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Addressing the FICCI’s 97th AGM, the bureaucrat highlighted the transformative impact of establishing micro and medium processing units near farms, improving logistics, and promoting FPO-led initiatives
Training and empowering FPOs key to optimise production, processing and marketing: MoFPI Secretary Read More
As the COP29 climate change conference unfolds and the UN observes World Fisheries Day on November 21, Manuel Barange, Assistant Director-General, FAO, sheds light on the compounded risks fishers face due to climate change and how FAO is leveraging innovation to enhance safety at sea
Improving the safety of fishers at sea at a time of climate change Read More
The minister stressed the need to scale up sustainable farming practices, especially in the face of global warming, unpredictable rainfall, and climate change’s broader impacts
Soil degradation on 30% of India’s farm land threatening productivity: Agriculture Minister Read More
The initiative will operate under the Food and Agriculture for Sustainable Transformation (FAST) Partnership, a multi-stakeholder platform created at COP27. FAST focuses on enhancing climate finance for agrifood systems in vulnerable regions
FAO and COP29 Presidency launch the ‘Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative for Farmers’ Read More
Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers list, established in 2001, is a global programme that identifies and celebrates the pinnacle of research impact and influence
Prof. Rajeev Varshney of Murdoch University named to Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers List for 11th year in a row Read More
The space applications have a remarkable potential for empowering women to thrive amidst a changing climate. UN experts Kareff Rafisura, Xinyi Qu, and Gomer Padong write…
Making space data applications work for women in agriculture, write UN experts Read More
The initiative aims to position Bihar as a leader in sustainable agriculture, enhancing crop resilience and supporting livelihoods for millions. It aims to produce 20,000 kg of millet seed and plans to expand further
ICRISAT, Bihar Govt, local partners boost food and nutrition security with Millet Centre of Excellence Read More
According to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the DICSC project will bring critical digital services to these regions, empowering local entrepreneurs and promoting inclusive economic growth
Centre to set up 4,740 Digital India Common Service Centers (DICSC) for driving economic growth in rural India Read More
World Agriculture Forum serves as a global platform that connects a wide range of stakeholders to advance sustainable agricultural development through policy advocacy, trade facilitation and tech-driven solutions
Dr Jacqueline Hughes, outgoing DG of ICRISAT to assume role of Secretary General of World Agriculture Forum Read More
Dr. Himanshu Pathak’s leadership will be pivotal as ICRISAT tackles the challenges of expanding drylands and works towards building resilient, sustainable agri-food systems across Asia, Africa, and beyond
ICRISAT appoints Dr Himanshu Pathak as Director General Read More