Organic Farming on the Rise: Can it Meet the Growing Demand for Sustainable Produce?

11-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

As global awareness about health, environmental sustainability, and food safety increases, organic farming has emerged as a significant movement in agriculture.

Water Woes: Sustainable Irrigation Practices for a Water-Scarce Nation

05-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.

Water scarcity is a growing concern in India, a nation that is home to nearly 1.4 billion people and relies heavily on agriculture, which consumes about 80% of the country’s water resources.

Combating Disease Outbreaks: Protecting Aquaculture from Pathogens

28-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

The aquaculture industry, crucial for meeting the growing global demand for seafood, faces significant challenges from disease outbreaks.

AI for Aquaculture: Using Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Fish Farming

25-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

The global aquaculture industry, valued at over $200 billion, is pivotal in meeting the growing demand for seafood.

Report on Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Schemes

31-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Uttar Pradesh, a crucial contributor to India's agricultural output, faces challenges in ensuring consistent irrigation due to factors like variable rainfall and a growing population. To address these concerns, the state government implements various irrigation schemes.

A Look at the Technological Revolution in India's Dairy Industry

24-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world's largest milk producer, is witnessing a silent revolution in its dairy sector. Driven by a growing demand for dairy products and a need for improved efficiency, the industry is embracing a wave of technological advancements.

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.

Mahindra ramps up sale of new Mahindra Arjun 605 DI 4WD V1 tractor eyeing higher demand

25-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Mahindra & Mahindra, the world’s largest tractor company by volume, is gearing up for the increase in sale for higher powered tractors and to cater to the growing demand of the company’s recently introduced Mahindra ARJUN 605 DI MS V1 tractor.

Teakwood: A Golden Opportunity Growing on Indian Farms

21-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Teakwood, revered as the "King of Timber" for its exceptional strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal, is presenting a lucrative opportunity for Indian farmers.

Rallis India commissions new automated 8000 metric tonnes WSF plant in Maharashtra

09-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Rallis India Limited, a Tata enterprise and a leading player in the Indian Agri inputs industry, announces the establishment of a new automatic 8000 metric tons Water-Soluble Fertiliser (WSF) plant in Akola, Maharashtra.

Cultivating Global Plates: Top 10 Organic Produce for Indian Export Success

30-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

The global organic food market is flourishing, driven by a growing awareness of health and environmental concerns. This presents a golden opportunity for Indian farmers to tap into this lucrative market by cultivating organic produce in high demand internationally.

Bamboo Farming in India: The Path to Green Prosperity

26-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

India’s agricultural tapestry is witnessing a sustainable revolution with the rise of bamboo farming. Known as ‘green gold,’ bamboo is not just a plant but a beacon of economic and environmental hope for Indian farmers.

Can Zero Farming Feed the World? Exploring the Promise and Challenges of a Budget-Friendly Technique

23-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

In the face of a growing global population and a strained agricultural sector, innovative farming practices are emerging to address the challenges of sustainability and affordability. Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), a technique popularized by Indian agriculturalist Subhash Palekar, has garnered significant attention for its low-cost approach to food production.

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.

Otipy joins ONDC Network, delivering farm fresh produce within 12 hours of harvest

05-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, the pioneering agritech start-up has joined the ONDC, to make farm fresh fruits and vegetables available to consumers on the ONDC Network. This integration ensures Otipy's catalog is visible on various apps, making it easy to discover and enabling smooth transactions on the growing Network.

Swaraj Tractors bags Golden Peacock Award for Project Pani

22-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

Swaraj Tractors, a rapidly growing tractor brand under the Mahindra Group, has earned a noteworthy distinction by securing the prestigious 'Golden Peacock Award for Corporate Social Responsibility' for the year 2023.

Swaraj revs up production of AI-Powered harvester at new Pithampur plant

21-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

Building on its rich legacy of introducing India’s first indigenously developed harvester, Swaraj Tractors, a division of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., recently launched its next generation Swaraj 8200 Smart Harvester for the Indian farmer.

Matix Fertilisers and Chemicals bags prestigious FAI Award

08-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

Matix Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd, one of India's rapidly growing fertilizer companies, received the prestigious FAI Award at the Fertiliser Association of India's Seminar in New Delhi on December 6, 2023.

