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 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 (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.
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 Tadasha Mishra reviews poppy cultivation status with 7 district SPs, orders coordinated action, property seizure, and alternative crop promotion. Read the full strategy.
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.
Discover four stunning yet inaccessible Indian destinations during winter. Learn why Zanskar, North Sikkim, Gurez Valley, and Tawang's upper reaches close from Nov-Mar due to extreme weather and security.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
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'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 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.
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.
Ring in 2026 away from the tourist rush. Discover 10 hidden gems across India, from Tirthan Valley to Majuli, perfect for a peaceful and unique New Year's escape.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover three breathtaking Indian destinations - Dibang Valley, Narkanda, and Lahaul Valley - that transform into landscapes resembling Norway during winter. Plan your serene escape now.
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
A severe cold wave in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts is damaging rabi crops like maize and vegetables, affecting livestock, and raising farmer concerns. Experts advise precautionary measures.
Herhunj police in Latehar district eradicated poppy vegetation on 16 acres of forest land using drones and five tractors. Officer Krishnapal Singh Pavaiya details the operation. Read more.