Frost Damages Mustard, Cumin Crops in Jaisalmer
Farmers in Jaisalmer's canal areas report severe frost damaging mustard and cumin crops. The cold wave has turned the district into a 'cold chamber', threatening yields.
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Rain in Trichy Delta Worries Farmers Over Lodging Paddy Crops
Moderate rainfall in Trichy and delta districts has farmers anxious as samba and thaladi paddy crops near harvest begin to lodge. Officials urge drainage measures.
Mysuru GI Crops Get Export Boost to Fight Extinction
Nanjangud Rasabale banana and Mysuru betel leaves face extinction but APEDA and horticulture department intervention opens global export opportunities for farmers.
India's Rabi Crop Sowing Rises 2.8% to 64.42M Hectares
India's winter crop sowing for 2025-26 has expanded by 1.76 million hectares to 64.42 million hectares, marking a 2.8% increase from last year, driven by favorable soil moisture from above-normal monsoon rains.
Rabi Crop Sowing Up 17%, Farm Output Rises
India's rabi crop sowing has increased by 17% this season, driven by favorable weather and government support. This boost enhances agricultural productivity and food security.
Mysuru's GI Crops Get Global Export Lifeline
Nanjangud Rasabale and Mysuru betel leaves face extinction due to marketing woes. A new export initiative with APEDA aims to save them and fetch farmers premium prices. Read more.
Himachal's Dry Spell Puts Apple, Rabi Crops at Risk
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh threatens apple yields and rabi crops. Farmers resort to artificial chilling methods. Read about the impact on the state's economy.
Patna Lab Finds Hope in Bioremediation for Arsenic Menace
Scientists at Patna Science College are pioneering bioremediation to grow safe food in toxic soil, offering a sustainable solution to Bihar's arsenic and fluoride crisis. Discover their groundbreaking work.
Punjab farmers make ber cultivation profitable alternative
Punjab farmers are transforming ber (Indian jujube) into a commercial success, offering high returns with minimal water. Discover how this climate-resilient fruit is reshaping agriculture.
Safflower Farming Revives in Pune, Solapur, Ahilyanagar
Safflower (kardai) cultivation in Pune division surges past 150% of target this rabi season. Solapur leads with 166% achievement. Discover the reasons behind this oilseed crop's dramatic comeback.
Cold Wave, Dense Fog to Continue Across India: IMD
IMD warns of continued cold wave and dense fog across NW, Central, and East India, disrupting travel. Rabi crops safe despite harsh conditions. Get the full forecast.
DGP Orders Action Against Illegal Poppy Cultivation in 7 Districts
DGP Tadasha Mishra reviews poppy cultivation status with 7 district SPs, orders coordinated action, property seizure, and alternative crop promotion. Read the full strategy.
Karnataka Farmers Turn to Sweet Potato as Climate-Resilient Crop
Farmers in Karnataka districts like Belagavi and Mysuru are shifting to climate-resilient sweet potato cultivation. Discover how this tuber is becoming a strategic choice for water-scarce regions.
Uttarkashi drought hits pea, wheat crops in Rawai Valley
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
India's CRISPR Alternative Offers Hope for Food Security
Indian scientists develop indigenous, low-cost genome editing technology using 'jumping genes' to create resilient crops, bypassing costly CRISPR patents and aiming to secure India's agricultural future.
Govt Releases 184 New Crop Varieties for Higher Yield
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton & nutri-cereals, to boost productivity, cut costs, and enhance climate resilience for Indian farmers.
184 New Crop Varieties Released to Boost Farm Productivity
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton and nutri-cereals, to increase yield, cut costs, and tackle climate change. Aim: reach farmers in 3 years.
India Surpasses China as World's Largest Rice Producer
India has overtaken China to become the world's largest rice producer, with a record output of 150.18 million tonnes. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced this milestone while releasing 184 new climate-resilient crop varieties. Read more about I
Bhadra Dam to Irrigate Crops for 120 Days Starting Jan 3
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
Goa adds 5 new GI tags, portfolio now at 15
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Andhra Red Gram Farmers Sell Below MSP, Face Crisis
Andhra Pradesh's red gram farmers face distress sales at Rs 6,500/quintal, far below the Rs 8,000 MSP. Falling yields and delayed govt procurement deepen the agrarian crisis. Read more.
Colder January Forecast Lifts India's Winter Crop Prospects
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
Zero Rain in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh: Driest December in Decades
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
New Wheat, Mustard Varieties Developed in Kanpur
CSAUT Kanpur scientists develop high-yield wheat for alkaline soil & late-sow mustard for UP. Boost for state's farmers with disease-resistant crops. Read more.
Rabi sowing hits 61.4 mn ha; pulses, oilseeds area up
India's rabi sowing reaches 61.4 million hectares, with pulses and oilseeds showing significant gains. Wheat area remains steady. Get the latest crop data and analysis.
Gene-Edited Mustard Nears Approval in India
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Ludhiana wheat cultivation area falls, farmers opt for cash crops
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.
Tragic Mandya Accident: Youth Dies on Ragi-Laid Road
A 19-year-old died and a woman was critically injured in Mandya after their car overturned on ragi crops spread for drying on a main road. Police warn farmers against the dangerous practice.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave to Grip North and East India
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold waves across northern and eastern India, disrupting travel. However, agricultural experts confirm the weather is boosting rabi crop sowing, with area up by 8 lakh hectares.
Shah's Cooperative Vision for Haryana: MSP to Bharat Taxi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah outlines a cooperative-led roadmap for Haryana, highlighting MSP for 24 crops, a rising agriculture budget, and the upcoming 'Bharat Taxi' app. Read more.
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