The Evolving Landscape of India's Poultry Market: A Glimpse into 2030

23-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

The Indian poultry market has witnessed significant transformations over the years, evolving from a small-scale, backyard industry to one of the largest and fastest-growing sectors in the country's agriculture and food industry.

Harvesting hope: Climate-resilient crops transforming agriculture worldwide

16-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

As our world grapples with the growing impacts of climate change, the future of agriculture is at a crossroads. Rising temperatures, shifting weather patterns, and extreme events are threatening food security worldwide. In response, scientists and farmers are turning to an essential solution: climate-resilient crops. The urgency of climate-resilient crops

CMFRI Proposes Mariculture Parks to Boost Coastal Fish Production

15-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

Explore the ICAR-CMFRI's innovative proposal for mariculture parks to meet growing food demand and improve coastal fish production. Learn how these parks can benefit India's blue economy and ecosystem sustainability.

Drought-resistant wheat: A new hope for Maharashtra's farmers

10-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

Maharashtra is one of the leading wheat-producing states in India, but its farmers are facing a growing challenge: drought. Climate change is making droughts more frequent and severe, and Maharashtra's wheat crop is particularly vulnerable.

Revolutionizing agriculture: The rise of vertical farming"

09-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

In recent years, a groundbreaking innovation in agriculture has been quietly taking root, offering a sustainable and efficient solution to address the growing global demand for fresh produce.

Global agriculture faces challenges and innovations amidst changing climate

07-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

As the world grapples with the impacts of climate change, the agriculture sector is facing unprecedented challenges and innovations to ensure food security for a growing global population.

Pioneering progress in pearl millet: Corteva Agriscience - ICRISAT - ICAR collaboration redefines global food security

05-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

In an era marked by growing global population and climate change concerns, a collaborative research project between Corteva Agriscience, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was undertaken.

Namdhari Seeds unveils cutting-edge greenhouse for plant pathology, elevating Indian agriculture

22-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

Namdhari Seeds Pvt. Ltd. (NSPL), a leading player in the agricultural industry, has taken a significant leap towards elevating Indian agriculture with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art greenhouse facility. This cutting-edge greenhouse, covering an impressive 58,000 square feet, is dedicated to advancing Plant Pathology and Seed Health operations, reinforcing NSPL's commitment to providing world-class agricultural solutions to Indian farmers.

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.

TVS Eurogrip Tyres showcases new range of agricultural radial tyres at Farm Progress Show 2023

02-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

TVS Eurogrip, one of the fastest-growing global brands in 2-wheeler & 3-wheeler tyres, and Off-Highway Tyres, participated in the Farm Progress Show 2023 from 29 to 31 August 2023. 

LDC to expand downstream presence with glycerin refining plant in Indonesia

27-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) announced recently that it will expand its refining complex in Lampung, Indonesia, with the addition of glycerin refining capacity and edible oil packaging capabilities.

Bioprime Agrisolutions unveils plant-associated microbes library in India

07-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bioprime Agrisolutions, a pioneering startup in agricultural biotechnology, is proud to announce the launch of the Bionexus library, a first-of-its-kind and the largest collection of plant-associated microbes in India.

Sistema Bio unveils world's largest biogas plant manufacturing facility in Pune

15-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Sistema Bio, a global social enterprise specializing in innovative biogas technology, today inaugurated the world's largest manufacturing facility for biogas plants in Pune, India.

Tomar inaugurates Integrated Biological Control Laboratory in Hyderabad

04-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar inaugurated the Integrated Biological Control Laboratory (IBC Lab) at the National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM) in Hyderabad recently.

Need for GM Mustard

26-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

India's dependence on the edible oil imports to meet its growing domestic demand has been cause of concern over the years

UPL, Republic of Guyana partners to set up millets model farm

11-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

UPL, a leading provider of Sustainable Agriculture Solutions, announced a collaboration with the Republic of Guyana to establish a 200 acre ‘Millets Model Farm’.  Jai Shroff, Group CEO of UPL group and Zulfikar Mustafa,  Agriculture Minister of the Republic of Guyana, signed an MOU on 21 April, 2023 in Georgetown, Guyana with an aim to assess the adaptation of various millet varieties for growing and consuming in Guyana. 

