Spot Chemically Treated Potatoes with Simple Home Tests
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Scientists Inspect Potato Trials, Advise Farmers in Kanpur
A team from Central Potato Research Institute inspected trials at CSA University, Kanpur. They provided key solutions for managing blight and phoma diseases, aiding local potato cultivation.
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.
Assam Potato Farmers Sell Below Cost, Demand MSP & Storage
Potato farmers in Assam face severe losses as prices crash below production costs. They blame lack of MSP, cold storage, and influx of cheaper potatoes from UP and Punjab. Read their demands.
Bihar Fog Boosts Wheat, Threatens Potato with Blight
Dense fog in Bihar aids wheat & mustard but triggers 'Jhulsa Rog' in potatoes, risking 50% yield loss. Experts advise fungicides & light irrigation. Explore the full impact.
Assam Farmers Block Highway with Potatoes Over Low Prices
Hundreds of potato farmers in Assam's Sadiya staged a dramatic protest by dumping tonnes of produce on NH-37, demanding fair prices and market infrastructure. Read their demands.
7 Foods You Should Never Put in the Fridge
Your fridge might be spoiling your food! Scientific studies show refrigeration damages tomatoes, potatoes, onions, basil, bananas, bread & honey. Learn the surprising reasons why.
Weather-Based Crop Insurance Deadline Extended to Jan 15
Kerala's agriculture department extends the WBCIS application deadline to Jan 15 for the rabi season. Farmers urged to apply online for financial protection against climate risks. #Farmers #Kerala
Heavy Rain Destroys Paddy Crop in Karnataka's Malavalli
Heavy unseasonal rainfall devastates paddy crops in Karnataka's Malavalli taluk, causing significant losses for farmers. Read about the impact and official response.
7 Sweet Potato Breakfast Combos for a Healthy Start
Discover 7 nutritious food pairings with sweet potato for a balanced, diabetic-friendly breakfast. Boost energy, improve gut health, and regulate blood sugar with these easy ideas.
8.85L Odisha Farmers in PM Crop Insurance, Rs 2580 Cr Paid
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reveals 8.85 lakh Odisha farmers enrolled in PMFBY with Rs 2580 crore claims paid. New tech modules ensure transparency and timely settlements.
KVK Ropar Alert: High Risk of Potato Late Blight in Punjab
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar, issues urgent advisory to potato farmers in Punjab on imminent late blight disease outbreak. Learn symptoms, preventive fungicides, and management steps to protect your crop.
Avoid These 3 Potato Mistakes for Better Health
Nutritionist Dimple Jangda warns against deep frying, batch cooking & refrigerating potatoes. Learn the right ways to store and cook this staple for optimal health.
44 Booked in UP Crop Insurance Fraud Involving Landless Farmers
Major fraud uncovered in Farrukhabad as Rs 68 lakh was illegally paid to landless farmers under PM's Crop Insurance Scheme. 44 individuals, including bank managers, booked. Read the full investigation details.
Winter Recipe: Make Healthy Sweet Potato Paratha at Home
Move over roasted sweet potatoes! Try this unique, protein-rich paratha recipe packed with Vitamin A and fibre. Perfect for a healthy winter meal. Get the full method inside.
Rajasthan Kinnow Farmers Await Cold Wave for Sweetness, Profits
Farmers in Sriganganagar & Hanumangarh face losses as warm December hampers kinnow quality. A cold spell is crucial to boost sugar content and salvage prices. Read more.
Haryana Potato Farmers Fear Rs 100 Crore Loss Amid Price Crash
Potato farmers in Haryana's Karnal district face a severe price crash, with rates dropping to Rs 3-4/kg. A bumper crop and halted exports to Pakistan and Bangladesh are to blame. Read about the looming crisis.
Potato Price Crash Hits Haryana Farmers, BKU Urges Intervention
A sharp crash in potato prices in Haryana's Karnal mandi has left farmers in distress. The BKU urges the state government to intervene and procure potatoes to prevent heavy losses. 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.
Haryana Potato Farmers Face Ruin as Prices Crash, BKU Warns Govt
BKU (Charuni) warns Haryana CM over plummeting potato prices and delayed Bhavantar scheme. Farmers face financial crisis, fungal disease. Read their urgent demands.
Potato Price Crash in Haryana, Farmers Demand BBY Relief
BKU (Charuni) warns of a financial crisis for potato growers in Haryana as prices plummet below cost. The union demands immediate BBY implementation and separate pricing for varieties.
Farmers Protest Inadequate Crop Insurance in Chikkamagaluru
Farmers in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru, protest against delayed and low crop insurance payouts. Officials promise action. Read about the ongoing struggle for fair compensation.
11 Home Guards Suspended Over Viral Potato Truck Video
Nawada SP confirms suspension of 11 home guards after video shows misconduct at Rajauli checkpost. Incident occurred on Nov 24. Full details inside.
Kodagu Farmers Protest Flawed Crop Loss Survey Report
Farmers in Kodagu confront officials over a disputed crop loss survey. They demand fair compensation for areca, coffee, pepper, and rice, alleging reports downplay losses. Officials promise action.
MLA Rai Fights for Arecanut Farmers' Insurance Justice
Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai highlights discrepancies in weather-based crop insurance payouts for arecanut growers in coastal Karnataka. He urges govt action for fair compensation and reclassification of areca as a horticultural crop. Read more.
8 Sweet Potato Recipes to Warm Your Winter
Discover 8 delicious and nutritious sweet potato recipes perfect for winter. From Shakarkandi Ka Bharta to Halwa, these dishes boost immunity and provide warmth. Try them now!
Cyclone Ditwah damages 50,000 hectares of crops in Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Ditwah caused severe damage to paddy crops across Trichy and Cauvery delta districts. Over 1.2 lakh acres affected, with farmers facing huge losses. Govt announces relief.
7 Easy Ways to Add Sweet Potatoes to Daily Meals
Discover seven simple, no-fuss methods to incorporate nutrient-rich sweet potatoes into your breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Boost fibre intake and energy levels without changing your daily routine.
Mohali Industrialists Raise Civic Infrastructure Concerns
Mohali industrialists highlight severe civic issues like poor roads and erratic water supply, demanding immediate action from authorities to improve industrial infrastructure.
New 1.5 km road connects Gamanagatti industrial area to bypass
Gamanagatti industrial area near Hubballi-Dharwad bypass gets a 7-metre-wide service road after years of struggle. The 1.5 km connectivity project promises economic revival and easier transport. Read more.
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