Rural Connect

Dwarf Virus Hits Paddy Crop in Haryana, Punjab: What Can Farmers Do? Top Scientist Suggests Solutions

This year, the Punjab government had allowed paddy transplantation before 15 June. The disease in paddy is also being linked to this...

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NABARD Celebrates 44 Years of Rural Empowerment and Financial Inclusion

A brief presentation titled "Journey of NABARD" was showcased, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and NABARD’s evolving role...

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Megabill Reshapes U.S. Farm Policy; More Support for Big Ag, Less for Low-Income Families

The Republican-led megabill expands farm subsidies, especially for livestock and large dairy operations, while slashing SNAP funding...

International

Global Grain Shipping Faces Low Freight Rates but High Uncertainty

Low freight rates are helping global grain exporters in 2025, but the shipping market remains clouded by tariff threats, oversupplied...

International

India’s Agri Exports Off to a Flying Start in FY26, Driven by Soaring Rice and Meat Shipments

India's agricultural and processed food exports rose over 7% to $5.96 billion in April-June 2025, led by strong shipments of rice,...

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India's Himalayan Study Links Farm Practices to Rising Methane Emissions

The study revealed that while greenhouse gas concentrations in the Central Himalayas are generally lower than in urban areas, they...

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