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Amrit Krishi meet highlights AI’s role in boosting farm productivity
09-Dec-2025 - 0 Comments.
Prosus–MeitY roundtable in New Delhi underscores AI’s potential to raise farm productivity, cut emissions, and create new rural jobs across India.
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CM Conrad Sangma closes Northeast Organic Week, launches key initiatives
09-Dec-2025 - 0 Comments.
CM Conrad Sangma concludes Northeast India Organic Week in Shillong; launches Organic Compendium and MEGNOLIA website, highlights Meghalaya’s organic and women-led rural growth.
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NABARD, IAMAI launch Earth Summit 2025-26 to boost rural innovation across India
17-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Three-city conference series to spotlight farmer collectives, women entrepreneurs, climate solutions, and digital rural transformation.
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NABARD, CEEW partner to boost climate-resilient rural livelihoods
11-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
NABARD and CEEW sign MoU to promote climate-resilient agriculture, green finance, and sustainable livelihoods across India’s rural economy.
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Flipkart joins Agriculture Ministry to empower FPOs at Samagam 2025
11-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Flipkart collaborates with the Agriculture Ministry to train Farmer-Producer Organisations (FPOs) in digital marketing and e-commerce at FPO Samagam 2025, promoting rural entrepreneurship and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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Amul ranked world’s No. 1 cooperative by ICA World Cooperative Monitor 2025
11-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Amul tops the ICA World Cooperative Monitor 2025 rankings, recognized as the world’s No. 1 cooperative for empowering farmers and driving sustainable rural growth through its inclusive model.
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PM Modi launches Dhan-Dhaanya Yojana, Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission
28-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.
Historic INR 42,000 crore investment unveiled to boost agriculture, FPOs, animal husbandry, fisheries, and rural innovation.
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PM Modi inaugurates Mahindra Tractors Skill Development Centre in Gadchiroli
11-Oct-2025 - 0 Comments.
PM Shri Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Mahindra Tractor’s Skill Development Centre in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, empowering rural youth with industry-ready skills and employment opportunities.
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Hatsun Agro welcomes GST reform in dairy sector
10-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.
Hatsun Agro Product Limited has welcomed the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms in the dairy sector, describing them as a significant step towards affordability, rural empowerment, and industry formalisation.
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CLFMA charts bold agri-export roadmap at 58th AGM in Hyderabad
26-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
CLFMA of India sets strong agri-export agenda at its 58th AGM & 66th National Symposium in Hyderabad, highlighting rural livelihoods, global trade, and policy reforms.
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BASF Kids’ Lab brings hands-on chemistry, climate lessons to Nashik
26-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
BASF Kids’ Lab reaches 2,300+ children in Nashik with hands-on chemistry and climate education, empowering rural and tribal students to become future innovators.
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Hybrid mustard boosts yields, incomes, and rural prosperity
18-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
Hybrid mustard is driving higher yields, better oil content, and stronger incomes for farmers in Rajasthan, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.
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Farmer welfare schemes boost MSP earnings, crop insurance, and credit
13-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
India’s MSP hikes, PM-KISAN, PMFBY, KCC, and AIF drive rural prosperity and resilience.
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Namo Drone Didi scheme boosts income, tech adoption among rural women SHGs
11-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
Govt’s INR 1,261 cr Namo Drone Didi scheme empowers women SHGs with agri drones, improving farm efficiency and rural incomes.
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On Mustard Day, hybrid seeds shine for rural prosperity
02-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
On National Mustard Day, India celebrates hybrid mustard’s role in boosting farm incomes, oilseed productivity, and climate resilience in rural regions.
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Mahindra’s tractor sales rise 5% to 26,990 units in July 2025
02-Aug-2025 - 0 Comments.
Mahindra & Mahindra's Farm Equipment Business posted a 5% YoY rise in domestic tractor sales in July 2025, driven by strong rural demand and monsoon support.
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Meghalaya hosts national summit to empower rural tribal enterprises under PMJVM
28-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
The Government of Meghalaya, through the Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (MBMA) under the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, hosted the Summit for Rural Empowerment: Leveraging Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) at the State Convention Centre in Shillong on Friday.
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Agriculture college to boost Arunachal’s rural, education growth
19-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Minister Mama Natung says Government Agriculture College in Watte will enhance agri-education and development in East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh.
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FAO urges Asia, Africa to embrace innovation, branding in farming
16-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
FAO urges Africa and Asia to embrace innovation and product branding to transform agrifood systems and promote sustainable rural livelihoods.
