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Second shot: Could cooperative federalism revive Indian farm reforms?
6 days, 18 hours ago

Second shot: Could cooperative federalism revive Indian farm reforms?

Live Mint  

India’s farm sector has long been bonded to the state. To reduce the state’s role, enable private procurement of farm produce and grant market forces more space to shape outcomes, the Centre enacted a trio of laws in 2020, but only to roll them back in the face of farmer resistance. The first law would have let farmers sell their …

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Government confusion over how many farms will be hit by controversial tractor tax
1 month, 1 week ago

Government confusion over how many farms will be hit by controversial tractor tax

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Getting this right in the first instance, as well as carrying out meaningful consultation with …

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Brothers leave jobs to go farming
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Brothers leave jobs to go farming

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: On Queensland's Sunshine Coast, the need for new housing is squeezing out what was once beautiful farmland. Jennifer Nichols: Riley and Lachlan are both in their 30s and while they've got some family ties to farming, they were in very different careers three years ago. Riley Hughes: Well for us, attending Young Farmers Connect events in the lead …

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The farmers left fearing for their future: Labour is accused of a 'disgusting land grab' as budget's inheritance tax raid threatens to 'destroy communities forever' by forcing family farms to sell up
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The farmers left fearing for their future: Labour is accused of a 'disgusting land grab' as budget's inheritance tax raid threatens to 'destroy communities forever' by forcing family farms to sell up

Daily Mail  

Farmers have taken to social media to share their horror at a brutal inheritance tax hike they say threatens to end family farming in Britain. Emma Gray, a shepherdess from Argyll and Bute on the west coast of Scotland, took to TikTok to declare the policy 'a disgusting land grab' Olly Harrison, a farmer and YouTuber, declared he now 'can't …

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Jeremy Clarkson breaks his silence on Labour's inheritance tax hike for farmers and agriculture budget freeze
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jeremy Clarkson breaks his silence on Labour's inheritance tax hike for farmers and agriculture budget freeze

Daily Mail  

Jeremy Clarkson said farmers had been 'shafted' as he broke his silence on Labour's inheritance tax hike announced in the Budget on Wednesday. Jeremy Clarkson said farmers had been 'shafted' as he broke his silence on Labour's inheritance tax hike announced in the Budget on Wednesday Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the country had 'voted for change' and vowed to 'invest' …

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No talks with farm unions but panel to submit action plan in SC
2 months, 3 weeks ago

No talks with farm unions but panel to submit action plan in SC

Hindustan Times  

Even as the protesting farmer unions, holding a sit-in on the Punjab-Haryana border for the past seven months, have decided not to engage in talks with the Supreme Court-appointed panel, the committee has decided to move ahead with its work. The protesting farmers, led by Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, have been camping at the Shambhu and …

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BJP distances itself from Kangana’s statement, second time in two months
2 months, 4 weeks ago

BJP distances itself from Kangana’s statement, second time in two months

Hindustan Times  

After the Bharatiya Janata Party dubbed her statement on the need to bring back the repealed farm laws as contrary to the party line, Mandi lawmaker Kangana Ranaut expressed “regret” over her statement and said, “I take my words back.” Kangana Ranaut. Even as several leaders including BJP ally, JDU’s KC Tyagi, sought action against her for the statement, Ranaut …

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Punjab: As field fires rage in Amritsar, ₹52k-fine slapped on farmers
3 months ago

Punjab: As field fires rage in Amritsar, ₹52k-fine slapped on farmers

Hindustan Times  

Coming down heavily on farmers resorting to stubble burning, the Amritsar administration on Monday slapped fine of ₹52,500 on 20 offenders in 25 cases. The Punjab government has been under pressure to curb farm fires that have started early this season, setting the alarm bells ringing. In the past, FIRs have been registered against the errant farmers and also red …

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SKM terms ‘Zero FIR’ eyewash, to hold ‘mahapanchayat’ in Delhi on March 14
9 months, 3 weeks ago

SKM terms ‘Zero FIR’ eyewash, to hold ‘mahapanchayat’ in Delhi on March 14

Hindustan Times  

Samyukta Kisan Morcha on Saturday termed the ‘Zero FIR’ lodged by Punjab Police in the matter of the death of 21-year-old farmer Shubh Karan Singh as an ‘eyewash.’ Farm leader Harinder Singh Lakhowal addressing a press conference in Ludhiana on Saturday. SKM also announced their itinerary for the scheduled ‘Kisan Mahapanchayat’ at Ram Leela ground in Delhi on March 14 …

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More unions join stir, up ante over farmer’s death
10 months ago

More unions join stir, up ante over farmer’s death

Hindustan Times  

The death of a 21-year-old protester at the Punjab-Haryana border appeared to galvanise disparate farm unions on Thursday as cultivator groups upped the ante of their two-week-long protests, demanding murder charges against the police, as well as the chief minister and home minister of Haryana, and announcing a slew of new joint programmes. The call for intensified protests – including …

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'Only Worried About Commissions': Govt Sources Tear Into Punjab's Farm Unions, Point to Groundwater Stress
10 months ago

'Only Worried About Commissions': Govt Sources Tear Into Punjab's Farm Unions, Point to Groundwater Stress

News 18  

Farm unions, majorly made up of Arhtiyas, are prioritising their hefty commissions that they earn from the trade of wheat and paddy at APMC mandis than the interests of farmers, government sources have said after talks between the Centre and farmers hit a dead-end. Eventually, it could even make some belts unfit for paddy and wheat cultivation in a few …

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Jeremy Clarkson shares support after becoming unlikely idol for protesting French farmers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jeremy Clarkson shares support after becoming unlikely idol for protesting French farmers

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jeremy Clarkson has emerged an …