KFL sights success in indigenous maize crop; first load reaches PSU’s plant

26-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

In a major breakthrough in agricultural practices, Kerala Feeds Limited (KFL) found success in its efforts to grow maize within Kerala as a major ingredient of its key product, as the PSU facilitated the production of five tonnes of the cereal which were brought in to its manufacturing unit from a farm 18 km away.

Bayer organises a national conference to raise awareness on Nematodes among farmers

10-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, recently organised the first-ever national conference on ‘Plant Parasitic Nematodes’ in Bengaluru.

Top 7 important factors luring people towards agriculture

24-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

As demand for global food production is increasing, there has been a growing interest of people looking to move in. 

Absolute along with DigiSafe launches Digifasal, first-of-its-kind insurance for farmers

28-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Absolute, a plant bioscience company in collaboration with DigiSafe has launched India’s first-of-its-kind Do-It-Yourself insurance marketplace – Digifasal.

Dharmaj Crop Guard IPO to open on November 28, sets price band at INR 216 to ₹237 per equity share

24-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited is an agrochemical company engaged in the business of manufacturing, distributing, and marketing of a wide range of agro chemicals such as insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, plant growth regulator, micro fertilizers and antibiotic to the B2C and B2B customers has fixed the price band at INR 216 to INR 237 per Equity Share for its maiden public offer.

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.

Mahindra launches first dedicated farm machinery plant in Pithampur

21-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

 Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Equipment Sector (FES), a part of the Mahindra Group, today formally inaugurated its first dedicated farm machinery plant (non-tractor) in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.

Indian Immunologicals announces its entry into aquaculture health market

25-Oct-2022 - 0 Comments.

Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL) – has forayed into Aquaculture Health Segment with the launch of its products to serve the growing need in farmed shrimp and fish in the country.

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 Organisation’s (FAO) International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) showing support for the work of the Benefit Sharing Fund.

Roeslein Alternative receives a USD 80m grant to create a new climate-smart agriculture value chain

16-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Roeslein Alternative Energy (RAE) announced that it had received USD 80 million in federal funding for a five-year pilot project to create a value chain for climate-smart agriculture where farmers who plant prairie grasses and cover crops are compensated with environmental credits and receive income from renewable energy.

Arya.ag crosses INR 500 crore milestone on its fintech platform

29-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Arya.ag, India’s largest and fastest-growing integrated grain commerce platform, today announced crossing the distinct milestone of reaching the INR 500 crore book outstanding on its embedded fintech platform, Aryadhan.

Corteva help farmers with hybrid millet seeds to increase yield, enhance livelihoods

20-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Observing the “International Year of Millets 2022-23” and to address the demand for adequate food, nutrition, and livelihood security while combating climate change, global agriculture company, Corteva Agriscience is focused on engaging the next generation of farmers through its hybrid millet seeds and modernizing the key agricultural attributes to support them in growing what matters.

Provilac unveils lactose-free cow milk in India

19-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.

Provilac, one of the fastest-growing neo-age premium milk delivery firms in India, announces the launch of lactose-free cow milk.

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.

UP, CHR. Hansen unveils bionutritional for crops

24-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

UPL, a global provider of sustainable agriculture solutions has announced the launch of Zoatin, a new biosolution that effectively facilitates plant uptake and utilisation of phosphorus to improve crop health and yield.

Arya.ag ends FY22 on a record high

16-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

Arya.ag, India’s largest integrated grain commerce platform, concluded FY22 on a formidable and strong note both in terms of volumes as well as end-user uptake to further cement the start-up’s position as India’s largest and fastest growing agritech player.

Bayer sets up a 500 LPM capacity oxygen plant in the sambalpur district of Odisha

30-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition today launched an oxygen plant with 500 LPM capacity, at SDH Rairakhol in Sambalpur district of Odisha, as part of its CSR initiative focussing on strengthening healthcare facilities in rural and underserved parts of India.

Anuvia Plant Nutrients raises USD 65.5m in series D funding led by Riverstone Holdings, Piva Capital

27-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Anuvia Plant Nutrients, a Winter Garden, FL-based company that makes sustainable field-ready fertilisers for the agriculture, turf, and lawncare industries, has raised USD 65.5m in Series D funding.

Union agriculture minister launches integrated hi-tech online portals on export/import of agricultural commodities,pesticides registration

19-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar recently lauched two portals, one for the Computerized Registration of pesticide (CROP) and the other for Plant Quarantine Management System (PQMS).

