Agriculture

1,618 Acres of Konaseema’s ‘Sea Land’ to Be Greened Through Afforestation Drive

A large‑scale afforestation project will cover 1,618 acres of the coastal Konaseema region in Andhra Pradesh, aiming to restore vegetation and boost the local ecosystem.

24 Aug 2026

Farmers Seek Insurance Compensation for Okra, Tomato, Pomegranate Losses Due to Extreme Weather

Farmers affected by recent extreme weather events are filing insurance claims for damages to okra, tomatoes and pomegranates, seeking compensation for their crop losses.

24 Aug 2026

Punjab sugarcane output falls 7.7% in six years, production hits 6.91 million tonnes

Punjab's sugarcane harvest has slipped to 6.91 million tonnes, a 7.74% decline over six years, while sugar prices have risen sharply.

24 Aug 2026

ICAR official says Krishi Vigyan Kendras rolling out new agri‑tech to Indian farmers

Krishi Vigyan Kendras across the country are now distributing recently developed agricultural technologies to farmers, according to an ICAR spokesperson.

24 Aug 2026

How to Grow Clove Plants at Home: Step‑by‑Step Guide for Indian Gardeners

A simple guide explains the soil, sunlight and care needed to cultivate clove plants in pots, ideal for Indian home gardeners.

24 Aug 2026

Yellow cauliflower variety to be trialled in Bageshwar, Uttarakhand

Agricultural authorities will commence field trials of a yellow cauliflower cultivar in Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand.

24 Aug 2026

Onion Prices Spike Across India as Market Prices Surge

Retail and wholesale onion prices have risen sharply nationwide, prompting concerns among consumers and traders.

24 Aug 2026

Jammu & Kashmir unveils blueprint to phase out hazardous farm chemicals

The Jammu & Kashmir government has released a detailed plan to eliminate hazardous chemicals from agricultural production, aiming for a safer harvest across the region.

24 Aug 2026

Uttarakhand Introduces New Technique for Barnyard Millet Cultivation

The state of Uttarakhand has rolled out a new cultivation method for barnyard millet, aiming to enhance yields and promote climate‑resilient farming.

24 Aug 2026

New Rules Bar Ministers' and Secretaries' Families from Agriculture Scheme

The government has tightened eligibility for a central agriculture assistance scheme, disallowing families of ministers and senior bureaucrats after earlier instances of their participation.

24 Aug 2026

Vice President Radhakrishnan to Unveil India's First Non‑GMO Popcorn Maize Hybrid in Eluru, Andhra Pradesh

The Vice President will inaugurate the country's inaugural non‑genetically modified popcorn maize hybrid seed at a ceremony in Eluru, Andhra Pradesh.

24 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh agriculture faces crisis as rainfall deficit hits 52%

A severe rainfall shortfall of 52% has pushed Andhra Pradesh’s farming sector into crisis, prompting farmers to demand urgent relief.

24 Aug 2026