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Punjab reports over 1,500 farm fires; Haryana's air quality in 'severe' category
1 year, 1 month ago

Punjab reports over 1,500 farm fires; Haryana's air quality in 'severe' category

India Today  

Punjab on Tuesday reported more than 1,500 stubble burning incidents, while many parts in Haryana saw air quality indices in the 'severe' and 'very poor' categories. Meanwhile, Haryana's Fatehabad recorded an air quality index of 421, followed by Hisar at 403, Jind at 384, Sonipat at 381, Kaithal 377, Faridabad 374, Gurugram 364, Bhiwani 361, Sirsa 334, Panipat 328 and …

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Punjab: Official who went to stop farm fires made to burn stubble
1 year, 1 month ago

Punjab: Official who went to stop farm fires made to burn stubble

Deccan Chronicle  

Bathinda : A group of farmers in Punjab's Bathinda district courted controversy after they allegedly forced a government official, who was part of a team to prevent farm fires, to burn the stubble lying in a field on Friday. Bathinda Senior Superintendent of Police Gulneet Singh Khurana said that the incident took place under the Nahian Wala police station limits …

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Cover crops help the climate and environment, but most farmers say no. Many fear losing money
1 year, 1 month ago

Cover crops help the climate and environment, but most farmers say no. Many fear losing money

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — Called cover crops, they top the list of tasks U.S. farmers are told will build healthy soil, help the environment and fight climate change. Doug Downs steps out of his tractor while working, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, at his farm near Allerton, Ill. Downs, the Illinois farmer, has tried to incorporate cover crops into some of …

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Tech, innovation can help boost sustainability, says Agriculture Minister
2 years ago

Tech, innovation can help boost sustainability, says Agriculture Minister

The Hindu  

Agriculture Minister S. Niranjan Reddy on Friday sought to underscore the role technology and innovation can play in achieving sustainability in the farm sector. The Minister, who was addressing a SmartAgri Summit organised by the Bengal Chamber here, said this pointing to how agriculture is a priority sector for the State and achieving sustainability in farm sector is of immense …

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With Delhi Air Turning ‘Severe’, Punjab Should Stop Appeasing Errant Farmers - News18
2 years, 1 month ago

With Delhi Air Turning ‘Severe’, Punjab Should Stop Appeasing Errant Farmers - News18

News 18  

Delhi’s hazardous air pollution levels have created a Catch-22 situation for the ruling AAP. With toxic smoke from farm fires blanketing the capital, will it give priority to the health and well-being of the citizens of Delhi, or appease the farmers of Punjab? Farm fires raging in the green revolution states of Punjab and Haryana have turned Delhi’s air quality …

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Air We Breathe | Why late rainfall may lead to more intense farm fires
2 years, 2 months ago

Air We Breathe | Why late rainfall may lead to more intense farm fires

Hindustan Times  

An unexpected drop in temperatures caused by unseasonal rainfall may have reduced pollution levels in the national capital and the northern plains, but it will further delay maturing of paddy, leaving a shorter window for farmers in Punjab and Haryana to sow the next crop, forcing cultivators to resort to burning stubble, and leading to a more intense pollution spike …

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There aren't enough young farmers. Congress is looking to change that
2 years, 3 months ago

There aren't enough young farmers. Congress is looking to change that

NPR  

There aren't enough young farmers. Enlarge this image toggle caption Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images "During the pandemic, when food access was tight, people were like, 'We want to buy local food. Enlarge this image toggle caption David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images "What's happened time and …

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Farm laws implemented for benefit of farmers', withdrawn in national interest: PM Modi
2 years, 10 months ago

Farm laws implemented for benefit of farmers', withdrawn in national interest: PM Modi

India TV News  

Highlights Farm laws were brought for benefit of farmers but withdrawn in national interest, PM Modi said PM Modi said he understands the pain of small, marginal farmers Future events will make it clear why these steps were necessary, the prime minister said Farm laws were brought for the benefit of farmers but were withdrawn in the national interest, Prime …

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'Now I can go back proud': Farmers head home after year-long protest at Delhi borders, receive royal welcome
3 years ago

'Now I can go back proud': Farmers head home after year-long protest at Delhi borders, receive royal welcome

India Today  

After protesting at the borders of the national capital for more than a year, farmers began their ‘victory march’ back home on Saturday and were royally welcomed at different points in Punjab and Haryana with sweets and garlands. In November 2020, farmers had gathered at Delhi’s Singhu, Tikri and Ghazipur borders in large numbers to protest against the Centre's three …

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Net zero policies could have a big impact on farm businesses and the rural landscape
3 years ago

Net zero policies could have a big impact on farm businesses and the rural landscape

ABC  

Farmers may be deeply affected by net zero policies of the two major parties, and a big shake-up is possible to both the carbon market and farm landscapes around the country if they are fully adopted. Key points: Labor's 2030 net zero target could drive up the carbon price and demand for carbon credits The government's Technology Investment Roadmap aiming …

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Farmers Should End Protests and Go Home Now as Farm Laws Repealed: Agri Minister
3 years ago

Farmers Should End Protests and Go Home Now as Farm Laws Repealed: Agri Minister

News 18  

Even as the stalemate continues between the government and farmers who have raised demands including a legal guarantee on the Minimum Support Price, Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Saturday asked the protesters to end the stir and return to their homes. Talking to reporters here, Tomar said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already withdrawn the three farm laws- …

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It's official. Three farm laws scrapped
3 years ago

It's official. Three farm laws scrapped

The Hindu  

President Ram Nath Kovind has given his assent to the Bill that completes the process of repealing the three contentious farm laws. The Law Ministry, on late Wednesday, notified The Farm Laws Repeal Law, 2021, which negates all the farm laws passed by Parliament last year. Amid protests from Opposition parties, both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha passed …

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