Agriculture

African Swine Fever Confirmed in New Pangsha, Nagaland; Restrictions in Noklak

Veterinary officials have confirmed the presence of African Swine Fever in the village of New Pangsha, Nagaland, prompting authorities to impose movement restrictions on pig transport in the neighboring Noklak district.

24 Aug 2026

GBPUAT Professor Honoured with Krishi Samman Award

A professor from Gujarat Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical University was awarded the Krishi Samman for contributions to agricultural science.

24 Aug 2026

Assam Tea Estates Launch India's First Commercial Matcha

Tea growers in Assam have begun producing matcha for the Indian market, marking the country's first commercial venture into the green tea powder.

24 Aug 2026

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