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Gromax launches campaign to empower farmers, combat rural migration on Kisan Diwas
25-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a significant move to address the growing trend of rural migration and to motivate the younger generation to consider farming as a viable profession, Gromax Agri Equipment Ltd., a joint venture between Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and the Gujarat Government, unveiled a compelling video campaign on Kisan Diwas.
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Milmaâs TRCMPU announces additional price of INR 15 per litre of milk for farmers
25-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.
The annual general body meeting (AGM) of Milmaâs Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producersâ Union (TRCMPU), held here today, announced an additional price of Rs 15 per litre of milk procured from farmers affiliated to the cooperative societies under it.
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On Kisan Divas, FAIFA felicitates farmers for phenomenal contribution to agriculture
20-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the States of Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka etc. celebrated Kisan Divas 2024 which falls on 23rd December by felicitating five farmers for their outstanding performance and pioneering contribution to the field of agriculture at a stellar ceremony.
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Maharashtra farmers adopt HDPS to boost cotton productivity
07-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
 Cotton farmers in Maharashtra are transforming their cultivation practices by adopting the High-Density Planting System (HDPS), a method set to significantly enhance productivity while addressing challenges of low yields and labour shortages.
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Coop model pivots Indiaâs emergence as worldâs largest milk producer: Milma chief at IDF World Dairy Summit
24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.
Noting that the cooperative model has immensely contributed to Indiaâs rise as the worldâs largest milk producer, Milma Chairman K S Mani made a strong pitch at the World Dairy Summit in Paris for adoption of sustainable and smart practices to turn the global challenges faced by the dairy sector into opportunities.
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Livestock sector plays a critical role in India's economy and food security, says Gujarat agri minister
23-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, along with the states of Gujarat conducted a âRegional Training Workshop on the 21st Livestock Census Software (Mobile & Web Application/Dashboard) and Breeds for State and District Nodal Officers (SNO/DNO).â
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Insights into India's Cotton Farming Sector - Challenges, Innovations, and Economic Trends
23-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
Cotton farming in India remains a cornerstone of the nation's agricultural and industrial sectors, despite facing significant challenges in recent years.
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Blue Whale ends season with record turnover
14-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
With the apple season practically over, the leading French cooperative Blue Whale has announced record turnover figures across all its markets.
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Milma working on strategies to scale up milk production, says KS Mani on World Milk Day
01-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand Milma, is working on a multi-pronged strategy to strengthen the stateâs cooperative dairy sector and attain self-sufficiency in milk production, as envisaged by the State Government, Milma Chairman K S Mani said today.
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Kerala milk cooperative to disburse additional milk price of INR 2 per litre
01-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a monsoon season relief to dairy farmers in four southern districts, Milmaâs Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) has decided to disburse an additional milk price of INR 2 per litre.
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NACOF OORJA launches SPV to promote sustainable farming in India
29-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
NACOF Oorja, one of India's leading Renewable Energy developers and operators, supported by NACOF, a multi-state Cooperative Society registered under the Ministry of Agriculture, today announced the launch of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), E ASTRA NACOF OORJA Pvt Ltd to promote sustainable farming and make cultivation a profitable affair.
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IFFCO rope in Maarut Drones for spraying across 500,000 acres in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
28-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a significant move towards revolutionizing agricultural practices in India, the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has entered a strategic partnership with Marut Drones to undertake drone spray operations across an extensive area spanning up to 5 lakh acres.
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Farmer Associations' report reveals 300 % surge in agriculture budget allocation over past 9 years
27-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the States of Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka etc. convened a seminar today at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi - Ensuring Farmer Livelihoods: Enhancing Farmer Incomes Through Sustainable Farming Practices.
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Marut Drones, IFFCO partner for drone spraying across 500,000 acres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
12-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a significant move towards revolutionizing agricultural practices in India, the Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has entered a strategic partnership with Marut Drones to undertake drone spray operations across an extensive area spanning up to 5 lakh acres.
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Bayer launches Better School Program in partnership with BharatCares to promote STEM learning and innovation in rural schools
13-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
Bayer, a global life sciences company with core strengths in agriculture and healthcare, today announced its collaboration with BharatCares, a social impact organization, to launch the âBetter School Programâ at Adpodra Group Government Primary School in Himatnagar, Gujarat. Aimed at enhancing educational facilities and enabling experiential learning opportunities for the students in Himatnagar, the âBetter School Programâ focuses on providing a foundational leap to economically challenged students and will benefit more than 850 students from grades 1st to 8th, across four schools.
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Kerala minister Chinchurani gives away dairy awards
11-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Mrs J Chinchurani today gave away the awards for the Best Dairy Cooperative Societies and Best Dairy Farmers, instituted by Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma, here.
