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Candidatus Phytoplasma: New Microbe Threatens Sesame Crop Yields

November 22, 2024

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 ..

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Global Hunger Crisis Deepens Despite Food Surplus

November 21, 2024

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 ..

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Global Soil Conference 2024

November 21, 2024

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. ..

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Centre Plans Tuna Export Hub in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

November 19, 2024

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 ..

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Odisha Launches ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’

November 18, 2024

The Government of Odisha has initiated an important step towards sustainable agriculture. In collaboration with ICRISAT, they launched a ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’. This launch took place at the International Symposium on Shree Anna and Forgotten Foods in Bhubaneshwar. Key ..

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CII and ICRISAT Collaborate for Agricultural Innovation

November 18, 2024

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Telangana and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) are exploring collaboration in agriculture. A panel discussion took place on November 15, 2024. It included government officials, industry leaders, and ICRISAT ..

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CSR’s Role in Sustainable Indian Agriculture

November 14, 2024

India has been a pioneer in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) since 2013. The Companies Act mandates CSR contributions, impacting social development. Over Rs 1.84 lakh crore has been disbursed from 2014 to 2023. Agriculture, vital for the economy and employment, ..

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Indian Tobacco Board Promotes Export Growth

November 13, 2024

The Tobacco Board of India (TBI) is actively promoting Indian tobacco in international markets. The focus is on the Middle East, particularly the UAE. This initiative aims to enhance the income of Indian farmers by branding unmanufactured tobacco. Export Categories ..

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State of Food and Agriculture 2024 Report

November 12, 2024

Recent findings from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlight staggering hidden costs within global agrifood systems. The study estimates these costs at approximately $12 trillion annually, with 70% linked to unhealthy diets. This has important implications for public health ..

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NAWO-DHAN: New Horticulture Agribusiness Initiative

November 11, 2024

The Agriculture department is initiating a pilot project under the NAWO-DHAN scheme. This project aims to enhance horticulture agribusiness. It targets land owners and cultivators who have shown interest. An expression of interest (EoI) was released in October. So far, ..

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