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Govt to train 10 lakh citizens in AI, prioritise rural entrepreneurs
16-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
To mark 10 years of Digital India, the govt will train 10 lakh citizens in AI, prioritising CSC's village-level entrepreneurs in rural empowerment push.
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NABARD unveils rural innovations on 44th Foundation Day
13-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
NABARD celebrates 44th Foundation Day with new rural finance tech, Leh office, GRIP program, and vision for inclusive growth and sustainability.
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NABARD check dam revives farming in Udhampur’s Channi-Mansar
11-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
NABARD-funded check dam in Udhampur’s Channi-Mansar Panchayat brings water security, revives agriculture, and boosts rural livelihoods.
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PNB to hold mega agri outreach on July 11 to empower farmers
10-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Punjab National Bank to host a Mega Agriculture Outreach Programme on July 11, 2025, to boost rural credit and financial inclusion for farmers and SHGs.
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Odisha becomes third state in India to launch state agroforestry policy
09-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Odisha becomes the third Indian state to adopt a State Agroforestry Policy, boosting green cover, sustainability, and climate action for rural communities.
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Centre clears superfood hubs, crop support for Uttarakhand
09-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Centre approves Uttarakhand’s proposals for millet promotion, dragon fruit, superfood hubs, crop protection and rural infrastructure upgrades.
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Wangsu seeks kiwi institute, ITI-model agri-schools at ICAR meet
08-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
At ICAR’s 96th AGM, Arunachal’s Agri Minister Wangsu proposes kiwi research centre, agri-tech schools, and organic university to boost rural youth skills.
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Mahindra unveils mLIFT-enabled XP Plus tractors for Rajasthan farms
08-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Mahindra launches new mLIFT hydraulic tractor range tailored for Rajasthan farming, featuring advanced precision tech and 6-year warranty for rural users.
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SBI: Pulses, cereals use down 5% as spending shifts
05-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
SBI report shows Indians’ cereal and pulses consumption fell by over 5% as rural and urban spending patterns shifted towards non-food items over 12 years.
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SOMS 2025 spotlights agri entrepreneurship, rural journalism as catalysts for growth
04-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
SOMS 2025 in Gandhinagar showcased agri entrepreneurship and rural journalism as growth drivers. The event highlighted innovation, student research, and policy reforms for a sustainable, self-reliant agriculture sector.
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Kalimpong turns to aquaponics to battle water crisis
04-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Kalimpong promotes aquaponics to conserve water, grow fish and organic crops, boosting rural livelihoods and nutrition with this sustainable farming method.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews major agri development plans for J&K
04-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews key agriculture and rural development initiatives in Jammu & Kashmir, including clean plant centers, saffron labs, and infrastructure projects.
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Mahindra Tractor sales surge 13% in June 2025
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Mahindra’s Farm Equipment Business sells 51,769 tractors in India in June 2025, posting 13% growth on strong rural demand and positive monsoon trends.
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Swaraj Tractors bags Rajasthan Bhamashah Award
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Swaraj Division honored with Rajasthan’s Bhamashah Award for water, education, and community development in rural Jodhpur.
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Escorts Kubota tractor sales up 2.2% in June 2025
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Escorts Kubota posts 2.2% rise in June tractor sales to 11,498 units, with exports up 114%, backed by improved rural sentiment and strong monsoon forecast.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s J&K start from July 3
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Union Agri Minister Chouhan to visit J&K July 3–4 for high-level meets, SKUAST convocation, farm field visits, and rural women empowerment dialogues.
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Sweet corn cultivation grows in Maharashtra
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Farmers in Maharashtra turn to sweet corn, earning higher profits as demand surges and traders buy directly from their fields, boosting rural incomes.
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NDDB to run 3 UP dairy plants, Yogi backs rural gains
01-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inks MoU with NDDB to manage 3 dairy plants, boosting farmers’ incomes, rural economy, and milk quality across Uttar Pradesh.
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Hemp Farming Revives Uttarakhand’s Hill Agriculture
30-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Uttarakhand’s legal hemp farming is transforming rural livelihoods, boosting incomes, and driving sustainable agriculture in India’s Himalayan region.
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SAIL trains Chhattisgarh farmers in millet cultivation
30-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
SAIL's Bhilai Steel Plant starts millet training in Chhattisgarh's Rowghat region to boost rural income, sustainability, and self-employment through CSR.