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Top 10 Wine Producing States in India
26-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
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Top 10 Wheat Producing States in India
20-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
Explore the top 10 wheat producing states in India, from the fertile plains of Uttar Pradesh to the diverse agricultural landscapes of Gujarat and Maharashtra. Discover their contributions to national food security, the challenges they face, and the future of wheat production in India.
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NCDEX launches Centre of Excellence for Commodity Markets in Anand
05-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
Premier Commodity Exchange, National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) and The Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) launched today, Shri Tribhuvandas Patel Centre of Excellence for Commodity Markets' in Anand, Gujarat.
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Louis Dreyfus Company makes binding offer to acquire Namoi Cotton
19-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.
Louis Dreyfus Company Asia Pte. Ltd (LDC) announced today that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire the remaining 83% shares of Namoi Cotton Limited (Namoi Cotton) by way of a Scheme of Arrangement, marking a significant milestone in LDCâs 111-year history in Australia.
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Amul launches Sagar skimmed milk across India
17-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.
Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. (GCMMF), the largest food products organization responsible for marketing of Amul and Sagar brand, announced the launch of Sagar Skimmed Milk across India.
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Dairy farmers in Gujarat embrace technology to boost milk production
24-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
An outbreak of avian influenza (bird flu) has triggered alarm among poultry farmers in Tamil Nadu, India's second-largest egg producer.
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Kerala Milk federation ties up with Lulu Group, to sell products in Middle East
07-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.
Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand name Milma, signed an agreement with Lulu Group today for the sale of its dairy products through the retail majorâs vast network of hypermarkets and malls in the Middle East.
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New leadership team takes charge at Federation of Seed Industry of India
22-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) welcomes its new leadership team as Ajai Rana assumes the role of Chairman. Discover the organization's vision for a knowledge-driven seed sector in India.
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Milmaâs TRCMPU adopts INR 2853 Cr budget
17-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
The annual general body meeting of Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma, held recently earmarked INR 2 crores to offset the interest on the loans availed by dairy farmers in four southern districts for setting up farms and purchase of milch animals.
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Revitalizing India's Agriculture: IDH and Better Cotton Promote Regenerative Farming for a Sustainable Future
15-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
Explore how IDH and Better Cotton are driving regenerative agriculture in India to address critical challenges while ensuring a sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
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Know more about Cotton crop in India
13-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
Cotton is one of the most important commercial crops grown in India. It is a Kharif crop, sown in the monsoon season and harvested in the winter season.
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Milmaâs 2023-24 budget anticipates INR 1.22 crore surplus
22-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) of the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand name Milma recently adopted a growth-oriented budget for 2023-24 pegging the revenue at INR 680.50 crore and expenditure at INRÂ 679.28 crore, anticipating a surplus of INR 1.22 crore during the financial year.
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Inspect flowers and cotton bolls for signs of the pink bollworm
22-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
Recently, few cotton sown areas in the state of Punjab were impacted with the pink bollworm infestation. With the early-sown cotton crop aged between 60 and 80 days, it is important for the cotton growing farmers to integrate all available management tactics which will serve the purpose of resistance management against pink bollworm.
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Probe rubbishes report of discrepancy in maize stock at Milmaâs feed unit
22-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.
A probe by a panel of experts has found as âbaselessâ the alleged discrepancy regarding the physical stock of maize at the cattle feed factory of Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF) at Malampuzha, reported over a year back.
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SWAL unveils a sustainable pest control breakthrough for soybean and cotton crops in India
17-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.
SWAL Corporation Ltd., a prominent provider of advanced and sustainable agricultural solutions, has taken a significant stride towards ecological farming with the introduction of Sperto, an innovative pest control solution tailored specifically for soybean and cotton crops
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Valamjibhai Humbal appointed as Board Member of National Cooperative Organics Limited
27-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.
Valamjibhai Humbal, Vice Chairman of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (AMUL), has been appointed as a board member of the newly formed National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL).
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UPL SAS launches sustainable pest control solution for soybean, cotton crop in India
14-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.
UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions (SAS), an integrated AgTech platform of UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL, BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) ("UPL"), has announced the launch of Argyle, a cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative solution, specifically designed for soybean and cotton crops.
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Milma daily milk sale crosses 16.27 lakh litres during January-May 2023
25-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.
Based on the strength of quality and innovative marketing strategies, Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by the brand Milma, registered a substantial increase in sale of milk in the first five months of 2023 with the daily average crossing 16.27 lakh litres, against 15.95 lakh litres in August-December 2022. Â Â Â
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Samunnati and Maha FPO Federation to together host one-of-a-kind farmgate procurement of onion in Maharashtra
10-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.
Samunnati, one of Indiaâs largest agri enterprises, and Maha FPO Federation have come together to host farmgate procurement of Onion in Maharashtra.
