Category: Agriculture

The Union Cabinet has recently approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), which will receive support from both central and state governments. The total budget allocated is ₹2,481 crore, and the central government will contribute ₹1,584 crore, while state governments will provide ₹897 crore. This funding will be available until 2025-26. Objectives of the…

India’s fisheries sector is rapidly evolving, which aims to enhance fish farming and sustainability. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh emphasized the need for organized fish farmers, which is crucial for maximizing benefits from government initiatives. Fish Production Growth India ranks as the second-largest fish producer globally, which is surged from 95.79 lakh tonnes in 2013-14…

The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) advocates for genetically modified (GMO) crops to boost oilseed production. President Sanjeev Asthana brought into light the potential increase in production from 35 million tonnes to 45-50 million tonnes by 2029-30. This would enhance vegetable oil availability by 5-6 million tonnes, reaching 15-17 million tonnes. However, demand for…

India is set to host the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) General Assembly and Global Cooperative Conference in Delhi. The event runs from November 25 to 30, 2024, and marks a historic first for India in the 130-year history of ICA. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the ‘United Nations International Year of Cooperatives 2025’ on…

Recent findings reveal a new microbe harming sesame crops in Midnapore, West Bengal, which raises concerns for farmers and the agricultural community. Sesame, known as the “Queen of Oil,” has a rich history and important health benefits. However. varieties require enhancement for optimal production. The Importance of Sesame Sesame is an ancient oilseed crop and…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is assisting India in addressing climate change impacts on aquaculture. Manuel Barange, the FAO’s Fisheries & Aquaculture Division Director, brought to light the need for policy changes to support small fishing businesses. He spoke about the changing ocean conditions affecting fish populations and emphasized the importance of good management…

India’s aquaculture sector is rapidly expanding and ranks as the second-largest producer of farmed fish globally. This growth supports food security, job creation, and economic development. Shrimp farming plays a role in agricultural exports, which increasing global demand for fish drives the need for more intensive farming methods. Intensive Fish Farming Practices Fish farmers are…

In 2023, global hunger reached alarming levels, and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported an increase in hunger since 2019, which aim of achieving Zero Hunger by 2030 faces serious challenges. Current Hunger Statistics Between 713 and 757 million people experienced hunger in 2023, which equates to 9.1% of the global population,…

The Global Soil Conference 2024 took place in New Delhi, with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressing the event via video link. The Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) organized the conference, and notable attendees included experts from various fields. The theme focused on soil health and its environmental significance. Importance of Soil Health Healthy…

India’s tuna fish exports surged by 31.83% in the 2023-24 period, which increases prompted the government to seek new sourcing areas. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are being targeted as a potential tuna export hub. The global tuna market is valued at $41.94 billion and the Indian Ocean is the second-largest tuna-producing region, contributing 21%…