Indian banana , baby corn get market access in Canada

16-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

The negotiations between National Plant Protection Organisations of India and Canada on market access for Indian Banana and Baby corn resulted in Canadian market access for these commodities.

Best Agrolife gets registration for manufacturing of its proprietary ternary insecticide ronfen

14-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Best Agrolife Limited (BAL), one of the fastest-growing agrochemical company in India, made two major announcements today. On Thursday, the Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee granted the registration for the indigenous manufacturing of the company's much-awaited patented ternary insecticide to BAL u/s 9 (3) in the 437th RC meeting.

Protein Industries Canada plans to grow plant-based food and ingredient ecosystem

11-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Protein Industries Canada recently announced a new project to grow the plant-based foods ecosystem in Atlantic Canada.

India's Organic Fertilizer Market expected to be worth USD 1.13bn by end of 2032

06-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

The Indian organic fertilizer market is anticipated to witness a growth rate of around 7 per cent during the period of 2022 and 2032. Market growth is attributed to the growing popularity and demand for organic farming and gardening.

Ghana receives a USD 60m climate smart agriculture fund from World Bank for smallholder farmers

25-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

World Bank approves USD 60m fund for climate-smart agriculture initiative that preserves soil, water, plant, animal and human health which would affect directly about two million Ghanaian smallholder farmers.

WayCool launches AI powered outgrow app for farmers

05-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing Agri-commerce company, recently launched its next-gen Ai powered ‘Outgrow App’.

WayCool strengthens its team

11-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing agri-commerce company, today announced key leadership appointments. The appointments are in continuation with WayCool’s drive to attract the best global talent.

Dharmaj Crop Guard to raise INR 250 Cr to INR 300 Cr via IPO

29-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Agrochemicals company, Dharmaj Crop Guard Limited, engaged in the business of manufacturing, distributing, and marketing of a wide range of agro chemical formulations such as insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, plant growth regulator, micro fertilizers and antibiotic to the B2C and B2B customers has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) for its initial public offering (IPO).

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.

Scientists now have advance tools for plant breeding, says Ratna Kumria, Director- Biotechnology, Alliance for Agri Innovation

24-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

All living organisms are the reflection of the genes they are born with and genes evolve over generations. The basis of evolution is variation and natural selection of the better variant. Agriculturists have been using this phenomenon for selecting variants with desirable traits in crop plants.

WayCool completes investment into SV Agri, India's leading potato value chain player

20-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing Agri-commerce company, today, announced the completion of its investment in SV Agri (SiddhiVinayak Agri Processing), one of India's largest fully integrated players in the potato supply chain ecosystem. WayCool initiated the process in July 2021 and has completed its investment of USD 7.5 mn in the company.

WayCool Foods raises US $117mn in Series D round of funding from World Bank, Gawa Capital

15-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing Agri-commerce company, has raised USD 117 million in their Series D round which saw participation from new and existing investors such as - LightRock, LightBox, FMO, Lightsmith, World Bank Group’s- IFC, Redwood Equity Partners and Gawa Capital. WayCool Foods will use the fresh capital to accelerate and leverage deep tech and automation to enhance its efficiency multi-fold.

Nouriture rope in actor Pankaj Tripathi as brand ambassador for cattle feed

14-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Anmol Feeds which is a well known name in the livestock feed industry has recently launched its products under the umbrella brand Nouriture to meet the growing challenge of quality livestock feeds in the market.

Europe's Impact fund Huruma invests $11.6 MN in WayCool Foods

10-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Europe's leading impact investing fund, Huruma, managed by GAWA Capital, announced its investment of $11.6 million in India's largest and fastest growing agri-commerce company – WayCool Foods.

Modi Naturals forays into ethanol manufacturing, plans to invest INR 250 Cr

26-Dec-2021 - 0 Comments.

In line with the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi’s vision & roadmap for the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) program with a target of 20 percent blending by 2025, Modi Naturals Limited has decided to establish an Ethanol Plant in the state of Chhattisgarh.

Otipy to procure 10,000 tonnes of fruits and vegetables in 2022 from Haryana based FPOs

15-Dec-2021 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, India’s fastest growing community group buying startup for fresh fruits and vegetables has announced partnership with Haryana government to procure 10,000 tonnes of fresh produce in 2022, from Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs).