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Milk Co-ops shouldnât be monopolistic, need to adhere to founding ideals: Milma Chairman
04-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Chairman of the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), K S Mani, has emphasized the importance of milk cooperatives adhering to the founding ideals of the co-operative dairy movement. He called for a re-dedication to these principles, which include building a robust and strife-free dairy sector within each state while refraining from inter-state competition.
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Godrej Agrovet launches umbrella brand PYNA for sustainable cotton production
11-May-2023 - 0 Comments.
Godrej Agrovet Limited's (GAVL) Crop Protection Business recently announced the launch of PYNA, an umbrella brand for sustainable cotton production. A pioneer in establishing the concept of selective cotton herbicides in different markets, GAVL will be selling three of its cotton weed management products Hitweed, Hitweed Maxx, and Maxxcott under PYNA brand.  Â
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Kerala Milk Federation launches âRepositioning Milma 2023â initiative
19-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan today launched an ambitious rebranding initiative of the cooperative dairy major Milma focusing on the image makeover of the brand by bringing uniformity in packaging, design and products quality to meet the challenges from domestic and global competitors while reinforcing its position as the market leader.
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 Milma launches insurance scheme to offset fall in milk yield in summer
18-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.
Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by the brand Milma, has launched a comprehensive insurance scheme that guarantees financial compensation for dairy farmers to offset the loss of income due to fall in milk yield during the summer.
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AMUL sales turnover surpasses INR 55,055 Cr with 18.5% YoY growth
18-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.
Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd., which markets the popular Amul brand of milk and dairy products has registered a provisional turnover of INR 55,055 Crores for the financial year 2022-23 which ended on 31Â March 2023.
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Milma raises red flag over cross-border sale of milk by state federations
16-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.
Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by the brand Milma, has voiced serious concern over the tendency of some state milk marketing federations to aggressively enter markets outside their respective states, holding that this involved total breach of co-operative spirit based on which the countryâs dairy sector has been organised for the benefit of millions of dairy farmers.
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AIFA appeals to curb cigarette smuggling, as done for gold, mobile
31-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farmworkers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat, etc. has appealed to the government to cut duties on cigarettes to arrest its smuggling.
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Stable taxes on tobacco products critical for the survival of FCV tobacco growers
12-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farmworkers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat, etc. in their pre-budget appeal to Finance Minister, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman have requested to treat tobacco crop like any other agricultural produce and not put additional burden of taxes on legally manufactured products in India as that would have an adverse impact on tobacco farmers .
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WAAREE to plant 10,000 trees to uplift rural livelihoods, boost environment conservation
23-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
WAAREE Group, India's largest solar panel manufacturer and exporter with a manufacturing capacity of 9GW, has initiated a plantation drive on the land of their farmer-beneficiaries in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat.
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Milma announces INR 6 hike in milk prices from Dec 1
23-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
Milma has decided to raise the price of milk by Rs 6 per litre from next month, considering the steady increase in the input cost and the financial difficulties of the dairy farmers, Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF) Chairman KS Mani said.
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National Milk Day: Public can view processes at Milmaâs TVM dairy
22-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
Trivandrum Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma has made arrangements for the public to view various processes at its Thiruvananthapuram Dairy in the city on November 25 and 26 as part of the National Milk Day celebrations.
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TRCMPU of Milma launches silage distribution programme
31-Oct-2022 - 0 Comments.
As part of the various initiatives to make the state self-sufficient in milk production, the Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union of Milma (TRCMPU-Milma) launched the silage distribution project, known as âHaritham,â that will keep cattle in good health and lead to higher milk production.
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FSII donates INR 20 lakh to Benefit Sharing Fund of Food and Agriculture Organisation
25-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.
Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) donated INR 20 lakh (USD 25000) to the Benefit Sharing Fund of Food and Agriculture Organisationâs (FAO) International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) showing support for the work of the Benefit Sharing Fund.
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Amul commences production of organic whole wheat atta
21-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.
Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) (Amul Federation), the largest food products organization of India has announced the launch of "Amul Organic Atta".
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Prime Minister Modi inaugurates world's first nano urea plant by IFFCO
19-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the World's first Nano Urea Liquid plant by IFFCO at Kalol, Gujarat in an effort to provide farmers the means to boost productivity & help increase their income.
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UPL, Gujarat titans join hands for sustainability
29-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.
UPL Ltd., global provider of global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, today announced a partnership with the newly formed Ahmedabad franchise - Gujarat Titans as their sustainability partner for the ongoing IPL 2022.
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Promotion of crop diversification by government
25-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.
Government of India is supplementing the efforts of state governments to encourage diversified production of crops such as pulses, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, cotton & oilseeds under National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and horticultural crops under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).
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Promotion of crop diversification by government
25-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.
Government of India is supplementing the efforts of state governments to encourage diversified production of crops such as pulses, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, cotton & oilseeds under National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and horticultural crops under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).
