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Union Agriculture Minister, Narendra Singh Tomar said that priority will be given to agritech startups and an Agriculture Accelerator Fund will be set up to encourage agri-startups by young entrepreneurs
Budget 2023-24: Accelerating agritech to create a robust ecosystem Read More
The Economic Survey 2022-23 says investment in the sector must be encouraged through an affordable, timely and inclusive approach to credit delivery
Economic Survey 2022-23: Private investment in agriculture increases, but the sector needs more Read More
The Union Budget 2023–24 is expected to emphasise private sector investment in helping farmers protect their crops from the effects of climate change
Union Budget 2023: Agriculture sector expects an enabling and future-ready ecosystem – Part 2 Read More
Union Budget 2023 needs to focus on promoting new technologies especially for combating climate change. New technologies can not only increase productivity but also farmers’ profitability
Budget 2023: Agriculture sector expects incentives for new technologies and innovations Read More
Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business (AC&ABC), a GoI scheme aims to transform unemployed youth into self-employed agripreneurs in the country with a provision for availing loans and subsidies from the banks
India honours 82 best agripreneurs with National Awards on National Youth Day Read More
Known for her unique Seed Bank of more than 200 indigenous varieties, Rahibai has trained more than 3,500 female farmers about seed preservation and soil protection and organised them in self-help groups
Organic seeds can resolve agrarian distress, says Rahibai Popere at Farmer’s Science Congress Read More
A visit to the cotton fields explains not only the main pain points of the growers but also the interventions that are giving positive outcomes in terms of preventing loss due to pest attacks. BK Jha from Damera village, Telangana reports
Preventing Cotton from Pink Bollworm: A Tale of Telangana Read More
The agriculture minister informed that a high-level steering committee would be constituted under his chairmanship for overall guidance of the agricultural startup ecosystem
Centre to start Rs. 500Cr accelerator program to enhance successful initiatives of agri startups Read More
The contribution of coconut cultivation in the agricultural economy is very important. India is a leader in coconut cultivation and amongst the world’s three largest producers, the minister said
Govt will continue to support farmers to promote coconut cultivation: Agriculture Minister Read More
For effective control of paddy stubble burning during the ensuing season, the agriculture minister directed that the states should chalk out a comprehensive action plan at the micro level
Centre asks Punjab, Haryana, UP and Delhi to strive for zero stubble burning Read More