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The online marketplace will help the fish farmers and stakeholders to source the inputs and services required for fish culture as well as farmers can also list their table-size fish for sale
Parshottam Rupala launches online marketplace ‘Aqua Bazar’ for fisheries Read More
For the next iteration of the database, TCI and ICRISAT researchers will update its data through 2019-20 and create national and state-level datasets
TCI and ICRISAT to improve access to district-level database for Indian agriculture Read More
ESDS’ association with ICAR enables a strong Decision Supports System for farmers that will help them in variety selection, pest and disease management, and other agronomy services
ESDS partners with ICAR institute to deliver Decision Support System for farmers Read More
Agrometeorological Advisory Services rendered by IMD is a step towards weather-based crop and livestock management strategies and operations dedicated to enhancing crop production and food security
Things you need to know about IMD’s Agrometeorological Advisory Services Read More
Millets are the rich source of protein, fibre, minerals, iron, and calcium and have a low glycemic index. India is a major producer of millets, accounting for 80% of Asia’s and 20% of global production
Govt to roll out programs popularising millets and other nutri-cereals Read More
Ministry of Agriculture organised a Digital Agriculture-Stakeholder Consultation meet recently to create a vision for PPP for the delivery of digital and tech-enabled services to the farmers
Centre promotes digital ecosystem in agriculture through PPP mode Read More
Bt cotton is the only GM crop India has approved for commercial cultivation. ICAR has done feeding studies of Bt cotton on various animals which were found to be safe
GEAC clearance mandatory for environmental release of GM crops, Centre reiterates Read More
Drone is also used for variable rate technology for pesticide and liquid fertiliser applications, mapping of water spread area, and water sampling among various uses in agriculture
Things you need to know about Govt initiatives for application of drones in agriculture Read More
A Lancet study projects India will require about 332 million tonnes of foodgrains by 2048. Another study suggests global food demand to increase by 35-56% with increased hunger risk. Dr. Suseelendra Desai writes…
Natural Farming: Preserving nature while answering food security; what is the way forward? Read More
A new paradigm will be introduced at the primary, middle and secondary school levels, with vocational courses at the higher level for the development of students and youth in agriculture and allied sciences
India to include agriculture curriculum in school education Read More