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Women leaders building sustainable, inclusive food system globally
16-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.
On the occasion of International Womenâs Day, Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) and Alliance for Agri Innovation held a webinar on 'Women Leadership Building Sustainable and Inclusive Food System'.
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NABARD permits MSC Bank to refinance PACCs
28-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
In a major development, NABARD has given permission to Maharashtra State Cooperative (MSC) Bank to give short-term refinance to the Primary Agriculture Credit Cooperative Societies (PACCs), connected with those DCCBs which are weak or not in a position to give finance to them.
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Milma Chairman KS Mani elected director of NCDFI
24-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
K S Mani, Chairman, Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known popularly by its brand name Milma, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI), the apex body of dairy and edible oil cooperatives in the country.
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Ambuja Cement Foundationâs plantation drive underway in Chandrapur
13-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
Ambuja Cement Foundation (ACF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Ambuja Cements Limited, has implemented a plantation drive in its Better Cotton project villages at Chandrapur for development of community and enrichment of nature.
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National Level conference on beekeeping held
03-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
National Bee Board (NBB) organized a National Conference on Beekeeping Sector in collaboration with National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd. (NAFED), Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED) & National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) on 24 January 2022.
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FAIFA appeals to policy makers to sustain market price of finished goods to protect livelihoods of FCV farmers
26-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat, etc. flagged that consumption price of legal cigarettes in India have reached the maximum limit to what the purchasing capacity of consumers can absorb against the backdrop of cheaper and fast growing illicit cigarettes and alternatives, and any further increase in taxes would lead to a severe reduction in flue-cured Virginia (FCV) cultivation and impact the livelihoods of farmers.
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Amendments to co-op Act; leadership changes in dairy sector inevitable, says Bhasurangan
17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producersâ Union (TRCMPU) has scheduled a general body meeting on December 9 to effect changes to bylaws as mandated by the recent amendment to the Kerala Co-operative Societies Act, and set in motion the process of electing the new board of directors.
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Eminent scientists, agriculturists cask govt to allow BRL1 field trials in Karnataka
10-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.
Eminent scientists and agriculture experts from Karnataka demand to allow Biosafety Regulatory Level 1 (BRL 1) field trials of Bt Cotton and Maize in Karnataka. After the success of Bt Cotton in India, since 2002 no other crop (enhanced through biotechnology) has been released in India.
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Federation of Seed Industry, Alliance for Agri Innovation celebrates World Cotton Day
06-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.
On World Cotton Day on 7 October, Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) and Alliance for Agri Innovation (AAI) celebrates the power of technology like Bt Cotton in making India the worldâs leading producer.
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India chairs BRICS to strengthen agro biodiversity for food and nutrition security
16-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Ministers of Agriculture of the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa deliberated virtually on the theme âBRICS Partnership for Strengthening Agro Biodiversity for Food and Nutrition Securityâ.
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Dr U S Awasthi of IFFCO & Dr Deepak Shah of Sulphur Mills awarded ABSA Lifetime Achievement Awards
08-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
Dr U.S Awasthi, MD of IFFCO, the world's largest pesticides cooperative and Dr Deepak Shah, CMD of Sulphur Mills who is known as the Sulphur Man of India will be honoured with "ABSA Lifetime Achievement Awards for the years 2020 and 2021".
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Bel Brands announces partnership with Dairy Farmers Of America to pilot sustainable milk cooling program
05-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
Bel Brands USA is pleased to announce a new program in partnership with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) a national dairy cooperative of farm families to implement and measure sustainable cooling practices designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by cutting on-farm energy usage.
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Milk producers hails Gujarat government for Covid assistance on export of skimmed milk powder
17-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
Hailing the Gujarat government for supporting state milk producer during the time of Coid with assistance on Skimmed Milk Powder (SMP), Shamalbhai B Patel, Chairman, Amul Federation said INR 50 per kg Covid assistance was a remarkable and a very timely & sensitive decision.
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APEDA signs MoU with NAFED to strengthen export linkage of Farmer Cooperatives, FPOs
13-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd (NAFED) to harness the exports potential of agricultural and processed food products of cooperatives as well Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs).
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NSAI, FSII agrees on business framework on development of superior plant varieties by plant breeders
09-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
The seed industry through National Seed Association of India (NSAI) and Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) has reached a consensus on commercialization of framework for new traits for development of superior plant varieties which will benefit the farmers.
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India exports GI certified Bhalia wheat to Kenya, Sri Lanka
08-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
In a major boost to wheat exports, the first shipment of Geographical Indication (GI) certified Bhalia variety of wheat was exported to Kenya and Sri Lanka from Gujarat.
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Amul increase price of fresh milk by INR 2 per liter from July 1
30-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), marketer of milk and milk products under the brand name of Amul, has decided to revise the milk prices by INR 2 per litre in markets of Ahmedabad and Saurashtra of Gujarat and Delhi NCR with effective from 1 July 21.
