Indian farm sector should re-orient itself to face challenges, says ICAR DG and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education
5 days, 18 hours ago

Indian farm sector should re-orient itself to face challenges, says ICAR DG and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education

The Hindu  

The Indian agriculture sector should re-orient itself to face different challenges, Himanshu Pathak, Director-General of Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education, said on Friday. He was addressing farmers, scientists, researchers, technology developers, and others after inaugurating a three-day farm sector exhibition and seminar on ‘harnessing plantation sector for sustainable development goals’ organised by the Central Plantation Crops Research Institute at Kasaragod, Kerala. Mr. Pathak said that the ICAR has begun working on five dimensions or aspects to re-orient the farm sector. Patel, Assistant Director-General, ICAR, said that bioactive compounds need to be extracted from plantation crops for a sustainable future income.

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Need seen for integrating emerging technologies with modern farming
4 months, 1 week ago

Need seen for integrating emerging technologies with modern farming

The Hindu  

Vice-Chancellor of University Agricultural Sciences Dharwad P.L. Patil has emphasized the need for integrating emerging technologies with modern farming practices so as to make farming more viable and rewarding. Prof. Patil elaborated on Crop Monitoring for Precision Agriculture, Biochar Production and the use of Predictive Analytics to benefit the farming community. Biochar Prof. Patil highlighted the transformative potential of biochar …

India’s agri transformation a lesson for others: Modi
5 months ago

India’s agri transformation a lesson for others: Modi

The Hindu  

Inaugurating the triennial conference organised by the International Association of Agricultural Economists here on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s experience is valuable for discussions on transforming the food system and is sure to benefit the Global South. The Prime Minister said from a newly independent nation facing challenges to ensure food security 65 years ago, India has now …

Should India focus on natural farming?
5 months, 1 week ago

Should India focus on natural farming?

The Hindu  

The story so far: In her Budget proposals for 2024-25, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that in the next two years, one crore farmers across the country will be initiated into natural farming supported by certification and branding. Those advocating natural farming believe that it holds the potential to enhance farmers’ income while delivering many other benefits, such as …

Shivraj Chouhan asks scientists to visit fields, help farmers to use technology
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Shivraj Chouhan asks scientists to visit fields, help farmers to use technology

The Hindu  

Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has asked the scientific community to reach out to farmers and help them to increase production using science and technology. Citing his experience in Madhya Pradesh, where agriculture production increased when he was Chief Minister, he said if agriculture is diversified, it is possible to increase the income of farmers in …

Bridge ‘lab to land’ gap, Shivraj Singh Chouhan tells ICAR scientists
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bridge ‘lab to land’ gap, Shivraj Singh Chouhan tells ICAR scientists

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday called upon agricultural scientists to bridge the “lab to land” gap, make farming profitable for small growers and address climate change urgently in an address on the occasion of the 96th anniversary of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Union minister for agriculture and farmers welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan at …

Cultivating reform: 12 policy strategies for India's agricultural revival
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Cultivating reform: 12 policy strategies for India's agricultural revival

Hindustan Times  

Proposing multi-faceted policy interventions to address farmer discontent, this piece explores 12 policy strategies for enhancing agricultural income, sustainability, and resilience in India. Developing and Distributing Suitable Agricultural Implements Farm mechanisation tailored to the needs of small farmers can significantly enhance productivity and reduce physical strain. Collaborative Strategies for Revitalising India's Agricultural Sector Engaging agricultural economists, policy analysts, and farming …

Provide fruit saplings to every village, educate farmers: Dr AK Singh
7 months, 1 week ago

Provide fruit saplings to every village, educate farmers: Dr AK Singh

Hindustan Times  

Dr AK Singh, the vice chancellor of Rani Lakshmibai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, called upon scientists to provide saplings of fruit crops to every village and educate farmers on the importance of fruit production. The 41st Foundation Day of ICAR-Central Institute of Subtropical Horticulture, Lucknow, was celebrated on Saturday Dr Singh made these remarks while speaking at the 41st Foundation …

ICAR to promote technology to address challenges of climate change
1 year, 5 months ago

ICAR to promote technology to address challenges of climate change

The Hindu  

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has adopted multi-pronged steps to address the challenges created by climate change and these steps, based on technology, will help farmers and governments build resilience, said its Director-General Himanshu Pathak. Talking to reporters in New Delhi on July 17 on the 95th Foundation and Technology Day of ICAR, Dr. Pathak said 731 Krishi Vigyan …

India to seek agri solutions in G20
1 year, 6 months ago

India to seek agri solutions in G20

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Union agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar said that India was ready to work with G20 countries to find solutions to the challenges being faced in different sectors of agriculture. Addressing the media on the first day of the G20 agriculture ministers meeting here on Thursday, the minister exuded hope that India would find solutions to these challenges through deliberations …

India stands at a vantage point for plant-based foods: study
1 year, 9 months ago

India stands at a vantage point for plant-based foods: study

The Hindu  

The global plant-based food market is expected to reach $162 billion by 2030, up from $29.4 billion in 2020 with a CAGR of 18.60% from 2020 to 2030, according to a joint report by Plant Based Foods Industry Association and EY India. India stood at a vantage point, with its diverse agriculture and abundant raw material availability, such as legumes, …

Reiterating the need for eco-friendly agriculture in India
1 year, 11 months ago

Reiterating the need for eco-friendly agriculture in India

Hindustan Times  

Union Budget 2023 was referred to as the first budget of ‘Amrit Kaal’ by the finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, a term which was first used by the Prime Minister during the 75th Independence day celebrations. Further, the budget also outlined that the centre will assist the transition of one crore farmers to organic farming, reiterating the long-term vision of eco-friendly …