Amit Shah inaugurates Amul's milk powder, butter plants worth INR 415 Cr in Gandhinagar

30-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

India's Home and Co-operation minister Amit Shah has recently inaugurated AmulFed Dairy's new milk powder factory, butter manufacturing plant, poly film manufacturing plant, and an automated warehousing facility worth INR 415 crore in Gandhinagar.

The growing popularity of exotic fruits, vegetables in Indian market

18-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Indians have been enjoying exotic mushrooms, tangy kiwis, green olives, fresh broccoli, dragon fruit and many other items. These items have been gaining popularity in recent times among urban population and gourmet hotels, eateries.

Thai Union Feedmill chalks our plant to lead aquaculture, commercial animal feed sector

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Thai Union Feedmill PCL (SET: TFM), a manufacturer and distributor of aquaculture and commercial animal feeds, is confident of positive investor response following the company's listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) recently.

North Eastern states will become oil palm hub of the country, says Tomar

20-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

Keeping in view the vision of the Prime minister for holistic and balanced progress of North East, the conference began under the chairmanship of the Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar with the watering of the oil palm plant and showcasing of a film on oil palm plantation.

SettleMint India concludes pilot project with ITC Agri Business

18-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Indian arm of one of the fastest-growing global blockchain technology giants, Belgium-based SettleMint has announced the culmination of a pilot project with ITC Agri Business.

Tata-Cornell Institute launches hub for FPOs to empower small farmers in India

09-Sep-2021 - 0 Comments.

In an effort to empower India’s 125 million smallholder farms to take advantage of growing opportunities in the agricultural sector, the Tata-Cornell Institute (TCI) for Agriculture and Nutrition launched a Hub for Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) within its Center of Excellence in New Delhi.

Plant Protein Innovator Proeon raises INR 17.5 Crores in seed round

07-Sep-2021 - 0 Comments.

Committed to building a sustainable and environment friendly food ecosystem, Pune based food ingredient start-up Proeon, has recently raised INR 17.5 Crores as seed capital.

Agri Minister inaugurated refurbished gene bank at National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources

19-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar inaugurated the world's second-largest refurbished state-of-the-art National Gene Bank at the National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR), Pusa, New Delhi.

Corteva uses science based sustainable solutions to support rice growers against brown plant-hoppers

13-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Corteva Agriscience, the global agriculture company, uses science-based solutions to proactively manage brown plant hoppers (BPH) menace in paddy farming.

Israeli Innovation Authority backs Seedo subsidiary for growing saffron using vertical farming technology

10-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Seedo Corp's subsidiary (saffron-tech.ag) has been awarded a USD $1,000,000 grant from the Israeli Innovation Authority. The new grant will allow the AgTech company to accelerate its R&D program building on its groundbreaking development of the protocols for growing saffron using vertical farming technology.

Agri Minister lays foundation stone of plant authority building

23-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar laid the foundation stone of the Plant Authority building at Pusa, New Delhi.

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.

UPL launches new natural plant protection business unit

28-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

UPL Ltd (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070) crop protection company leading in sustainable agriculture products and solutions has announced that it has launched a new business unit under the name of ‘NPP’ – Natural Plant Protection.

CCI approves acquisition of Zuari Agro Chemicals Goa plant by Paradeep Phosphates

25-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of the Zuarinagar plant of Zuari Agro Chemicals Limited by Paradeep Phosphates Limited.

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.

Central Tuber Crops Research Institute secures patent for organic pesticide developed from tapioca leaves

18-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The ICAR - Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) in Srekariyam has obtained a patent for an organic pesticide developed from the leaves of the tapioca plant.

Aragen inks multi-year partnership with FMC Corporation, to accelerate agro-chemical pipeline

15-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Aragen Life Sciences (formerly, GVK BIO), a leading Contract Research and Development Organization (CRDO) has announced a strategic partnership with FMC Corporation, a global leader in innovative agricultural science, that provides solutions towards crop protection, plant health, and professional pest and turf management.

RFCL gets cabinet approval to revive neem coated urea plant

10-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the proposal of the Department of Fertilizers for extension of the applicability of New Investment Policy (NIP)-2012 read with its amendment dated 7 Oct 2014 for the Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (RFCL).