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Climate change likely to affect agricultural productivity in Maharashtra, says Institute for Sustainable Communities
30-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
Climate analysis predicts mismatch in rainfall and temperature patterns with crop phenology: Soybean, Cotton, Wheat and Gram crops at risk finds Institute for Sustainable Communities study across three major regions of Maharashtra.
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Kerala farmers can access 6.4% agri specific short term loan
21-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Ministry of Agriculture has come up with a short-term credit scheme for farmers who require funds to complete pending agricultural activities. All primary cooperative credit societies and the Kerala Gramin Bank will extend the loan support. The scheme is likely to be introduced by next week.
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Disastrous consequences of surge in cultivation of illegal HtBt cotton, FSII & NSAI write to government
20-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
Quality seeds for farmers is the first step towards growing quality produce and better yield. Research and development ensure that the challenges faced by farmers are resolved and they get better varieties to fight pests and diseases.
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Amul chief receives Asia Pacific Productivity Champion award
12-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
Dr. R S Sodhi, Managing Director, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul) has been awarded with the prestigious Asian Productivity Organization (APO), Tokyo, Japan regional award.
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Southwest Monsoon advances towards south Gujarat, remaining parts of Maharashtra & Telangana
10-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department: (Thursday 10 June 2021, MID-DAY, Time of Issue: 1345 hours IST)
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Amul installs micro ATM to pay dairy farmers at their doorsteps
09-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
In order to provide payment for procuring dairy farmers milk, India's largest dairy co-operative, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) popularly known as Amul has installed first Micro ATM payment center at doorstep of milk producer members.
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Amul's RS Sodhi elected as MD at International Dairy Federation
03-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) unanimously elected R S Sodhi, managing director, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) that sells Amul branded products in India, to its board during the general assembly held on 1 June, according to media reports.
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India's third advance estimates of principal crops shoot 7.94MT higher for 2020-21
26-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
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National Cooperative Development Corporation, NAFSCOB join hands for capacity development of cooperative banks
17-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
To give further boost to the MoU between National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) and National Federation of State Cooperative Banks Ltd (NAFSCOB), the dedicated training academy for cooperatives, the Laxmanrao Inamdar National Academy for Cooperative Research and Development (LINAC) launched a five-day online training programme on Project Formulation and Appraisal Techniques.
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National Cooperative Development Corporation secures INR 600 loan from Deustsche Bank
17-Apr-2021 - 0 Comments.
The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) has secured Euro 68.87 million (Rs 600 cr) loan from Deutsche Bank, Germanyâs largest bank, for onward lending to cooperatives in the country.
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ICAR Institutes, KVKs to expedite the setting-up of Farmers Producers Organizations
09-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Researchâs Institutions (ICAR) along with the Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK) and National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) jointly organized a Webshop to discuss about the strategies for speeding-up and setting-up of Farmersâ Producersâ Organizations (FPOs) in 116 blocks in the country under the recently launched Central Scheme.
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Govt procures 8.84 MN cotton bales from farmers worth INR 25,826 Cr during Kharif Marketing Season 2020-21
28-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.
In the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2020-21, the Government has procured 8.84 million bales of seed cotton (Kapas) valuing INR 25826.59 crore has been procured benefitting 1.81 million farmers.
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Social media empowers farmers to make judicious decisions, says Dr Shivendra Bajaj of Federation of Seed Industry of India
12-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.
Social media has changed the way we think, comprehend and communicate, and it has not just restricted young people in urban pockets anymore but has penetrated deep into rural areas as well.
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NAFED to set up 50 e-Kisan Mandi for farmer producer organisations
19-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian Agriculture & Farmers Welfare minister Narendra Singh Tomar met members of Farmer Producer Organisations of Federation of Indian FPOs and Aggregators (FIFA) representing 15 states and around 500 FPOs at Krishi Bhawan recently. They expressed their support for the recent Agricultural Reforms by the Government of India.
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3EA fund Gujarat based agricultural start-up
10-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
With the reforms in the agricultural sector and the introduction of Farmers Act 2020, Government of India has boosted the overall growth of the sector by building infrastructure and supply chains for farm produce in national and global markets. This will benefit small farmers who arenât able to bargain for their produce and get a better price or invest in technology to improve the productivity of their farms.
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Agriculture Minister inaugurates honey farmer producer organizations by NAFED
03-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Honey FPO Programme of National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited. (NAFED) was inaugurated by Minister of Agriculture and Farmersâ Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar on 26 November 2020.
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FAIFA pleads to PM for immediate economic relief package for farmers hit by cyclone Nivar
02-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat etc. today urged Honorable Prime Minister to take swift action to bring relief to farmers hit by cyclone Nivar.