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Pangi Valley set for Himachal’s 1st natural farm zone
27-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Pangi Valley to become Himachal’s first natural farming subdivision with record MSPs, boosting rural economy and promoting chemical-free sustainable agriculture.
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Ethorka to set up ₹150 Cr ethanol plant in Varanasi
26-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Ethorka to build ₹150 crore ethanol plant in Varanasi, boosting green fuel goals and rural economy. 120 KLPD capacity, zero liquid discharge by mid-2026.
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India to invest INR 115 Cr on International Potato Centre in Agra
25-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Cabinet clears INR 111.5 Cr Potato Centre in Agra to boost yields, incomes, and rural jobs with global R&D, training, and climate-smart farming practices.
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Indian farmers are leading a rural income revolution
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
From Drone Didis to natural farming, Indian farmers are driving a quiet revolution—boosting rural incomes, conserving water, and embracing agri-tech.
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ILO, PAACLA honour firms fighting child labour in farming
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
ILO and PAACLA recognize seven agricultural firms and GAPKI for initiatives to combat child labour in rural farming at Jakarta event.
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Wangsu: Farming key to sustainable rural livelihoods
23-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Agri Minister Gabriel D Wangsu urges Longding farmers to adopt scientific farming for sustainable income, as Arunachal boosts horticulture support.
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Two-thirds of rural Nagaland households farm: NSS Data
23-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
66.25% of rural households in Nagaland depend on agriculture, with small landholdings and jhum cultivation still prevalent, shows NSS 77th Round Survey.
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Pradhan seeks four agri colleges in Sambalpur, Odisha
20-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Dharmendra Pradhan urges Odisha CM to set up four agriculture-related institutes in Sambalpur to boost rural development and skill-building.
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World Bank backs ₹833 Cr rural agri boost in Jharkhand
16-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
The World Bank-funded JOHAR project transforms Jharkhand’s rural economy, boosting incomes for over 2 lakh women-led farm households.
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The silent revolution: Agri entrepreneurs transforming farm income
09-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Meet the heroes behind India’s horticulture revolution—agri-entrepreneurs and farmers transforming rural livelihoods through innovation, sustainable practices, and high-tech farming solutions.
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Only 20.7% households fully rely on agriculture
02-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
A new report reveals that most Indian farm households rely on non-farm income, urging a rethink of rural development and agri reforms.
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Amit Shah urges loan expansion to PACS under Agri Infra Fund
02-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Amit Shah calls for expanding loan access to PACS under AIF to boost rural infrastructure, food grain storage, and employment in India.
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UP sees surge in livestock, fisheries, and forestry output
02-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Uttar Pradesh's livestock, fisheries, and forestry sectors reported sharp growth in FY24, strengthening rural livelihoods and contributing significantly to GSDP.
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India, Nepal begin work on agriculture hub in Bajura
31-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
India and Nepal laid the foundation for a grain storage and distribution centre in Sudurpashchim, aiding food security and rural development in Bajura.
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Haryana pushes shrimp farming in waterlogged lands
29-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a major policy move to utilize unproductive land and boost rural livelihoods, Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana has called for the promotion of shrimp farming in waterlogged and saline-affected areas of the state.
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IMD predicts 106% of average rainfall; crop output set to rise
27-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
India is poised for a stronger-than-usual Southwest Monsoon in 2025, bringing a wave of optimism for farmers and rural communities. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday forecast above-normal rainfall between June and September, predicting 106% of the Long Period Average (LPA) with a margin of error of ±4%.
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Meghalaya CM launches ₹516 Cr climate water project in Garo Hills
27-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a major push towards sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and rural development, Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma recently launched the ₹516 crore Climate-Adaptive Community-Based Water Harvesting Project (CACbWHP) in North Garo Hills.
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Copeland, Ecozen launch solar cold storage for Indian farms
22-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a significant move to enhance India's agricultural infrastructure, Copeland, a global leader in sustainable heating and cooling technologies, has partnered with agritech startup Ecozen to deploy solar-powered cold storage systems across rural India.
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RBI’s CBDC pilots help landless farmers access agri loans
17-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a landmark move aimed at bridging the credit access gap for landless cultivators, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), in collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of India (SBI), has initiated pilot projects leveraging Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) to extend the benefits of Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) to tenant farmers.
