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India Develops World's First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties

India Develops World's First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties

India has become the first country in the world to develop genome edited rice varieties....

National
Boost Rice Yields with Innovation and Better Management, Says Dr. Paroda

Boost Rice Yields with Innovation and Better Management, Says Dr. Paroda

Addressing key challenges, Dr. Paroda highlighted that many farmers in Punjab have...

States
Punjab's Ban on Hybrid Paddy Varieties Hits Seed Companies, While Acreage Increases in Other States

Punjab's Ban on Hybrid Paddy Varieties Hits Seed Companies, While Acreage Increases in Other States

According to the order issued by the Punjab government, based on the recommendation...

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Dr. Mangi Lal Jat Takes Charge as Secretary, DARE and DG, ICAR

Dr. Mangi Lal Jat Takes Charge as Secretary, DARE and DG, ICAR

Dr. M.L. Jat brings over 25 years of rich experience in agronomy, climate-resilient...

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Dr. Mangi Lal Jat appointed Secretary of DARE and Director General of ICAR, notification issued

Dr. Mangi Lal Jat appointed Secretary of DARE and Director General of ICAR, notification issued

Dr. M.L. Jat’s extensive experience as an agricultural scientist, along with his...

National
Vaccine Breakthrough: How India Developed the World’s First DIVA-Compatible Lumpy Skin Disease Vaccine

Vaccine Breakthrough: How India Developed the World’s First DIVA-Compatible Lumpy Skin Disease Vaccine

The development of the homegrown vaccine Lumpi-ProVacInd against the disease is...

Agribusiness
Dr Suresh Kumar Chaudhari joined Fertiliser Association of India as Director General

Dr Suresh Kumar Chaudhari joined Fertiliser Association of India as Director General

Dr Suresh Kumar Chaudhari has had a notable career in the Indian Council of Agricultural...

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Dr RS Paroda honored with 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Lifetime Achievement Award' by NABS

Dr RS Paroda honored with 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Lifetime Achievement Award' by NABS

Dr Paroda is a distinguished agricultural scientist and administrator. Globally...

Opinion
Climate Change and Evolving Role of Research Institutions

Climate Change and Evolving Role of Research Institutions

A synergy between basic plant sciences and cutting-edge technologies is needed for...

National
Clear policy on GM needed; hybrid technology has huge potential: Dr. R S Paroda

Clear policy on GM needed; hybrid technology has huge potential: Dr. R S Paroda

Dr. R.S. Paroda, Chairman of Trust for Advancement in Agricultural Sciences (TAAS)...

Agritech
National symposium on hybrid technology for enhancing crop productivity

National symposium on hybrid technology for enhancing crop productivity

This three day event aims to address the pressing challenges of global food insecurity...

Opinion
Rebuilding and Reinventing Institutions for Farmers

Rebuilding and Reinventing Institutions for Farmers

Recognizing the significance of institution building for farmers, the latest issue...

National
Crop Burning Cases are More in Uttar Pradesh than Haryana, Cases Lower in Punjab Also

Crop Burning Cases are More in Uttar Pradesh than Haryana, Cases Lower in Punjab Also

According to data from satellite remote sensing by the IARI, between September 15...

Opinion
GM Crop Technology is Crucial for Climate Resilience and Sustainability in Indian Agriculture

GM Crop Technology is Crucial for Climate Resilience and Sustainability in Indian Agriculture

While conventional crop breeding is pivotal for developing improved crop varieties...

National
Protest against disparity in pay and service conditions of KVK staff across the nation

Protest against disparity in pay and service conditions of KVK staff across the nation

A day-long protest programme was held at all KVKs across the nation, coinciding...

National
Shivraj Singh Chouhan asked ICAR to send scientists to farmers' fields

Shivraj Singh Chouhan asked ICAR to send scientists to farmers' fields

Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated...