Agriculture

Assam's native thekera fruit eyed as untapped asset for global nutraceutical market

The Assam Tribune reports that thekera, a little‑known fruit from the state, could become a valuable raw material for nutraceutical products worldwide.

27 Sep 2026

Heavy Rains Flood North Andhra, Devastate 13,550 Hectares of Crops

Intense monsoon rains and ensuing floods have destroyed 13,550 hectares of crops across three districts in North Andhra Pradesh.

27 Sep 2026

69,258 Farmers in Andhra Pradesh Hit by Crop Inundation

Heavy rains have caused widespread crop inundation, affecting 69,258 farmers across Andhra Pradesh.

27 Sep 2026

India Targets Key Oilseed Crop to Achieve Edible Oil Self‑Reliance

India is prioritising a vital oilseed crop as part of its strategy to reduce edible‑oil imports and achieve self‑reliance.

27 Sep 2026

Short-duration Basmati Price Touches ₹4,350/Quintal in Haryana, Farmers Aim for ₹1 Lakh per Acre

In Haryana, the price of short-duration basmati rice rose to ₹4,350 per quintal, prompting farmers to target earnings of ₹1 lakh per acre.

27 Sep 2026

Assam Tea Producers Venture into Specialty Matcha and Pu’er Varieties

Assam tea growers are expanding beyond traditional orthodox tea to produce specialty varieties such as matcha and pu’er, marking their entry into the specialty tea segment.

27 Sep 2026

नागपुर में ICAR-NBSS&LUP परिसर में वैज्ञानिकों ने किया पौधरोपण

प्रतिदिन एक पौधा लगाने के संकल्प के तहत नागपुर स्थित ICAR-राष्ट्रीय मृदा सर्वेक्षण एवं भूमि उपयोग नियोजन ब्यूरो (NBSS&LUP) के परिसर में कृषि वैज्ञानिकों और अन्य साथियों ने मिलकर पौधरोपण किया।

27 Sep 2026

Dharwad Krishi Mela Draws Over 300,000 Visitors in Karnataka

The annual Dharwad Krishi Mela in Karnataka attracted more than 300,000 attendees, showcasing a blend of traditional agriculture and modern technology.

27 Sep 2026

Indore Division Agriculture Dept. Advises Drought‑Resistant Crops for Rabi Season

The Madhya Pradesh agriculture department has issued a Rabi‑season plan for the Indore division, urging farmers to switch to low‑water crops amid below‑average monsoon rains.

27 Sep 2026

Gundhi Bug Outbreak Sparks Concern in South Goa

A sudden rise in Gundhi bug numbers in South Goa has alarmed farmers and local authorities, prompting immediate pest‑control measures.

27 Sep 2026

India’s farm waste turns profit: biochar and biogas drive new rural economy

Farm residues are being converted into biochar and biogas, creating revenue for farmers and cutting waste.

27 Sep 2026

Haryana Activates e-Kharid Gate Pass System for Paddy Arrivals Ahead of Procurement

The Haryana government has enabled electronic gate passes for paddy arrivals at procurement centres, allowing farmers to obtain clearance before delivering their crop.

27 Sep 2026