Agriculture

Sikkim Launches India's First Himalayan Specialty Coffee Impact District

Sikkim has become the first state in India to establish a Himalayan specialty coffee impact district, aiming to boost the region's coffee cultivation and related economic activities.

30 Jun 2026

Govt Adjusts Wheat, Paddy Procurement Commission Rates from Rabi 2026-27

The central government has revised the commission rates for the procurement of wheat and paddy. These new rates will be effective from the Rabi marketing season of 2026-27.

30 Jun 2026

Punjab to Connect 7,000 Km Pipelines for Canal Water to Farms

The Punjab government plans to lay approximately 7,000 kilometers of pipelines across the state to ensure canal water reaches every farm.

30 Jun 2026

Delayed Monsoon Halts Paddy Planting in Mohali, Farmers Anxiously Await Rain

Farmers in Mohali are facing significant delays in paddy transplantation due to the delayed arrival of the monsoon season. The crucial agricultural activity is on hold as cultivators wait for adequate rainfall.

30 Jun 2026

Karnataka's Agricultural Sector Holds Significant Future Growth Potential

Karnataka's agricultural sector has been identified as a key area for future economic opportunities and growth within the state.

30 Jun 2026

Sikkim CM Pledges Agriculture Modernisation on Asar 15

Sikkim Chief Minister honoured farmers on the occasion of Asar 15, a traditional agricultural festival, and committed to modernising the state's farming sector.

30 Jun 2026

Tripura Issues 18 Letters of Intent at Pineapple Festival

Tripura has issued 18 Letters of Intent during its recent pineapple festival, signalling potential new ventures and investments in the state's agricultural sector.

29 Jun 2026

Rainfall Deficit Hampers Sowing in Gujarat and Maharashtra

A significant rainfall deficit is adversely impacting agricultural sowing activities in Gujarat and Maharashtra, raising concerns for the upcoming harvest.

29 Jun 2026

Govt Raises Wheat Procurement Target by 15% Under MSP

The Indian government has announced a 15% increase in its wheat procurement target under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme. This move aims to bolster grain acquisition from farmers.

29 Jun 2026

Assam Minister Reviews Tezpur Litchi Exports with Farmers

Assam Agriculture Minister Pijush Hazarika met with litchi farmers in Tezpur to discuss strategies for enhancing the export potential of the region's produce.

29 Jun 2026

Maharashtra Extends Monsoon Fishing Ban to August 15

Maharashtra has extended its annual monsoon fishing ban until August 15. The decision comes in response to a delayed onset of the monsoon season.

29 Jun 2026

UP Aims for 22.43 MT Paddy Output Amidst El Niño Concerns

Uttar Pradesh is setting an ambitious target of 22.43 million tonnes for paddy production this season, despite the potential challenges posed by the El Niño weather phenomenon.

29 Jun 2026