NMPB and CSIR-NBRI sign MoU to promote cultivation, production of medicinal plants

06-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The National Medicinal Plant Board (NMPS) and the National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI) signed an MoU for extending joint collaborative efforts to boost the cultivation and production of medicinal plants and herbs in India.

India, Israel sign three year work program to create agriculture model ecosystem

25-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Taking forward the ever-growing partnership in agriculture between Israel and India, the two governments have agreed to enhance their cooperation in agriculture and signed a three-year work program agreement for development in Agriculture cooperation, while affirming the ever-growing bilateral partnership and recognizing the centrality of agriculture and water sectors in the bilateral relationship.

Yuktix launches early warning system for plant diseases in Karnataka

11-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.

Yuktix a provider of data intelligence tools for agriculture has launched its plant disease forecast platform, Yuktix GidaBits for the farmers in Karnataka state.

Clover goes D2C with the launch of new brand Deep Rooted.Co

25-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

One of the fastest-growing agri-tech start-ups, Clover launched its direct-to-consumer brand "Deep Rooted.Co" with a consumer app available as “Deep Rooted" on the Andriod and iOS platform.

New ruminant meta-analysis from Alltech addresses protein challenges, carbon footprint and profitability

18-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

The tightening of global protein supplies is creating uncertainty for producers and the feed industry alike as to where this year’s protein supply will come from. Add to that the ever-increasing pressure on producers to meet the growing global demand for milk and meat while also reducing their environmental impact and remaining financially viable.

SIETZ inaugurates manufacturing plant for SOILTECH brand agricultural implements

30-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.

SIETZ technologies India Pvt Ltd, today commenced operations at its newly upgraded manufacturing plant at Prithla Industrial Area in Haryana expanding its capacity to manufacture wider range of its farm implement portfolio under SOILTECH brand.

Sonalika launches India's first field ready electric tractor

31-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Unleashing a new era of agri innovation, Sonalika, India’s fastest growing tractor brand and exporter to over 130 countries has unveiled India’s first field-ready electric tractor named Tiger Electric.

Govt relaxes conditions for onions imports to counter high market prices

19-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

In the light of public concern over high prices of onion in the market, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has decided to extend the relaxation from the condition of fumigation and additional declaration on Phytosanitary Certificate as per the Plant Quarantine Order, 2003, for imports up to 31 January 2021. The relaxation will be subject to certain conditions.

Trouw Nutrition opens animal feed plant in India

16-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Trouw Nutrition, the animal nutrition division of Dutch global company Nutreco has opened its technologically advanced, first-of-a-kind greenfield project in Jadcherla (Hyderabad), India.

Mahindra’s tractor plant at Zaheerabad in Telangana to be hub for new K2 tractor series

17-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.’s Farm Equipment Sector (FES), a part of the Mahindra Group has today announced that it will manufacture a new tractor series called the K2, exclusively at the company’s tractor manufacturing facility at Zaheerabad in the state of Telangana.

Assam CM lays foundation of the first Indo-Israeli Centre of Excellence for Vegetables

02-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

Taking forward the ever-growing partnership in agriculture between Israel and India, Ambassador of Israel in India, Dr. Ron Malka visited Assam and together with Chief Minister of Assam Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation of the first Indo-Israeli Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Vegetables in the state today.

Gene editing as the next-gen plant breeding tool for breeders

18-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

The basis of plant breeding is the availability of trait variation and diversity in different crops, that can be brought together into a variety or hybrid with multiple superior qualities or characteristics.

Cargill opens new cattle supplement plant Maharashtra with an investment of INR 122 cr

09-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

In order to address milk productivity in cattle’s across India, Cargill has opened a high-pressure hydrogenation plant in Kurkumbh, Maharashtra to manufacture superior bypass fat, a health and nutrition supplement for dairy cattle.

LPU’s agriculture student bags biggest scholarship worth INR 1.3 crore from Australian National University

24-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

In a first for agriculture education in India, Sumant Bindal, an M.Sc. Agriculture (Genetics & Plant Breeding) student of Lovely Professional University (LPU), has bagged a fully-paid scholarship worth INR 1.3 crore from Australian National University (ANU).

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.

National Medicinal Plants Board sign MoU with ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources

07-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under Ministry of AYUSH has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) under Department of Agricultural Research and Education on 6 July 2020.

