Farmers Producer Organisations: The Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) recently analyzed challenges faced by India’s Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and suggested necessary reforms. An FPO is a type of Producer Organisation (PO) formed by farmers. It operates as an organization of the producers, by the producers, and for the producers. The […]
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
Poppy Cultivation
Poppy Cultivation: Manipur recorded a 32.13% decline in poppy cultivation during 2023-24, as per a report by the Manipur Remote Sensing Applications Centre (MARSAC).Declined from 28,598.91 acres in 2021-22 to 11,288.1 acres in 2023-24. Major districts with eradication operations: Kangpokpi (4,454.4 acres), Ukhrul (3,348 acres), Churachandpur (2,713.8 acres).
2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands (GSRD)
2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands (GSRD): The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), a global leader in agricultural research has launched its 2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands (GSRD). This initiative is spearheaded by Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) and International […]
Mission Arun Himveer
Mission Arun Himveer: The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has launched Mission Arun Himveer to enhance market linkages for local agricultural and horticultural producers. In a significant move, the Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), North East Frontier, in the presence of Chief Minister […]
National Mission on Natural Farming : Approved
National Mission on Natural Farming: Approved The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved the launching of the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF). It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare. It has been launched to promote natural farming in mission mode across the country […]
India’s Tea Industry
India’s Tea Industry: The Tea industry in India has experienced a boost in profits during the September quarter, driven by higher prices despite a decline in production caused by climate change.A dry spell and erratic rainfall led to a production loss of 76.73 million kg (mkg) compared to 2023.Policies of Tea Board of India including […]
State of Food and Agriculture 2024
State of Food and Agriculture 2024: The State of Food and Agriculture 2024 report by the FAO highlights the hidden costs of agrifood systems globally, particularly in India, where dietary risks contribute to a $1.3 trillion burden annually, largely due to non-communicable diseases linked to unhealthy diets.
Bran : Recent Study
Bran : Recent Study A recent study highlights that keeping bran on millet improves the health benefits and should be promoted in Indian diets to improve diet quality. Bran is the edible broken seed coat, or protective outer layer, of wheat, rye, or other cereal grains, separated from the kernel. In flour processing, the coarse […]
Urad And Tur Imports : Increased
Urad And Tur Imports : Increased The Indian government reported a significant increase in Urad imports from Brazil, reaching over 22,000 metric tonnes. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs highlighted Brazil’s potential as a major supplier of Urad and Tur for India, benefiting from different cropping seasons that align with India’s crop demands. Urad: Scientific name: […]
First Advance Estimates for Kharif crop production for the year 2024-25
First Advance Estimates for Kharif crop production for the year 2024-25: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has recently announced the First Advance Estimates for Kharif crop production for the year 2024-25, revealing a record-breaking output in foodgrains and oilseeds. The report reflects the government’s growing use of technology and stakeholder input in agricultural […]
