Perfect Weather Mix Keeps India's Food Prices Low
A surplus monsoon and moderate temperatures in 2025-26 have led to bumper crops, driving down food inflation. Experts predict record harvests and stable prices ahead.
A surplus monsoon and moderate temperatures in 2025-26 have led to bumper crops, driving down food inflation. Experts predict record harvests and stable prices ahead.
Northwest India, including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, will see fresh rainfall and snowfall in coming days, benefiting rabi crops. IMD forecasts temperature rise across most regions after stable conditions.
Republican lawmakers from Montana and North Dakota press President Trump to secure better market access for American pulse crop producers in ongoing US-India trade negotiations.
Republican senators from Montana and North Dakota have written to President Trump, urging him to seek reduced Indian tariffs on pulse crops during trade talks. India is the world's largest pulse consumer.
A group of US senators has called on President Trump to prioritize market access for American pulse crops during ongoing trade negotiations with India.
Republican Senators Daines and Cramer urge President Trump to negotiate lower Indian tariffs on pulse crops, citing unfair trade barriers affecting US farmers and Indian consumers.
A herd of elephants raided four villages in Palamu district, destroying standing mustard crops. Officials reported no human casualties or property damage.
The India Meteorological Department predicts cold to severe cold wave conditions will persist over Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, and Odisha for the next two to three days before easing.
Farmers in Jaisalmer's canal areas report severe frost damaging mustard and cumin crops. The cold wave has turned the district into a 'cold chamber', threatening yields.
Moderate rainfall in Trichy and delta districts has farmers anxious as samba and thaladi paddy crops near harvest begin to lodge. Officials urge drainage measures.
Nanjangud Rasabale banana and Mysuru betel leaves face extinction but APEDA and horticulture department intervention opens global export opportunities for farmers.
India's winter crop sowing for 2025-26 has expanded by 1.76 million hectares to 64.42 million hectares, marking a 2.8% increase from last year, driven by favorable soil moisture from above-normal monsoon rains.
India's rabi crop sowing has increased by 17% this season, driven by favorable weather and government support. This boost enhances agricultural productivity and food security.
Nanjangud Rasabale and Mysuru betel leaves face extinction due to marketing woes. A new export initiative with APEDA aims to save them and fetch farmers premium prices. Read more.
A parasitic weed, Orobanche, is devastating mustard fields in Rajasthan and Haryana, slashing yields. Farmers turn to new herbicide-resistant hybrids as scientists push for GM solutions. Read more.
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh threatens apple yields and rabi crops. Farmers resort to artificial chilling methods. Read about the impact on the state's economy.
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.
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.
Can warm mustard oil massages truly ease winter joint pain? We examine the scientific studies and traditional wisdom behind this popular Indian home remedy for arthritis relief.
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
India's Central Seed Committee notifies 'Govardhan' mustard, a high-oil, disease-resistant variety for late sowing. It promises 7.81% higher yield, boosting UP farmers' income. Read more.
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