Krishi Nivesh Portal: In a bid to boost and expedite investments in the agriculture sector, the government is working to integrate schemes from various ministries and state governments under a unified digital platform the Krishi Nivesh portal. It is an initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to facilitate farmers and investors. The […]
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Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan: The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is a nationwide campaign launched to modernize Indian agriculture through scientific outreach, sustainable practices, and farmer empowerment.Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is conducted biannually before the Kharif and Rabi sowing seasons to provide timely field-level guidance on improving crop production, soil health, and resource management. It aims […]
Sugar Boards
Sugar Boards: To combat the rising health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption among school children, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated the establishment of ‘sugar boards’ in over 24,000 affiliated schools across India. ‘Sugar boards’ visually display the sugar content in common beverages and snacks, educating children about the health risks […]
Wadge Bank
Wadge Bank: Fishermen in Kanyakumari oppose the Union government’s proposed hydrocarbon exploration project at Wadge Bank under Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP), fearing it will harm their livelihoods and the ecologically sensitive marine area.Wadge Bank is a submarine plateau in the Indian Ocean, located 80 km off Kanyakumari (Cape Comorin), lying in India’s Exclusive […]
Kendu Leaves : In News
Kendu Leaves : In News Eight Gram Sabhas in Boipariguda block of Koraput district, Odisha have collected over 4 lakh bundles of kendu leaves and are awaiting government notification to deregulate the trade. In the Koraput district of Odisha, eight Gram Sabhas from Boipariguda block, including villages like Kalatha Jodi, Kupuli Guda, and Badali Beda, […]
Depot Darpan Portal
Depot Darpan Portal: The government recently said it will soon launch the Depot Darpan portal and mobile application, with an objective to ensure that the food storage depots meet the highest quality and performance standards. Depot Darpan Portal is an initiative of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India. Conceived […]
Alfalfa Seed
Alfalfa Seed: The government is preparing to restrict the entry of genetically modified (GM) alfalfa (lucerne) fodder seed into the country, as the US urges India to lower import duties on the crop. The Indian government is empowered to regulate the entry of genetically modified (GM) organisms under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Alfalfa(Medicago sativa) […]
Global Call to Ban Chlorpyrifos
Global Call to Ban Chlorpyrifos: The Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions in Geneva proposed the banning of toxic pesticide Chlorpyrifos by listing it under Annex A of Stockholm Convention (complete global ban without exemptions). However, India opposed the move, citing the absence of viable alternatives and the […]
IT adoption in Aquaculture
IT adoption in Aquaculture: India’s aquaculture sector is witnessing a transformation through digital and IT-driven innovations, as highlighted by investments like the $4.5 million infusion into aquaculture tech platforms.Aquaculture refers to the controlled farming of aquatic organisms like fish, shrimp, and mollusks in freshwater or marine environments, aimed at boosting food production and exports.
What are Traditional Seeds?
What are Traditional Seeds? Traditional seed varieties are declining due to market preferences for hybrid crops, threatening biodiversity and climate resilience.Traditional seeds, also called indigenous, heirloom, or desi seeds, are native crop varieties that have been naturally cultivated, saved, and exchanged by farmers over generations. Unlike hybrid or genetically modified (GM) seeds, they are open-pollinated, […]
