Cumin traders waiting for a new season: supply may higher than demand

Players of teams like Italy, Namibia and America who have come to play the World Cup have a lot of enthusiasm to win matches but lack skill and confidence. For this reason, they are not able to achieve the desired results. Currently, the situation of cumin traders is similar.

UPL to create global pure-play crop protection giant

UPL Limited approves restructuring plan to create UPL Global, positioning it as the world’s second largest listed pure-play crop protection platform, subject to regulatory approvals.

Cropin Unveils AI Agri Stack with Google, BCG, Wipro Partners

Cropin launches an AI-first agri-food ecosystem with Google Cloud, BCG, Wipro and Planet Labs to de-risk supply chains, enhance traceability and accelerate digital transformation.

How AI is helping 38 million farmers with advance weather predictions

17-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.

The University of Chicago uses NeuralGCM, a Google Research model, to more accurately predict the monsoon season in India and support farmer decision-making.

Google launches open-source AI tools to boost Indian agriculture

10-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.

Google unveils open-source AI innovations including AMED API to support India’s agricultural productivity and build culturally aware language models.

John Deere, Dovetail Workwear collaborate to empower women in agriculture

22-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.

In an effort to recognize and empower the women who play a pivotal role in agriculture, John Deere has announced an exciting collaboration with Dovetail Workwear, a company built for, by, and with women.

Varaha and Google sign one of the largest Industrial Biochar CDR Offtake agreements

01-Feb-2025 - 0 Comments.

Varaha, an Indian company developing carbon removal projects in Asia, has sold 100,000 carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits to Google.

Syngenta India Vande Bharat Park inaugurated in Rajasthan

23-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

 In a significant move aimed at enhancing community well-being, Syngenta India has completed the development of a piece of land adjacent to the Balotra Railway station into a park with facilities like walking path, children’s play area and an open gym and lush flower-bearing hedges and trees on all sides, at a cost of Rs 1.5 crore. 

Managing Pesticide Use: Protecting Public Health and the Environment

01-Sep-2024 - 0 Comments.

Pesticides play a crucial role in modern agriculture by controlling pests and diseases that threaten crop yields and food security.

Agricultural Innovation, Technology: Key to Combating Hunger

04-Aug-2024 - 0 Comments.

With the recent release of the United Nations (UN) 2024 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, CropLife Asia and its member companies are highlighting the increasingly critical role  agricultural innovation and technology play in enabling and empowering regional farmers to produce the safe, nutritious and affordable food that drives food security in Asia.

Corteva Agriscience drives adoption of direct seeded rice, saves up to 30% water

15-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, a global pure-play agriculture company, is committed to helping farmers adopt sustainable and holistic agronomic practices. Direct Seeded Rice is a method in which rice seeds are sown directly into the field as opposed to the traditional method of growing seedlings in nursery and later transplanting to farm.

Bridging the Gap: Banks Funding the Transformation of Indian Agriculture

10-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Banks play a pivotal role in fueling the growth of India's agricultural sector, a critical engine of the nation's economy.

Top Tractors Under 40 HP Powering Rural India

22-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

In the vast tapestry of Indian agriculture, small farms play a crucial role. These holdings, often less than 2 hectares, contribute significantly to the nation's food security.

The Lifeline of Indian Agriculture: A Deep Dive into Mandis

22-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Across the vast agricultural landscape of India, a network of bustling marketplaces pulsates with life - the mandis. These traditional markets, overseen by Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs), play a pivotal role in connecting farmers with buyers, ensuring the smooth flow of agricultural produce.

A Greener Future: How Indian Farmers and Villagers Can Benefit from Increased Forest Cover

04-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, a land of diverse landscapes, faces a pressing challenge: deforestation. Despite the critical role forests play in regulating climate, maintaining biodiversity, and sustaining livelihoods, forest cover in India stands at a concerning 21.67%.

India's Growing Food Basket: A Key Player in Global Food Security

13-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world's second-most populous country and one of the largest producers of agricultural commodities, has a vital role to play in ensuring global food security.

Private sector can play a critical role in precision farming In India, says NITI Aayog's member Ramesh Chand

11-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

"When we talk about our picture, we can proudly say that India's diversity is its strength. Farmers form a significant part of this diversity", stated Prof. Ramesh Chand Member, NITI Aayog at the National Conference on 'Enhancing Agricultural Productivity: Integration of Improved Inputs, Technology & Mechanization.'  

Corteva celebrates 50-years of innovative Pioneer Seeds solutions in India

13-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global pure-play agriculture company recently commemorated the 50-year legacy of Pioneer Seeds in India at an event in Hyderabad.

Cropin raises INR 113 Cr funding from ABC Impact, Chiratae Ventures, Google, and JSR Corporation

12-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

Cropin, the global agritech pioneer that has built the world's first industry cloud for agriculture, has secured INR 113 crores in funding from new investors Google and JSR Corporation, as well as existing investors ABC Impact and Chiratae Ventures.

Growhub Innovations announces joint project with Koufuku Group to enter Asean market 

07-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

The GrowHub Innovations Company ("The GrowHub"), Asia Pacific's only Web3-enabled plug-and-play ecosystem builder for food traceability and carbon credits, and KOUFUKU GROUP, a Japanese food company with over 50 years of history, have signed an MoU partnership for a joint project on market penetration using The GrowHub's proprietary Web3 technology.

FPOs to play key role in making India millet hub of the world

21-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

As part of the ongoing ‘Food, Agriculture and Livelihood’ fortnight, the India Pavilion at EXPO2020 hosted a seminar – ‘India: Millets production and upscaling value chain’ on Friday. Senior government officials and sector experts deliberated on opportunities for Indian industry players producing and processing millets, to enhance the export potential of the country during the session.

Women play a decisive role in ensuring food security, preserving local Agro-Biodiversity, says Kailash Chaudhary

13-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare organized a webinar recently on 'Women in Agri-startups: Creating Value with Supply Chain Management' in the series of events for celebrating MahilaKisanDiwas 2021.

Fisheries Minister launches MIMI mobile app for home delivery of fresh fish

29-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Fisheries Minister Saji Cheriyan launched the mobile app of MIMI Fish Store, a retail venture of the State Fisheries Department’ for home delivery of fresh fish and value-added products.

Chennai's Aquaconnect selected by Google for Startup Accelerator

21-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Aquaconnect, India's leading aquaculture technology platform, has been selected for the fifth class of Google for Startups Accelerator (GFS) India.

Parshottam Rupala launches INR 10,000 crore NCDC Ayushman Sahakar Fund

20-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of State for Agriculture Parshottam Rupala today launched AYUSHMAN SAHAKAR, a unique scheme to assist cooperatives play an important role in creation of healthcare infrastructure in the country formulated by the apex autonomous development finance institution under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC).

GRAM 2016: Plasticulture to play major role in doubling farmers income

15-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

Rajasthan agriculture sector has immense opportunities for Plasticulture in terms of efficient usage of water, Ms. Neelkamal Darbari, principal secretary, Agriculture, government of Rajasthan, Ms Neelkamal Darbari said at the recently concluded Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet 2016