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Estimation of crop production relies on data provided by states, reports from CWWG, remote sensing, estimates based on econometric modelling, inputs collected from farmer surveys, among other data sources
What do First Advance Estimates say on India’s food production in Kharif season 2023-24? Read the report Read More
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the MSP for all mandated Rabi crops for marketing season 2024-25
Cabinet approves Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi crops for marketing season 2024-25 Read More
President of India noted that as a result of the implementation of the last three agricultural road maps, the productivity of paddy, wheat and maize in the state has almost doubled
President of India launches the fourth Agriculture Road Map of Bihar Read More
National Turmeric Board to increase awareness and consumption of turmeric and develop new markets internationally to increase exports. The Board to promote research and development into new products and develop traditional knowledge
Government of India notifies the setting up of National Turmeric Board Read More
The scheme addresses labour shortages in agriculture and enhances crop production capabilities. As per the scheme, drones are subsidised for pesticide spraying and pest and disease monitoring
Tamil Nadu government approves farm mechanisation subsidy for Garuda Aerospace drones Read More
The AI chatbot launch marks a significant step towards enhancing the efficiency and reach of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, and also providing farmers with prompt, clear, and accurate responses to their queries
MoS Agriculture launches AI chatbot for PM-KISAN scheme Read More
Agriculture ministry is using technology tools to develop applications including capturing innovations at the farm level, digital crop surveys along with creating the agri-stack, the Joint Secretary, MoAFW said
Technology adoption and creating infrastructure to build resilient agri value chain: JS Agriculture Read More
Hydroponics is a new concept in India and gaining popularity among entrepreneurs and innovative farmers, who are looking for sustainable and efficient ways to grow crops
What is the status of adoption of hydroponic farming in India? Read here… Read More
During an inter-ministerial meeting, the states were advised to utilise the funds provided for crop residue management, make machinery available before harvesting season and carry out IEC activities
Govt aims to work towards achieving zero paddy stubble burning in the current season, says Tomar Read More
The Central government on December, 2021, had released the standard operating procedures for use of drones in agricultural practices such as pesticide application for crop protection and for spraying soil and crop nutrients
DGCA authorises 63 Remote Pilot Training Organisations (RPTO) to train drone pilots, see the list here… Read More