Maharashtra's iconic jowar crop faces a severe crisis as extreme monsoon rains wipe out nearly 2 lakh hectares of cultivation. Discover the impact on farmers, prices, and the state's staple food.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre announces a cashew fair in Mangaluru for February 2026. Discover the event's focus on Dakshina Kannada's leading cultivation and high sapling demand.
East Champaran district launches a makhana cultivation scheme with a 75% subsidy for farmers. The pilot project aims to boost local economy using vast water bodies.
Mumbai gears up for India's inaugural Grand Broccoli Conference on Jan 15, 2026, with a Nashik field visit on Jan 16. Discover the future of healthy farming.
A major joint operation in Manipur's Kangpokpi district led to the destruction of 53 acres of illegal poppy cultivation. Security forces also arrested a KCP-MFL cadre involved in forced recruitment. Read the full details.
DGP Tadasha Mishra reviews poppy cultivation status with 7 district SPs, orders coordinated action, property seizure, and alternative crop promotion. Read the full strategy.
A violent clash broke out in Manipur's Kangpokpi district between ZUF cadres and Kuki groups over illicit poppy cultivation. Details on the incident and ongoing tensions.
Indore police seized 87 kg of poppy husk hidden in a truck's fake diesel tank. The driver, linked to earlier cases, confessed to earning Rs 10,000 per delivery. Total seizure valued at Rs 35 lakh.
Indore police seized 87 kg of poppy husk hidden in a truck's secret compartments. The driver, Butta Singh, was arrested. The total seizure value is around Rs 35 lakh. Read more.
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.
Learn the best time, soil prep, and winter protection to grow fresh spinach (palak) in your garden. Get a steady harvest all season with our expert tips.
An extended dry winter spell in Himachal Pradesh is severely impacting subtropical fruit crops like mango and litchi. Experts warn of significant yield loss. Learn about the causes and farmer concerns.
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.
Punjab Police crack down on narcotics in Banga, arresting individuals and seizing heroin, poppy husk, and intoxicant tablets. Read about the ongoing war on drugs.
Discover how Hosur's unique red Taj Mahal roses are exported globally. Learn about the flower trade, cultivation on 150 acres, and the weekly garland shipments to Malaysian temples. Read more!
Gujarat's pulse cultivation sees remarkable growth: production doubled, area up 1.5x in six years. Chickpea output surges 2.5 times. Discover the state's agricultural success story.
Jharkhand DGP Tadasha Mishra commended the Jharkhand Armed Police-1 battalion for its crucial role in fighting extremism. She also addressed accommodation issues and inaugurated the Anand Mela fair.
Congress MLA HD Thammaiah advocates for organic farming and millet consumption at a district fair, highlighting health benefits and government support. Learn why leaders call it the future of agriculture.
Telangana government takes decisive action, reallocating zones from underperforming oil palm companies to Telangana Oil Fed. Aim: boost domestic cultivation, cut edible oil imports. Read more.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan identifies climate, irrigation, and market issues as major obstacles for pulses and oilseeds farmers. Learn about the government's strategies to overcome these challenges.
Forest officials in Keonjhar destroy over 17,000 illegal cannabis plants in major anti-drug operations. Tribal leader warns of mafia exploitation. Read the full story.
Chittorgarh police arrest a fugitive criminal wanted in multiple drug trafficking cases across three districts. The accused, carrying a Rs 15,000 reward, was caught in Operation Sudarshan Chakra. Read the full story.
Kerala govt launches Rs 2,365 crore KERA project to promote climate-resilient farming, ensure fair prices & train 32,000 farmers. Learn about the state's biggest agri-scheme in 40 years.
Ranchi police's 2025 crackdown: Over 6000 kg of 'doda', brown sugar, opium & ganja worth Rs 14.84 crore seized. 156 arrested, 2582 acres of poppy destroyed. Read the full report.
Kerala government petitions High Court to review order directing transfer of Rs 1,678.66 crore land charges to Agricultural Fund, citing duplication and financial burden. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian declares the state drug-free with no ganja cultivation. He challenges critics to provide evidence, citing strict border checks and school awareness programs.
Gujarat retains its top spot as India's leading okra producer. Discover how Saurashtra-Kutch's farming success will be showcased at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference.
The Bihar government's plan to reopen nine closed sugar mills, including the historic Chanpatia unit, has ignited fresh optimism among sugarcane growers in West Champaran and neighboring districts, promising to ease decades of agricultural distress.
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.
Discover how Ram Pal Saini, an MCom graduate from Kurukshetra, turned black onion seed cultivation into a multi-million rupee agri-business, earning up to Rs 6 lakh per acre. Learn his secrets to success.