Jute MSP for 2018-19 gets Cabinet approval
The MSP for Fair Average Quality of Raw Jute has been increased to Rs.3,700 per quintal for 2018-19 season from Rs. 3500 per quintal in 2017-18 season
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Cabinet approves restructured National Bamboo Mission
The Mission would ensure holistic development of the bamboo sector by addressing complete value chain and establishing effective linkage of producers (farmers) with industry
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Need to monitor where agriculture credit is going: JS
States need to come on board in order to synergise and sync all the issues to form a comprehensive plan to ensure that small and marginal farmers are brought under the ambit of institutional credit system, the official said
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UN agency pushes for global coordination on bioeconomy
Bio products can improve access to food and, if produced sustainably, help address climate change
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Disruptive innovations key to livestock sector’s growth
According to CLFMA of India, disruptive innovations at every step in the animal protein value chain are necessary to sustain growth and profitability of India’s livestock sector in future
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FAO designates new unique agricultural heritage sites
FAO’s global agricultural heritage network now comprises 50 remarkable landscapes
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Getting private sector to favour nutritious, affordable and accessible diets
The Global Panel on Agriculture and Food Systems for Nutrition in partnership with FAO, suggests ways in which governments can persuade food industry partners to provide consumers with better access to healthier diets
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Plant protection convention adopts measures to check plant pests
The International Plant Protection Convention has approved standard measures on fruit flies, heat & chemical treatments, surveillance and wood packaging
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Global hybrid seeds market to reach $99,854 Mn by 2023
Indian hybrid seeds market is expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 10.3 percent while Asia-Pacific is expected to lead the market during the forecast period, followed by LAMEA
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Focus on helping farm labourers' cope with the heat
In a bid to reduce health risks and even death, FAO has published two papers mapping ways to improve worker health and safety
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