Agriculture

Varun Dhawan warns of soil nutrient loss after buying land plot

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has publicly expressed concern that the soil in his newly purchased plot may be deficient in essential nutrients, urging better land assessment before cultivation.

Farm Union Warns of Nationwide Rail Blockade Starting Today Over Unmet Demands

The farm union announced it will begin a rail blockade today if its demands are not satisfied, signaling a potential disruption to freight and passenger services across India.

FCI Godown in Deomali, Arunachal Pradesh Declared Unsafe, Threatening Foodgrain Storage

A deteriorating Food Corporation of India storage facility in Deomali, Arunachal Pradesh has been flagged as a risk to stored foodgrains after the state Food Commission chairman inspected the site.

Phek Emerges as Nagaland’s New Kiwi Hub

Phek district in Nagaland is gaining recognition as the state’s leading kiwi‑producing region.

Farm Union Warns of Nationwide Rail Blockade Starting Today

The national farm union announced it will begin a rail blockade today unless its demands are met, signaling a potential disruption to freight and passenger services across India.

Haryana to Set Up Organic Seed Labs in Gurgaon and Hisar

The Haryana government announced plans to establish organic seed laboratories in Gurgaon and Hisar, aiming to boost organic farming in the state.

Future of Traditional Yak Herders in Sikkim Examined in New Report

A recent article on thinklandscape.globallandscapesforum.org examines what lies ahead for traditional yak herders in Sikkim.

Paddy Procurement Registration Opens for Kharif Season Across India

Registration for paddy procurement for the upcoming Kharif season has opened, allowing farmers to enroll in the government's procurement process. The initiative aims to ensure smooth purchase of paddy and timely payments to growers.

Tractor Junction lists top implements for Kubota MU5002 from ploughing to spraying

Tractor Junction has published a guide outlining the most suitable ploughing and spraying implements for the Kubota MU5002 tractor, aimed at Indian farmers.

Chhattisgarh Sugar Mill Supplies 50 kg Sugar to Over 11,000 Shareholder Farmers at Rs 30/kg

A sugar mill in Chhattisgarh has distributed 50 kg of sugar each to more than 11,000 shareholder farmers at a subsidized rate of Rs 30 per kg.

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Farmers in Khargone stage 3‑km tractor rally demanding four‑fold compensation

Farmers in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, organized a three‑kilometre tractor‑vehicle rally, pressing for compensation at four times the usual rate.