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FAIFA warns of severe, irreversible impact on tobacco farmers from sharp tax hike
04-Feb-2026 - 0 Comments.
The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA) has raised serious concerns over the Government of India’s recent excise duty hike on tobacco products, warning that the move could severely disrupt livelihoods across the Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco farming ecosystem and accelerate the growth of illicit trade.
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FAIFA warns tax hike on tobacco will hit farmers, boost illicit trade
02-Jan-2026 - 0 Comments.
FAIFA has cautioned that a sharp excise hike on tobacco products could depress legal demand, hurt FCV farmers and expand illicit trade, urging the government to restore revenue-neutral tax rates.
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Monsoon disrupts Kharif season; Transworld flags severe crop losses
09-Dec-2025 - 0 Comments.
Transworld Furtichem warns of major crop damage, nutrient loss, market crashes and prolonged monsoon impact across India; launches recovery initiatives for farmers.
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Global agri output to rise 14% by 2034, says OECD-FAO Outlook
19-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Global agricultural output to grow 14% by 2034, driven by rising demand in middle-income nations. Report warns of nutrition gaps and climate-linked emissions.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan slams ICAR over sale of fake biostimulants
16-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Union Agri Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan warns ICAR over unregulated sale of fake biostimulants following farmer complaints during national tour.
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IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rain in several states
09-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a widespread rainfall alert as monsoon conditions intensify across much of the country.
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Lt Governor flags shrinking agri land in Andaman
02-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
Andaman Lt Governor DK Joshi warns of sharp drop in farmland hurting cooperatives, urges action to protect agriculture and animal husbandry.
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IMD warns of heavy rain as monsoon intensifies in India
28-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across India this week as multiple weather systems strengthen the monsoon. Stay alert for travel disruptions.
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India must shield farmers in US trade deal: GTRI warns
27-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
India must safeguard its farmers, digital sector, and sovereignty in any US trade deal, says think tank GTRI amid mini-pact talks deadline.
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Edible oil price woes push farmers to maize
27-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Low oilseed prices may force Indian farmers to shift to maize for ethanol, risking higher edible oil imports, warns government and experts.
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Asia faces record heat, disasters in 2024: WMO report
26-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
WMO's 2024 Asia Climate Report warns of extreme heat, floods, and glacier loss. Asia warming twice as fast as global rate, urgent action needed.
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Wheat, coffee, beans and cassava face drastic farmland loss by 2100, FAO tool reveals
22-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
New FAO data shows wheat, coffee, beans, and cassava could lose half their optimal farmland by 2100 as climate risks escalate, warns ABC-Map update.
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Kerala cargo ship oil spill may impact fisheries: CMFRI chief
31-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
An oil spill off Kerala’s coast following a cargo ship sinking could affect marine life and fisheries. CMFRI warns of ecological and economic impact.
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CLFMA warns unnecessary scaremongering on antibiotics will impact Indian protein security
05-Mar-2018 - 0 Comments.
CLFMA of India, the apex association representing India’s dynamic livestock sector reiterates the critical role of antibiotics and emphasizes the urgent need for in promoting awareness on judicious use.