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Farm liberalisation to bring prosperity to entire food supply chain, says Federation of Seed Industry of India
27-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.
When the Union Finance Minister proposed 16-point action plan to boost agriculture and farmers' welfare while presenting the budget earlier this year, the stage was set for liberalisation of the farm sector. There has been a long-pending demand of the comprehensive reforms to make agriculture a sustainable and scalable industry, and the new farm laws are the steps in the right direction.
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NDDB chairman unanimously elected to International Dairy Federation board
10-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.
Dilip Rath, Chairman, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has been unanimously elected to the Board of International Dairy Federation (IDF) on 2 November 2020 during the General Assembly of IDF.
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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).
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'New farm laws offer more markets, benefits to farmers', says Federation of Seed Industry of India ED
17-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
Over the past few weeks, much has been written on the newly enacted farm bills, which have been termed 'historic' by the proponents while âdeath warrantâ for farmers by the opposition groups.
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NFL distributes cotton plucking machines to farmers in Haryana
16-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
National Fertilizers Limited distributed 95 cotton plucking machines free of cost to the farmers under its Corporate Social Responsibility.
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Gujarat State Fertilizers launches indigenous variety of calcium nitrate, boronated calcium nitrate
09-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya has recently launched an indigenous variety of calcium nitrate, boronated calcium nitrate manufactured by Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals (GSFC) India Ltd through video conference.
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Farmers organization supports new farm bills, help liberation from trading cartels
30-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops across the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Gujarat etc., on behalf of the entire farming community would like to thank the foresight of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government in formulating and successfully passing path breaking Farmer Bills in the Parliament.
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NCDC sanctions INR 19444 Cr for MSP operations support to States during Kharif season 2020-21
28-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), the apex financing organization of the agriculture ministry has sanctioned as the first installment, funds amounting to INR 19444 crores to the states of Chhattisgarh, Haryana, and Telangana for Kharif paddy procurement under Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations.
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Bt cotton only GM crop approved for commercial cultivation in 2002 by govt, agri minister
16-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
Bt cotton is the only genetically modified (GM) crop that has been approved for commercial cultivation in 2002 by the government of India.
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Agri minister launches 22 bamboo clusters in nine states
15-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian minister for agriculture and farmersâ welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar recently inaugurated by virtual mode 22 bamboo clusters in 9 States (Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra, Odisha, Assam, Nagaland, Tripura, Uttarakhand and Karnataka). A logo for the National Bamboo Mission was also released.
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No locust adults or hoppers spotted in any of the affected areas, agri ministry
02-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
Starting from 11 April, 2020 till 25 August, 2020, control operations have been done in 279,066 hectares area in States of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana by Locust Circle Offices (LCOs).
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Locust control operations carried out at 10 places in Rajasthan, 2 places in Gujarat
19-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
Starting from 11 April 2020 till 18 August 2020, locust control operations have been done in 2,76,267 hectares area in States of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana by Locust Circle Offices (LCOs).
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Alliance for Agri Innovation urges govt to allow Bt Brinjal trials in India
16-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
Alliance for Agri Innovation (AAI), a special interest group of Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) urges the Central and State Governments to allow field trials of Bt Brinjal in India.
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PM's new finance initiative of INR 100,000 Cr agriculture infra fund catalytic for agri-infra development: FAIFA
15-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modiâs INR 100,000 crore Agriculture Infrastructure Fund financing facility.
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Locust crisis: Operations carried out at 37 places in 11 districts of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana till July 31
06-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
Locust control operations were carried out at 34 places in 09 districts viz. Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Churu, Nagaur, Hanumangarh, Jalore and Sirohi of Rajasthan and 02 places in Kutch district of Gujarat against swarms and hoppers by LCOs in the intervening night of 30-31 July, 2020.
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Tomar launches the Sahakar Coop tube NCDC Channel
05-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian agriculture & farmersâ welfare minister Narendra Singh Tomar launched the Sahakar Cooptube NCDC Channel, a new initiative by National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC).
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Gene editing technology and regulation, says Dr Shivendra Bajaj of FSII
29-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Adoption of science and technology in all aspects of life has been the hallmark of modern civilization. We expect technology to address challenges and make our lives easier, the same holds true for technological intervention in farming, writes Federation of Seed Industry of India executive director Shivendra Bajaj.
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Over 4 lakh hectares area in 10 states under locust control operations as on July 23
25-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Starting from 11 April 2020 till 23 July 2020, control operations have been done in 202,565 hectares area in states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana by Locust Circle Offices (LCOs). Till 23 July 2020, control operations have been done in 198,657 hectares area in states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Bihar by State Governments.
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Narendra Singh Tomar inaugurates state of the art honey testing lab in Gujarat
24-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian minister of agriculture and farmersâ welfare Narendra Singh Tomar has today inaugurated the âWorld Class State of Art Honey Testing Laboratoryâ established by National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in Anand (Gujarat) with support of National Bee Board (NBB), through Video Conference.