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Chouhan inaugurates vet college block, declare INR 388 cr to Nagaland agri
17-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, inaugurated the new Administrative-cum-Academic Block of the College of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), located in Jalukie, Nagaland.
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Agri-credit likely to rise 9% in FY26, setting new record
14-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
Agricultural credit is poised to reach new heights in FY26, with commercial banks and regional rural banks expected to extend over Rs 31.5 lakh crore in loans to the sector.
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IIT Kharagpur study sounds alarm on Ozone pollution impacting rural India, threatening crop yields
18-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
A concerning study by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has revealed the significant detrimental effects of surface ozone pollution on India's major food crops, particularly across the fertile Indo-Gangetic Plain and central India.
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Dharmendra Pradhan unveils agri-initiatives to boost rural economy in Sambalpur
14-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched a series of forward-looking agricultural initiatives in Odisha’s Sambalpur district on Sunday, aimed at revitalizing the rural economy and empowering smallholder farmers through climate-smart and market-driven practices.
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AP Cooperative Bank Employees’ body seeks INR 2.5 lakh crore for agriculture, rural infrastructure
14-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
At the diamond jubilee celebrations of the Andhra Pradesh Cooperative Central Banks Employees Association (APCCBEA), held in the city recently, leaders made a strong pitch for reforms in the cooperative banking sector and urged the Union and State governments to allocate ₹2.5 lakh crore towards strengthening agricultural and rural infrastructure.
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India Champions Regional Agri-Cooperation at BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting in Kathmandu
14-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
Indian Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led the Indian delegation at the 3rd BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (BAMM) held in Kathmandu recently.
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Top 10 Indian Chicken Breeds Shaping the Poultry Sector
08-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
India's rich tapestry of indigenous chicken breeds reflects its diverse cultural and ecological landscapes. These breeds are integral to rural livelihoods, traditional cuisines, and hold significant economic potential.
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India's $400B Agri-Revolution: 6 Investment Hotspots to Watch
24-Feb-2025 - 0 Comments.
The Union Budget 2025 signaled a major push for India's agricultural sector, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlining a vision of modernization, sustainability, and rural prosperity.
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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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Revolutionizing Indian Agriculture: Blockchain, IoT and AI pave the way to a Viksit Bharat 2047
25-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.
The "Agriculture and Rural Communication Summit 2024", held recently at Pride Plaza Hotel, Aerocity, New Delhi, brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss transformative strategies for sustainable agriculture and rural development.
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Labor Shortages in Agriculture: Exploring Automation and Skill Development
17-Sep-2024 - 0 Comments.
Labor shortages in agriculture are becoming increasingly prevalent as rural-to-urban migration, changing demographics, and economic shifts impact the availability of farm workers.
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Agriculture & allied sectors get INR 152,000 crore in 2024-25 Budget, says Chouhan
23-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.
Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on the budget allocated for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development that the budget presented today is the budget of Amrit Kaal of India.
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NABARD announces Agri SURE fund of INR 750 Cr in Mumbai
15-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) held a prelaunch stakeholder meet to announce the ‘Agri-SURE’ fund, an Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises.
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Meghalaya recognizes best performing young farmers with awards, seed-money
23-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, through the office of the Principal, Basic Agriculture Training Centre, awarded the achievements of 8 Best Performing candidates from different districts a cash prize of INR 50000 each to support their venture under the visionary programme titled, ‘The Training of Rural Educated Youth for Self-Employment on Farm-Based Activities’ (TREYSEFA)’.
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NDDB, TERI and SRDI inks MoU to improve rural livelihoods
20-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the Suzuki R&D Center India Pvt. Ltd (SRDI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collectively advance initiatives in renewable energy, circular economy, rural development and waste management.
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Top Tractors Under 40 HP Powering Rural India
22-May-2024 - 0 Comments.
In the vast tapestry of Indian agriculture, small farms play a crucial role. These holdings, often less than 2 hectares, contribute significantly to the nation's food security.
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NABARD Issues Statement to Dispel Misinformation Regarding ‘Dairy Loan Yojana’
17-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) issues a statement to address the recent misinformation circulating about the NABARD Dairy Loan Yojana.
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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 ‘Better School Program’ 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 ‘Better School Program’ 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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All Villages to Have Access to Agricultural Credit by 2027, Announces Cooperation Minister
10-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
In a move to boost rural development and empower farmers, Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announced the government's ambitious plan to establish Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) in every village across India by 2027.
