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
Gross sugar production is estimated to increase 15% in SY2026 compared to the current season. However, Margin gains are to be modest if ethanol prices remain stagnant in FY2026. Rating agency ICRA anticipates that an above-normal monsoon will lead to increased cane acreage in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Combined with expectations of improved yields in key … Read more
The Scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, increase adoption of crop diversification and sustainable agricultural practices, augment post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block levels, improve irrigation facilities and facilitate availability of long-term and short-term credit The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi today approved the “Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana” for … Read more
India, the world’s top milk producer, now contributes 24% of global output and is poised to reach 30% by 2030. With surplus production looming, experts urge strategic investments in quality, technology, and export diversification. By upgrading to specialized dairy products and targeting global markets, India can transform from a domestic success story into a global … Read more
TAFE has partnered with ICRISAT under the Centre of Excellence for South–South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA) to drive innovation exchange and agri-development across the Global South. Leading tractor manufacturer Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE) has signed an MoU with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) to establish the “JFarm Adaptive … Read more
Global retail conglomerate Lulu Group International is stepping up its engagement with India’s northeastern state of Meghalaya, signaling a significant push to expand international market access for the region’s agricultural produce. An eight-member delegation from Lulu Group, led by its Director of Global Operations, Salim M.A., recently visited Meghalaya to explore strategic sourcing opportunities. The … Read more
The Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) registered a year-on-year decline of -1.06% in June 2025, a significant shift from May’s 0.99% food inflation. This marks the lowest rate for food prices since January 2019, according to provisional government data released Monday India’s retail inflation plummeted to its lowest point since January 2019 in June, driven … Read more
The collaboration is aimed at facilitating global market access for products manufactured and marketed by the state’s cooperative societies. In a significant move to boost the international reach of Rajasthan’s cooperative products, the Rajasthan State Cooperative Marketing Federation (RAJFED) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Cooperative Export Limited (NCEL) on Monday. The … Read more
Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has written to the Chief Ministers of all States, directing immediate and strict action against the issue of counterfeit and substandard fertilizers. The issue of fake and substandard fertilizers is intensifying across India, raising serious concerns for both farmers and the central government. While farmers … Read more
Amid tariff war, Mexico has decided to cut milk powder imports from the U.S. and build a domestic plant to boost dairy self-sufficiency. The move could disrupt U.S.–Mexico dairy trade and open export opportunities for India. While challenges remain, the shift aims to enhance food security, support local farmers, and reduce dependency on foreign dairy … Read more