New Delhi: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the Centre has intensified preparations to tackle the possible impact of El Nino and below-normal monsoon conditions in 2026. During a high-level review meeting in Delhi, Chouhan directed states and districts likely to face low rainfall to ensure special monitoring and quick action. He stressed that Read More…
The Centre will launch a nationwide month-long ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ from June 1 to June 30 with a focus on promoting balanced use of fertilisers, improving farm productivity and providing timely guidance to farmers. Chairing a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Friday, Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the campaign Read More…
The Kerala government has granted a special concession for farmers who were unable to complete registration for the 2025-26 second crop paddy procurement within the stipulated deadline of March 31, 2026. The decision was taken on the direction of the Minister for Food and Civil Supplies to facilitate eligible farmers who missed the registration process Read More…
India is expected to receive 90 per cent of its long period average (LPA) rainfall during the Southwest monsoon season this year, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). In its second forecast for the Southwest monsoon, released on Friday, the IMD said rainfall across the country is likely to remain below normal overall. However, Read More…
The administration of the Itanagar Capital Region banned the commercial slaughter of mithuns and warned of strict action against violators. The ban order was issued by Deputy Commissioner Toko Babu under provisions of the Agricultural Produce Marketing (Regulation) Act, 1989, and the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. Toko Babu, who also serves as the chairperson of Read More…
By M. A. Sudheer Babu, Pattambi Honey bees are among the most socially organised insects on Earth and play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. They are among the most efficient pollinators of agricultural crops and wild plant species. Recognising their importance in ensuring global food security, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability, the United Nations Read More…
The Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday approved the Voluntary/Partial Land Consolidation Incentive Policy, 2026, aimed at promoting agriculture and reducing migration from the state’s hill regions. The policy seeks to consolidate fragmented landholdings to improve farming activities and strengthen rural livelihoods in hilly districts. Officials said the government plans to bring 275 villages across 11 hill Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to cooperate with possible restrictions and adopt energy-saving measures amid the continuing crisis in West Asia. Speaking at an event in Hyderabad, Modi called on people to avoid unnecessary foreign travel in order to help protect the country’s foreign exchange reserves. He also appealed to citizens to Read More…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has said the 2025–26 wheat season remains “mixed but resilient,” with overall production expected to stay stable despite weather-related challenges. Wheat was sown over an estimated 33.4 million hectares this season, with no major pest or disease outbreaks reported. Officials said timely and early sowing led to an Read More…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare organised the North Zone Agriculture Conference in Lucknow on Thursday, bringing together key policymakers, scientists, and farmers to chart a future roadmap for the sector. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Ministers of State, and representatives from six states and three Read More…