indian government has revised wheat stock limits for traders, wholesalers, and...
Water levels in major reservoirs surge by 23 percent, positive outlook for rabi crops
This year, the country has experienced favourable monsoon rains, leading to a rise...
Vegetable oil imports hit five-month low, drop 16 percent in August
Vegetable oil imports fell by 16 percent to 15.63 lakh tonnes in August 2024, down...
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mjunction Enables Transparent eAuctions of Onions and Sugar for Government Agencies
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