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Agriculture ministry unveils initiatives to empower farmers and improve soil health
07-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Union Ministers for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development jointly launched four key initiatives aimed at empowering farmers and improving soil health in India.
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Rozana, rural commerce startup gets US $22.5 MN from Bertelsmann India Investments, Fireside Ventures
06-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.
Rozana, a rural commerce startup announced its latest funding round of USD 22.5 Mn. The round was led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII) with participation from Fireside Ventures and existing investors. Rozana's mission is to leverage tech and data science to cater to unique local demands of 1 billion Indians outside the scope of online commerce.
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NABARD, National Rural Livelihood Mission MoU to benefit women SHGs
28-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
Marking a strategic alliance to benefit rural women SHGs, NABARD and the National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM) under the Ministry of Rural Development, GoI inked a landmark MoU on 27 February 2024 in NABARD’s Head Office, Mumbai.
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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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Climate hope grows: NABARD and ADB team up to shield Indian farms, rural communities
21-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
In a major win for India's climate resilience, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have joined forces to safeguard the country's agriculture, natural resources, and rural development sectors.
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UNDP India partners with NABARD to boost data-driven innovations in agriculture
12-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-create data-driven innovations in agriculture and food systems to support smallholder farmers.
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Australian agricultural exports reach new highs during 2022-23
12-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
Rural Bank’s Australian Agricultural Exports Report 2022/23 has found that export values reached a record high in 2022/23, driven by the 2022 winter crop.
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NABARD emphasises on agri-fintech innovations for taking rural and agri-economy forward
11-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) took center stage at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF), held from September 5th to September 7th, 2023 in Mumbai. NABARD highlighted its ground-breaking work to integrate digital financial services with rural and agri-economy.
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NABARD celebrates ideas for a sustainable agri-landscape with the National AgriFunds Hackathon 2023
08-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) organised a month-long hackathon to stimulate young minds to develop innovative solutions for financial inclusion in rural areas.
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Assam signs MoU with Caspian Impact Investment Adviser to launch an SME Investment Fund for agricultural growth
27-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Government of Assam, through the Assam Rural Infrastructure and Agricultural Services (ARIAS) Society, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Caspian Impact Investment Adviser (Caspian Equity) to establish an investment fund aimed at enhancing agricultural growth and employment opportunities in the state.
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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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Bayer, Rabo Partnerships and Mastercard join hands to accelerate the financial digitization among smallholder farmers
11-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
To economically empower smallholder farmers in rural India, Bayer, Rabo Partnerships and Mastercard have entered into a partnership to launch a scalable program to advance the digitization of the country’s agricultural finance ecosystem.
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ITC adopts a three-fold water management approach
06-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
ITC Limited, one of India's leading multi-business conglomerates, has forged as many as 50 Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) with the Government and other institutions as part of its integrated and holistic initiatives to achieve water security and rural empowerment across India.
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Bayer to scale up its Sahbhaagi program in 24 states
03-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.
Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and agriculture, announced its plan to scale up its Sahbhaagi program to empower rural women and youth with an aim to develop a comprehensive agricultural ecosystem.
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NABARD appoints Ambuja Cement Foundation to execute a watershed development project in Himachal Pradesh
05-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.
Ambuja Cement Foundation (ACF) joins hands with the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) for the implementation of Watershed Development projects in Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh.
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Maharashtra, World Bank launches SMART AgTech integration facility
17-May-2022 - 0 Comments.
The government of Maharashtra and World Bank, in a joint endeavour, have launched the 'SMART Agtech Integration Facility 2022’ to transform rural Maharashtra through Disruptive Agricultural Technologies (DATs).
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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.
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The government has made provision for opening of krishi vigyan kendra in the rural districts
20-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.
The Government has made provision for opening of KrishiVigyan Kendra (KVK) in each of the rural districts keeping in view the rationale that new agricultural technologies and best practices are assessed and demonstrated at farmers’ fields.
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Uzbekistan gets USD 200m financial support from World Bank
26-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a USD 200m financing package for the Second Rural Enterprise Development Project (REDP) aimed at supporting the establishment and expansion of farms and rural enterprises in 10 regions of Uzbekistan.
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OrgFarm empowering rural women drive economic growth
15-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.
Since inception, OrgFarm has always strived to provide the highest quality of pure, healthy organic foods to our consumers and to offer a healthier and more abundant life for all.
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NIFA invests over USD 15m in agricultural economics, rural communities
03-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced an investment of over USD 15m to support building new and better markets for U.S. agriculture and rural communities.