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FAIFA hails govtâs agri-reforms; appeals for smooth implementation, periodic review
22-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA), a non-profit organization representing the cause of millions of farmers and farm workers of commercial crops lauded and appreciated the series of initiatives introduced by the central government.
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Alliance for Agri Innovation celebrates 25 years of growing GM crops
22-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Alliance for Agri Innovation (AAI), a special interest group of Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) celebrates 25 years of planting biotech crops globally.
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Amul consolidated turnover crosses INR 52,000 cr during 2019-20 FY
19-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indiaâs largest milk co-operative, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) and its constituent member unions which markets the Amul brand of milk and dairy products has registered a consolidate turnover of INR 52,000 crore during the fiscal year ended 31 March 2020.
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IFFCO registers highest ever net profit of INR 1005 Cr during 2019-20 FY
19-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Worldâs largest fertilizer cooperative IFFCO has recorded highest ever net profit after tax (PAT) at INR 1005 crore for 2019-20 financial year ended 31 March 2020.
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Aerial spraying capacity strengthened for anti-locust operations, says agri ministry
08-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Starting from 11 April 2020 till 6 July 2020, control operations have been done in 1,43,422hectares area in States of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana by Locust Circle Offices (LCOs).
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Southwest monsoon advances over entire Maharashtra, south Gujarat, parts of central & East India
14-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorology Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department Advance of Southwest Monsoon till 14 June 2020.
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Tomar launches internship programme of National Cooperative Development Corporation
14-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
In keeping with Prime Minister Narendra Modiâs clarion call for Atma Nirbhar Bharat (Self Reliant India), Sahakar Mitra: Scheme on Internship Programme (SIP) was launched recently Indian agriculture & farmersâ welfare Narendra Singh Tomar.
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Govt steps up locust control operations across northern India
28-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Amidst a wave of locust swarms sweeping across western and northwestern India, the Department of Agriculture and Farmersâ Welfare has stepped up locust control operations in the affected States of Rajasthan, Punjab, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.
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Need for biotechnology crops in India, writes seeds federation director
23-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
The ongoing pandemic has brought forward our vulnerability to food crisis, especially with our increasing population. In addition, the challenges of future, will be much different than the ones in past because of factors like climate change, reduced availability of land and water, soil degradation and changing food preferences of people.
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Entrepreneurship in agriculture can do wonders for rural economy, says Federation of Seed Industry of India Executive Director
13-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Agriculture sector provides food for 1.3 billion people in India as well as support over 60% of the population for their livelihood and plays a crucial role in sustainable growth of the country's economy.
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FSII members pledge INR 9 crores for COVID 19 relief measures
24-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) along with its members have pledge now pledged donations of over Rs 9 cr for fighting COVID19, also known as Corona virus.
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Govt agencies buys 133,987 tonnes of pulses, 29,264 tonnes of oilseeds directly from farmers
21-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
Reaching out to farmers amidst COVID19 crisis, central government agency, Food Corporation of India (FCI) and National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) have started procuring pulses, oilseeds directly from the farmers at the minimum support price.
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Gujarat farmer develops biofortified carrot variety helping farmers
08-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
Madhuban Gajar, a biofortified carrot variety with high β-carotene and iron content developed by Vallabhhai Vasrambhai Marvaniya, a farmer scientist from Junagadh district, Gujarat is benefiting more than 150 local farmers in the area.
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Indian cultivation of BT cotton crops estimated at 32.26 MN bales during 201-20
31-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.
Area, production and productivity of Bt. cotton has increased steadily since its introduction in India, barring minor fluctuation in few years. Details of year-wise area under cotton, Bt. cotton, production and yield of cotton during 2002-03 to 2019-20
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FSII recommends making India global seed production hub & pushes for 200
16-Jan-2020 - 0 Comments.
For the upcoming Union Budget, Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) urges the Government of India for restoring the 200% income tax deduction (under the section 35 (2AB) of the Income Tax Act, 1961) for the in-house Research and Development (R&D) expenditure in seed industry.
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Utkal Tubers eyes 50,000 tons of high yielding, disease resistant seed potatoes by 2022
20-Dec-2019 - 0 Comments.
Bengaluru-based potato seeds firm Utkal Tubers India Pvt. Ltd, plans to ramp up its annual production to 50,000 tons of high-yielding, disease-resistant seed potatoes across Gujarat, Assam, Punjab, UP, Haryana and Karnataka over the next three years.