Sadananda Gowda reviews progress of Talcher Fertilizers project

24-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of chemicals and fertilizers DV Sadananda Gowda took stock of the progress of Talcher Fertilisers Limited (TFL). The plant is developing a urea unit of 12.7 lakh metric tonnes per annum capacity at Talcher, Odisha.

Usage of drip irrigation, sprinkler in India meagre, says Ambuja Cement Foundation CEO

16-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

With growing population and usage of water increasing in agriculture, time has come to smartly use water for increasing food production, feed growing population in the country as well feed other countries that cannot produce much to feed its population.

Indian researchers find a new possibility to improve rice productivity

27-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

In a new study, researchers from the Department of Biotechnology’s National Institute of Plant Genome Research (DBT-NIPGR), ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (ICAR-NRRI), Cuttack and University of Delhi South Campus (UDSC), have identified a region in the genome of rice, which seems to have the potential for improving productivity.

South Asian AgTech Hub for Innovation releases report on Impact of COVID 19 on Indian Agribusinesses

17-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Considering the growing concerns and uncertainty around the COVID 19 pandemic, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in partnership with South Asian AgTech Hub for Innovation (SAATHI) and Dalberg Advisors hosted an Online Roundtable to discuss the “Impact of COVID-19 on Indian Agribusinesses and Cross-Border Trade” on 10 April 2020.

ICRISAT scientist says 5Gs of genomics vital to accelerate crop breeding

12-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Genomics-assisted crop breeding technology can help advance crop improvement at an accelerated pace to ensure food security for a growing population and changing climate.

Dr Jacqueline d’Arros Hughes appointed ICRISAT director general

30-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Dr Jacqueline d’Arros Hughes, a well-known plant health expert and leader in international agricultural research, took charge as Director General at ICRISAT

Manipur farmer growing vegetables using corrugated galvanized sheets

11-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

The vegetables seeds mostly are small in size. They are first sown in the nursery beds for better care and then transplanted in the fields

Sonalika Tractors sells 100,000 tractor during 2019-20 fiscal year

06-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

India’s fastest growing tractor company, Sonalika Tractors has aanounced that it sales of tractors has crossed 100,000 for the financial year ended 31 March 2020

KEENAN showcases the latest innovations at international agricultural machinery trade show, AgriTechnica

10-Nov-2019 - 0 Comments.

Inspired by the growing need to protect the finite resources of our planet, and by Alltech’s Planet of PlentyTM vision, KEENAN has focussed its R&D team on “Green” sustainability-related projects

Anmol Feeds sets up livestock feed unit in Jammu

26-Aug-2019 - 0 Comments.

Looking at the immense opportunity for animal feed in Jammu & Kashmir, West Bengal based feed manufacturer, Anmol Feeds has set up a new 70,000 tonnes per annum feed plant

International Tractors launches Tiger series tractor models

12-Jul-2019 - 0 Comments.

India’s one of the fastest growing tractor brand, International Tractors Limited which has built the largest integrated tractor manufacturing plant launched Tiger Series – Next Generation Technology Tractors, Designed in Europe

DuPont Nutrition launches plant-based sausages, burger patties

21-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences announces the debut of naturally sourced GRINDSTED PLANT-TEX egg white replacement system for plant-based meat alternatives, suitable for anyone wanting to reduce their consumption of meat, and able to obtain a vegan claim.

Pune based Mittal Happy Cows Dairy Farms partners dairy tech start-up Mr Milkman

03-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

Mittal Happy Cows Dairy Farms, one of the fastest growing dairy farms in Pune, has partnered with Delhi based Dairy tech start-up, Mr. Milkman to launch a co-branded application – ‘Mr Milk’, to deliver premium quality, un-adulterated A2 Milk

Himalayan Creamery partners Mr. Milkman for launching milk subscription, delivery service

20-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.

Himalayan Creamery, one of the fastest growing dairy farms in Punjab has partnered with Delhi based Dairy tech startup, Mr. Milkman to launch co-branded application for milk Subscription and delivery service in Punjab

Escorts-Kubota JV to make tractors in Faridabad

13-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.

Escorts and Kubota Corporation laid the foundation stone for Escorts Kubota India’s manufacturing plant on Escorts land in Faridabad. Marking the formal beginning of the project, the ceremony was attended by the management teams of both companies.

CLFMA make representations to finance ministry before Union Budget - 2019-20, emphasis on Make in India

31-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.