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NABARD expects to lend INR 6.13 lakh crore to priority sectors in Maharashtra during 2022-23
22-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in its state focus paper on Monday has projected a potential credit outlay of INR 6.13 lakh crore to priority sectors in Maharashtra during 2022-23 against INR 5.95 lakh crore for 2021-22.
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Govt converting rural haats into mini APMCs
15-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
Physical infrastructure/ facilities under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) have been developed in 1351 village haats and is under development in 1632 number of village haats.
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Accessibility of gene editing technology to diversify food basket, says Dr Ratna Kumria of Alliance for Agri Innovation
28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.
Agriculture is not only the main occupation for about 45 percent of the global population but the only means of livelihood for many. Its integral not only to rural economy but also to our culture and traditions. Even though agriculture feeds and clothes the world, in its current form it is not a very sustainable activity.
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DAHD, MoFPI sign MoU to achieve sustainable development for rural poor
27-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.
Department of Animal husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) and Ministry of Food Processing Industry(MoFPI) signed an MoU for extension of benefits to Dairy Entrepreneurs/ Dairy industries through a convergence of various schemes.
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Agri minister addresses sixth meeting with SCO member states to empower farmers
16-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Government of India has been taking several steps to develop innovative technologies and their dissemination from Lab to Land to empower rural youth, farmers, and farm women, the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar said in the 6th meeting of Agriculture Ministers of the member countries of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
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Govt creating sustainable livelihoods for rural women farmers via schemes
12-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The guidelines of the various beneficiary-oriented schemes of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA &FW), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare provides that States and other Implementing Agencies to incur at least 30% expenditure on women farmers.
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Leads Connect bags World Bank funded Assam Agri-Business and Rural Transformation Project
08-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
Noida based Agri-tech company, Leads Connect has bagged World Bank funded Assam Agribusiness and Rural Transformation Project (APART)’s Crop Cutting Experiments (CCE).
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GreenSat Innovation Labs inks MoU with Gramin Vikas Trust, IndiaHub e-Governance to launch a smart FPO initiative
09-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
GreenSat Innovation Labs Pvt. Ltd. a leading agritech company signed an MoU with Gramin Vikas Trust (GVT), a rural welfare organization, and IndiaHub e-Governance Pvt. Ltd., an innovation-driven start-up, as a technology partner for their Smart FPO (Farmer Producer Organization) initiative.
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Bamboo tribal farmers income to increase via KVIC's unique BOLD project
05-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
A unique scientific exercise serving the combined national objectives of reducing desertification and providing livelihood and multi-disciplinary rural industry support has been initiated by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC).
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Mahratta Chamber, NABARD launches India’s first Agriculture Export Facilitation Centre
04-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.
Mahratta Chamber of Commerce Industries and Agriculture (MCCIA) in association with the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) formally inaugurated India’s first Agriculture Export Facilitation Centre (AFEC) on the occasion of Maharashtra Krushi Din. However, it was initially launched virtually on 15 May 2021.
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Maharashtra's agri dept. signs MoU with USDA to enhance agro-industry sector
18-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
Maharashtra’s Agriculture Department signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to promote and strengthen the SMART (State of Maharashtra’s Agri-business and Rural Transformation Programme) projects for the upliftment of small and marginal farmers.
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Jai Kisan raises USD 30mn in Series A funding led by Mirae Asset
31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
Rural fintech startup Jai Kisan has raised USD 30mn (INR 217 Crores) in a combination of equity and debt in a Series A round of funding led by Mirae Asset. Blacksoil, Stride Ventures, and Trifecta Capital contributed the debt in the round whereas, Veda Corporate Advisors was the exclusive financial advisor to Jai Kisan for the fundraise.
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Omnivore to elevate USD 150 million funds to enhance rural agritech
31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
Omnivore, an agritech venture capital firm, recently announced that it is setting up a new USD 150 million funds to be invested in tech-driven, predictive crop insights that can help improve productivity and profitability for farmers in India.
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Agri department creates INR 5000 Cr Micro Irrigation Fund under NABARD
28-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
With a view to provide impetus to the micro irrigation in the country, Micro Irrigation Fund (MIF) with a corpus of INR 5000 crore was created with National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).
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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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Confederation of NGOs of Rural India supports of the new agricultural laws
24-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
The National Delegation of Confederation of NGOs of Rural India (CNRI) handed over the letter to Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar at Krisw23hi Bhavan on Wednesday extending their support to the new agricultural farm laws.