A strong commitment to agricultural growth
2 years, 7 months ago

A strong commitment to agricultural growth

Hindustan Times  

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union ministry of agriculture and farmers welfare has rolled out innovative schemes to reform the farm sector and empower farmers. The Union government has credited around ₹1.82 lakh crore to 115 million farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Yojana. The government has also constituted a committee under the Indian Council …

Strengthening the technology ecosystem for agriculture in India | OPINION
3 years ago

Strengthening the technology ecosystem for agriculture in India | OPINION

India Today  

Fasal is an agri startup that has helped farmer Sangarmesh Talikotti to install sensors and cameras in his 2.5-acre tomato farm. The ‘Digital India Initiative’ aims at widespread adoption of technology through digital platforms, analytics, artificial intelligence, block chain, machine learning, Software as a Service and IoT. The areas of ‘idea’ incubation are as diverse as farm inputs, precision agriculture, …

India 4th largest producer of agrochemicals, huge potential for growth: Narendra Tomar
3 years, 3 months ago

India 4th largest producer of agrochemicals, huge potential for growth: Narendra Tomar

India TV News  

India is the fourth-largest producer of agrochemicals in the world, and the sector has a huge potential for growth with the help of research, innovation and a speedy registration system, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has said. Addressing the 41st AGM of CroplifeIndia, an apex body of 15 Crop science companies, Tomar said the Centre has launched a digital agriculture …

Agriculture research essential for food security: Narendra Tomar
3 years, 3 months ago

Agriculture research essential for food security: Narendra Tomar

India TV News  

Underlining the problems that India's growing population could face with respect to food security and climate change, Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said on Saturday that by 2030-31, India's population is likely to exceed 150 crore, for which the demand for foodgrains is estimated to be around 350 million tonnes and it could only be addressed …

Agri Sector Key for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals by 2030: Tomar to UN Body
3 years, 5 months ago

Agri Sector Key for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals by 2030: Tomar to UN Body

News 18  

Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Wednesday told the United Nations that the agriculture sector is key in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, saying 12 out of 17 SDGs are directly dependent on agriculture. Addressing a virtual UN Food Systems Summit, Tomar also noted that agriculture plays an important role in the socio-economic transformation of developing countries. Listing …

RSS To Launch Campaign to Educate Farmers about Bio Farming And Ill-effects of Chemicals on April 13
3 years, 8 months ago

RSS To Launch Campaign to Educate Farmers about Bio Farming And Ill-effects of Chemicals on April 13

News 18  

A nationwide campaign to increase awareness on soil nutrition and bio farming will be launched by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on April 13, to mark the Hindu New Year. Akshay Krishi Parivar, an affiliate of the Sangh, will spearhead the campaign that aims to connect with farmers across the country and equip them with information about soil nutrition and the …

Lounge Heroes | Leading the sustainable agriculture fightback
4 years, 3 months ago

Lounge Heroes | Leading the sustainable agriculture fightback

Live Mint  

By the late 1980s, farming practices in India had undergone drastic change. And in 1986, environmental activist and farmerVijay Jardhari, now 68, launched the Beej Bachao Andolan to preserve local seeds and encourage indigenous farming methods. When Jardhari and others who worked with Beej Bachao Andolan consulted village elders, they realized the change in farming practices wasn’t the only problem: …

ICAR inks pact with Patanjali for farm research, training
4 years, 10 months ago

ICAR inks pact with Patanjali for farm research, training

India TV News  

The country's premier agri-research body ICAR on Sunday signed an agreement with Hardiwar-based Patanjali Bio Research Institute to undertake research work as well as training and education. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Indian Council of Agricultural Research Director General Trilochan Mohapatra and PBRI CEO Acharya Balkrishna in the presence of Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar, an official statement …

Reverse Pitch | New-age entrepreneurs are keen to solve food supply chain issues
5 years ago

Reverse Pitch | New-age entrepreneurs are keen to solve food supply chain issues

Live Mint  

India is still an agrarian economy from a livelihood perspective, with agriculture contributing 46% employment, though adding only 17% in terms of gross value added as of 2016. Farm mechanization, use of suitable farm inputs and guidance, access to warehousing and markets, credit facilities and remunerative prices for farmers are yet a distant dream. In recognition, the PM has launched …

Innovation in agriculture at Indian Science Cong 2020
5 years, 1 month ago

Innovation in agriculture at Indian Science Cong 2020

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Farmers from across the country, who have developed innovative methods, will stand out at the annual science jamboree, the Indian Science Congress, commencing here on January 3, 2020 and will provide growers’ details of novel techniques of cultivation besides offering tips on how to sustain their families during natural calamities. For the first time, ‘Farmers Science Congress’ would be …

Where is the new crop of Indian farmer leaders?
5 years, 9 months ago

Where is the new crop of Indian farmer leaders?

Firstpost  

Throughout Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s term in office, agrarian distress has been an evergreen theme. Coming from the same region in western Uttar Pradesh as Charan Singh, Mahendra Singh Tikait enjoyed huge support in the farming community. Farm leaders play a critical role in unifying farmers on the basis of common programme rather than on communal or caste agenda. Yadav …

To achieve 10% GDP, India needs to boost investment in agriculture sector: Niti Aayog chief Amitabh Kant
5 years, 9 months ago

To achieve 10% GDP, India needs to boost investment in agriculture sector: Niti Aayog chief Amitabh Kant

ABP News  

Amitabh Kant also said there is a need to boost investment in the agriculture sector Kant also stressed on scrapping Agriculture Produce Marketing Committee agriculture is a state subject and the central government has a limited role in it, Kant said New Delhi: India cannot achieve 9-10 per cent GDP growth without the revolution in the farm sector, Niti Aayog …

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