The Compound Livestock Feed Manufacturers Association of India (CLFMA) represents the manufacturers of nutritionally balanced and scientifically produced compound feeds for cattle, poultry, fish, prawns and other animals that is catering to the fast-growing animal protein needs in the country

Bayer outlines its vision for the future of agriculture

10-Oct-2018 - 0 Comments.

Joined by farming stakeholders, academia, NGOs and industry experts from around the globe, Bayer outlined its vision for the future of agriculture today, reaffirming its commitment to innovation, sustainability and digital transformation to help ensure the world’s rapidly growing population can be fed without starving the planet

Feed security is as important for Indian food security, says CLFMA chief

26-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.

Ensuring feed raw materials are available at affordable prices at consistent quality year-round is absolutely critical for matching the growing feed demand in India

Cargill opens first dedicated fish feed plant in India

01-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.

Fish farmers in India have increased access to high-quality feed this year, as Cargill opens its first feed mill dedicated to fish species in the country

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 India’s 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.

IISS: India to make a plan for doubling marine products exports in next 3 months

27-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.

Seafood sector being a very important industry growing in a double digit has caught attention of India commerce ministry.

Waste Decomposer for the Development of Organic Farming

24-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.

NCOF launched waste decomposer culture in 2015 which is proving as miracle all over the country. It is used for quick composting from organic waste, soil health improvement and as plant protection agent. It is a consortium of micro organism extracted from desi cow dung

New label-friendly stabilizer supports natural, healthy image of plant-based beverages

07-Jun-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health (DuPont) announces that it has made it easier for beverage manufacturers to produce stable soy, almond and other plant-based drinks with a refreshing texture and a clean label.

Indian Council of Forestry Research develop high-yielding plant species varieties

27-Feb-2017 - 0 Comments.

Three institutes of Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), Dehradun, have developed 20 high-yielding varieties of plant species

India produced $14.60 BN worth of fish during 2015-16, says Agri minister

With growing aquaculture activities across the coastal region, India has produced an estimated $14.90 billion (Rs 100,000 lakh crore) value of fish production during 2015-16 financial year

Phytogenic feed additives in the spotlight at EuroTier 2016

25-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

Plant-based feed additives have been proven safe and effective to enhance animal production while meeting consumer demands.

India's milk availability to go up 500 gram per day by 2022, says Singh

15-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.

With growing demand for milk in the country, milk production has grown by 6.7 per cent during 2015-16, Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh said

Huge scope for drip irrigation in India, as only 7 MN ha land covered, against 69 MN ha, says IAI chief

28-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

With growing focus on India government on 'per drop more crop' promote farming through optimum utilization of water across the country, Agriculture Times (AgriTimes) spoke with Irrigation Association of India (IAI) president and managing director of Premier Irrigation Adritec Pvt Ltd, Shrikant Goenka on their association, as well as his organization he represent is helping farmers to achieve this goal.

Kribhco to set up fertilizer plant with Morocco firm

22-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

India’s fertiliser co-operative, Kribhco has announced that they are entering into a 50:50 joint venture to develop a large-scale greenfield NPK fertilizer plant in Krishnapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Freshman Valley initiate CSR in Bahjoi

14-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Understanding its responsibility towards the society, Uttar Pradesh based dairy plant, Freshmen Valley has organized CSR activity near its plant in Bahjoi, Sambhal district.

India needs to triple egg availability to 180 per person

14-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

With demand for nutrition food rising with growing population and rising income, India should have an availability of 180 eggs per person, as against the current 63 per person per annum.

Traditional, organic farming answer for sustainable agriculture, says Singh

13-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

To fight growing climate change, India will focus on traditional and organic farming, Indian agriculture minister, Radha Mohan Singh said recently.

Cargill opens cattle feed plant in India

07-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

US based global food giant, Cargill has announced that it has opened a new cattle feed plant in Bathinda, Punjab.

Creamline Dairy setting up new dairy plant in Vishakapatnam

05-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to expand its reach across India, Creamline Dairy, a subsidiary of Godrej Agrovet is setting up new dairy plant in Vishakapatnam.

India sign long term pact for pulses import with Mozambique

07-Jul-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to meet growing pulses demand and control prices, India has singed a long term pact with African nation, Mozaqmbique for pulses imports.