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Government Plans Tough New Seed Law: ₹30 Lakh Fine, Jail for Fake Seeds; QR Codes to Track Every Packet
Government Plans Tough New Seed Law: ₹30 Lakh Fine, Jail for Fake Seeds; QR Codes to Track Every Packet
India Avoided Fertiliser Shortage Despite Global Supply Crunch, Says Nirmala Sitharaman
Higher demand from Asian and African buyers, along with supply concerns, has pushed export prices to their highest level in nearly a year. The rise is expected to benefit exporters and farmers but could increase import costs for overseas buyers.
₹3,030 crore scheme to set up three world-class Chemical Parks with plug-and-play infrastructure, aiming to boost manufacturing, exports, jobs and attract investments. Highlights The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan (BHAVYA Rasayan) scheme to establish three dedicated Chemical Parks across...
Centre panel recommends 22–25% natural mango pulp in mango beverages.Proposal links 5% GST benefit to higher fruit content to support Totapuri farmers. Highlights The Centre is considering major changes to boost demand for Totapuri mangoes and improve farmers’ incomes. An expert committee has recommended making it mandatory for mango-based beverages...
The Centre is likely to retain stock limits on sugar to prevent hoarding as production is expected to decline in the next season. Highlights The Central government is likely to extend stock limits on sugar beyond their current deadline as it looks to prevent hoarding and keep retail prices under...
A 25-year JM Financial study shows that El Niño years usually weaken rainfall, farm output and tractor demand in India. However, two-wheeler sales, FMCG volumes and consumer credit often remain comparatively resilient. Highlights El Niño conditions have historically affected India’s agriculture, rural economy and inflation, according to a 25-year study...
Highlights: India has built a record pulse buffer stock of 43 lakh tonnes, providing a major safeguard against potential food shortages and price spikes amid concerns over El Niño-driven weather disruptions. The stockpile, which is more than double the level recorded a year ago, is expected to help the government...
Highlights Peppermint farming is becoming increasingly popular among farmers in many parts of India due to its growing demand in the medicine, cosmetic, food and oil industries. Farmers are showing interest in peppermint cultivation because it requires less investment compared to some traditional crops and can provide good profits if...
Key Highlights of the Campaign: New Delhi, May 20, 2026: In an effort to promote sustainable farming and protect soil health, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched a nationwide awareness campaign on the balanced use of fertilisers ahead of the Kharif 2026 sowing season. The campaign is...
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