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Role of Agrochemicals: Achieving vision of $5 Trillion economy by 2025
30-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Government of India is planning to celebrate 75 years of Indian Independence in 2022 in a big way wherein the focus will be Agriculture and Rural Development. The Indian Agrochemical Industry has huge unrealized potential for growth due to very low level of agrochemical consumption as compared to global norms.
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NDDB inks MoU with Ladakh to promote livelihoods from dairying
09-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.
With a view to promote dairying and rural livelihoods in the Union Territory of Ladakh, NDDB and UT Administration of Ladakh signed an MoU for conducting a benchmark survey in the newly formed UT. NDDB’s dairy potential survey will help prepare a road map to boost dairying in the UT and will help in enhancing income of the rural population in the mountainous border areas.
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NABARD sanctions over INR 85 crore under RIDF scheme to Goa during 2020-21
30-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
NABARD has sanctioned loans worth INR 85.04 crore under Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) to the Government of Goa for various Social Infrastructure Projects in the State.
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Govt releases all-India consumer price index numbers for agricultural, rural labourers for September 2020
20-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
The All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Rural Labourers (Base: 1986-87=100) for the month of September, 2020 increased by 11 points and 10 points to stand at 1037 (One thousand and thirty seven) and 1043 (One thousand and forty three) points respectively.
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India has a robust agriculture, rural economy, says Narendra Singh Tomar
16-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.
Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Food Processing Industries, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj today virtually inaugurated India - International Food & Agri Week being organized from 16th to 22nd October 2020.
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Axis Bank partners with Bayer’s Better Life Farming initiative in India
25-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
Axis Bank, India’s third-largest private sector bank has joined Bayer’s Better Life Farming initiative in India to provide enhanced and holistic financial solutions to smallholder farmers and rural farming communities.
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Agri minister flags off South India’s first and country’s 2nd Kisan Rail between Anantapur and New Delhi
09-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
The inaugural run of Anantapur – New Delhi Kisan Rail was flagged off today through video link by Narendra Singh Tomar, Minister of Agriculture & Farmer Welfare, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, and Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
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Vocal for Local: NotOnMart enables blockchain to connect farmers, craftsmen to consumers
07-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.
NotOnMap, a social initiative for the marginalized, indigenous communities across rural India and StayFlexi, the world’s first flexible and autonomous hospitality company based out of California have come together for their social initiative NotOnMart for rural India.
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Tomar holds meeting with World Bank representatives to bring large Bihad area of Gwalior–Chambal region under agriculture
05-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian minister of agriculture & farmers’ welfare, rural development & panchayati raj Narendra Singh Tomar held a meeting on 25 July, 2020 with the representatives of World Bank to bring the large Bihad area of Gwalior – Chambal region under agriculture.
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'A positive year ahead for tractor sales and rural development', opines Hemant Sikka
28-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
This is the peak season for the tractor segment, with demand being robust due to various factors related to a strong Rabi output, government spending in rural India, including higher procurement and good price realisations.
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After recent farm act amendments, farmers can be assured of barrier-free trading, remunerative prices, says Tomar
07-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian minister of agriculture & farmers’ welfare, rural development & panchayati raj Narendra Singh Tomar has said that the government is taking all possible measures to ensure that farmers get remunerative prices for their produce.
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COVID-19 crisis offers opportunities to upgrade agriculture sector, says Dr Shivendra Bajaj
26-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
The ongoing lockdown has added new dimensions to the problems faced by the rural sector, particularly, the all-important farm division. At the same time, it has thrown several opportunities to carry out the long-pending reforms the agriculture field has been waiting for.
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President sign farmers’ produce, price assurance ordinances boosting agriculture
05-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
The President of India has promulgated two ordinances with the aim of giving a boost to rural India for farmers engaged in agriculture and allied activities.
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Coir geo textiles gets nod for rural road construction
21-May-2020 - 0 Comments.
Coir Geo textiles, a permeable fabric, natural, strong, highly durable, resistant to rots, moulds and moisture, free from any microbial attack, has finally been accepted as a good material for rural road construction.
