The strategy of reducing food inflation through cheap imports is turning out to be a loss-making proposition for farmers. It is natural for them to feel disillusioned, especially in the case of pulses and oilseeds. The sowing data from the current Kharif season also reflects this trend. In June, the retail inflation rate (CPI) fell … Read more
IndiaP2P, an RBI-certified peer-to-peer lending platform, has released its FY25 Social Impact and Performance Report, showcasing how P2P lending can bridge India’s credit gap while creating real social impact in rural and semi-urban India. Focused on low- and middle-income households across these regions, the platform’s model stands out for delivering small-ticket credit where it is … Read more
As the U.S. and India negotiate a limited trade deal before the August 1 deadline, India resists U.S. demands for agricultural market access. Concerns center on dairy and GM foods, with a potential $12.3 billion loss to Indian farmers. Experts warn of risks to food security and rural livelihoods, while Trump’s aggressive tactics raise fears … Read more
The International Grains Council forecasts record global grain production of 2.376 billion tonnes in 2025-26, up 2.6% from last year. Strong wheat and corn output will drive the increase, alongside higher food, feed, and industrial use. Soybean and rice production are also rising, but rice prices have plunged 32% year-on-year, pulling down the overall grains … Read more
A brief presentation titled “Journey of NABARD” was showcased, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and NABARD’s evolving role in rural development. The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) marked its 44th Foundation Day with a commemorative event hosted by its New Delhi Regional Office, celebrating over four decades of pioneering efforts in agricultural development, … Read more
This year, the Punjab government had allowed paddy transplantation before 15 June. The disease in paddy is also being linked to this decision. ICAR has formed five teams of scientists to find out the impact and spread of the disease. A viral outbreak in paddy crops has heightened concerns for farmers in India’s key rice-producing … Read more
The Republican-led megabill expands farm subsidies, especially for livestock and large dairy operations, while slashing SNAP funding and nutrition aid. It boosts crop insurance, disaster relief, and trade promotion – but critics say it favors big agribusiness at the expense of smaller farms, the environment, and low-income families. Meanwhile, the fate of the broader U.S. … Read more
Low freight rates are helping global grain exporters in 2025, but the shipping market remains clouded by tariff threats, oversupplied fleets, and shifting trade flows – especially China’s pivot away from U.S. corn and soy. Despite a temporary US-China truce, exporters face uncertainty from geopolitical tensions, Red Sea disruptions, and demand declines in wheat and … Read more
India’s agricultural and processed food exports rose over 7% to $5.96 billion in April-June 2025, led by strong shipments of rice, buffalo meat, and fruits & vegetables. Rice exports alone fetched $2.9 billion. Eased government restrictions and global shortages have boosted India’s trade prospects. Buffalo meat exports grew 17%. India’s agricultural and processed food exports … Read more
The study revealed that while greenhouse gas concentrations in the Central Himalayas are generally lower than in urban areas, they are consistently higher than at other remote background sites. This highlights the combined influence of local emissions and pollutants transported from upwind sources Indian scientists have unveiled a complex interplay of natural processes and human … Read more