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BASF sign MoU with Adani to evaluate investment in acrylics value chain in Mundra
17-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
BASF SE, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany and Adani Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the eve of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2019, to evaluate a major joint investment in the acrylics value chain
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Launch of NCDC model for cooperatives can bring financial inclusion of farmers in remote villages
10-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
Indian Minister of Agriculture and Farmersâ Welfare Radha Mohan Singh has said that National Council for Cooperative Training (NCCT) besides being responsible for training, awareness and evaluation programmes of employees working in the cooperative sector also facilitates the same for other stakeholders in the cooperative sector in the country
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GM cotton crops touches 34.88 million tonnes bales in 2017-18
08-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
With the usage of genetically modified (GM) cotton crops, the productivity of cotton increased from 191 kg per hectare in 2002-03 to 477 kg per hectare in 2017-18 and the production of cotton has been increased from 8.62 million bales in 2002-03 to 34.88 bales in 2017-18 due to the adoption of Bt. cotton in the country
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Mariculture Policy: Traditional Fishermen to be Given Priority
19-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.
A stakeholder meeting held at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on Saturday here has decided to take steps to address the concern of fishermen towards the draft national mariculture policy. As part of this, the draft will be incorporated so as to enable traditional fishermen and their cooperative societies obtaining priority while Mariculture Zones are demarcated in the sea for various mariculture activities
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CAI estimates cotton crop at 36.5 MN for 2017-18 season
12-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.
The CAI has estimated cotton crop for the ongoing 2017-18 season at 36.5 million bales of 170 kgs each, which is higher by 500,000 bales
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IISS: MPEDA, Switzerland's COOP tie up to boost organic aqua farming in India
28-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.
In a first-of-its-kind tie-up in Indiaâs marine sector, COOP Cooperative, one of Switzerland's biggest retail and wholesale companies, is partnering the Government of India's Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) to develop export-oriented organic aqua farming in India to cater to the growing demand for organic seafood products across the EU.
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Indian cotton crop output to be 37.5 MN bales, CAI estimate
15-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.
Cotton Association of India (CAI) has released its first estimate of the cotton crop for the 2017-18 season beginning from 1 October 2017.
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FIAPO investigation exposes the reality of white revolution in India
30-Oct-2017 - 0 Comments.
New data released by the Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organizations (FIAPO) shows the horrifying state of cattle in 451 milk-producing centers from Indiaâs 10 leading milk producing states and demands immediate attention by the Centre and State Governments to regulate milk producing dairies.
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All out war on pink boll worm to save Bt Cotton in current season
11-Sep-2017 - 0 Comments.
An all-out multi-level campaign has been launched on a war footing on the dreaded pink boll worm attack that has been causing a havoc to Bt cotton crop across India.
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Our Country is the largest producer of milk in the world, declares Indian agri minister
01-Jun-2017 - 0 Comments.
Indian Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Radha Mohan Singh said that the Government of India has undertaken several new initiatives in the field of animal husbandry in Gujarat.
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India's cotton output for February 2017 estimate at 34.1 MN bales
16-Mar-2017 - 0 Comments.
The CAI has retained its cotton crop estimate for the ongoing cotton season at the same level as in the last month i.e. 34.1 million bales of 170 kgs. each.
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Cabinet approves interest waiver of two months for farmers on crop loans from Cooperative Banks
27-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval for interest waiver for the two months of November and December, 2016 for farmers accessing short term crop loans from Cooperative Banks.
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India's cotton crop estimated 34 MN bales during 2016-17
23-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.
The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has released its December estimate of the cotton crop for the 2016-17 season beginning as on October 1, 2016.
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Government ask Amul to open bank accounts of every milk producers by Jan 2017
27-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.
In order to bring all dairy farmers in the banking channel, central government has asked the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) owner of country's largest dairy co-operative, AMUL to open bank accounts of all Milk producers/farmers by December 30, 2016.
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Amul selects Amazon to enter US markets
02-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.
In order to expand its reach in the United States, India's largest dairy cooperative with 3.6 million members, Amul has selected Amazon to sell its products in the US.
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Indian agri ministry accepts Gujarat govt groundnut procurement rates
03-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.
Indian agriculture ministry has approved Gujarat government's proposal on price support scheme for procurement of groundnut during the current Kharif season.
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Cotton Association opposes creation of buffer stock
26-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.
Mumbai based Cotton Association of India (CAI) have rejected the central government to set up buffer stock for cotton crops
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Bayer opens formulation technology lab in Gujarat
15-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.
Leading crop science company, Bayer has opened its new global formulation technology laboratory at its site in Vapi, Gujarat.
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Use cow urine to be like Cleopatra
12-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.
Gujarat Cow Protection Board, known as Gauseva Board, an state government organization has come up with a new advisory, 'Aarogya Geeta' for women on cow urine.
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Cotton crop output estimated to be 33.6 million bales
29-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.
Cotton Association of India (CAI) has released its first estimates that cotton crop production in the country will be around 33.6 million bales of 170 kg each during 2016-17 season.