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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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Indian agri minister holds video conference, directs transport of farm products should not be hampered
08-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Indian minister for agriculture & farmers welfare, rural development and panchayati raj, Narendra Singh Tomar held a video conference here today with senior officers to review steps for facilitating farming activities during lockdown
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IIT Mandi sings tripartite deal for setting up three FPOs in Himachal Pradesh
07-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi & Enabling Women of Kamand (EWOK) Society has inked a tripartite deal with the National Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development for setting up three Farmer Producer Organization in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh.
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IndusTill FarmeTech wins Indigram Labs Foundation Smart Village Program award
06-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indigram Labs Foundation, a leading agri-tech focused incubator, has announced the winners of its smart village program - ‘Adhunik Gram’, an initiative to empower agribusiness in rural India
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India to convert 22,000 rural haats to Gramin Agricultural Markets
28-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.
In Budget announcement 2018-19, Government of India has announced to develop and upgrade existing 22,000 rural haats into Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs).
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Indian agri minister inaugurates the Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela 2020
01-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Narendra Singh Tomar has called for retention of talent in Agriculture. Inaugurating the Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela 2020 recently, he said India has a vast pool of agricultural scientists and specialists graduating from universities every year.
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Soil Health Card Scheme helped to achieve surplus capacity in foodgrain production
19-Feb-2020 - 0 Comments.
The Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar has said the Soil Health Card Scheme has helped India achieve surplus capacity in foodgrain production.
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Indian agri minister holds parley with Brazilian agriculture, livestock minister Ms Costa Dias
28-Jan-2020 - 0 Comments.
Indian Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Narendra Singh Tomar held a bilateral meeting with the Brazilian Minister for Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply Ms. Tereza Cristina Correa da Costa Dias at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi to discuss various bilateral trade opportunities, interests and issues.
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India supports 3.60 million female farmers with INR 847 Crore
07-Jan-2020 - 0 Comments.
In order to empower female farmers in the country, India's agriculture & farmer's welfare ministry has supported over 3.60 million female farmers under the Department of Rural Development, Ministry of Rural Development is implementing Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP).
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ICAR signs MoU with NABARD for up-scaling various technologies, innovative farmer models
28-Dec-2019 - 0 Comments.
With a view to promote sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient farming systems, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Board of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).
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NDDB’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha & Marathwada transforming lives: Dilip Rath
23-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.
National Dairy Development Board’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha and Marathwada are gradually transforming the lives of rural people as it has started impacting social issues like gender inequalities and unemployment. NDDB’s innovative efforts have given the much-needed confidence to milk producers as they are getting the fair share of consumer price.
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Budget 2019-20: Allocation for agriculture ministry raised by around 2.5 times
01-Feb-2019 - 0 Comments.
Agriculture continues to be the main driver of the rural economy. Our hard-working farmers, supported by pro-farmer policies of our Government in the past four and half years, have produced agriculture commodities in record quantities
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International Workshop Calls for Joint Fisheries Management Plans for Afro-Asian Nations
30-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
An international workshop on fisheries and aquaculture has called for regional cooperation among the member countries of African Asian Rural Development Organisation (AARDO) in an effort to develop joint fisheries management plans aiming to achieve sustainable development of the fisheries in Afro-Asian countries
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India working on to bridge the urban rural gap in agriculture
08-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
The Government is implementing several programmes that aim at bringing about overall improvement in the quality of life of the rural people and bridging the urban rural gap through: creation of employment opportunities
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Close to 50 MN farmers benefited from implementation of modern techniques in agriculture
25-Dec-2018 - 0 Comments.
As per the results of ‘Situation Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households’ conducted by National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) in 2013, about 63.5 percent of the agricultural households in the rural areas of the country reported cultivation as their principal source of income. Details of the number of farmers still following age old practices are not available in the Survey.
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India, Israel committed to strengthen agriculture relations
12-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.
Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh met Israeli delegation led by the Agriculture and Rural Development Minister of Israel, Uri Ariel to discuss issues relating to bilateral cooperation in agriculture between India and Israel.
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Pune firm announces layer training at Kopargaon on Nov 13
02-Nov-2016 - 0 Comments.
To accelerate the egg consumption in rural Maharashtra, Pune based egg marketing firm, Kommomsense has announced layer farming training programme at Kopargaon.
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Huge challenges ahead to deliver finer technology to farmers
20-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.
If we desire to change the destiny of India we will have to change the rural scenario, Indian Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, Radha Mohan Singh said today in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
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Nabard gears up for self help groups digitisation
16-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.
Bringing digital divide in self help groups (SHG), National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has decided to digitized SHGs in 22 more districts.
