Landlocked States Hit Seafood Gold with Shrimp Farming
Farmers in Haryana, Rajasthan, and Punjab are transforming saline wastelands into profitable shrimp farms. Discover how this coastal crop is rewriting agriculture in India's heartland.
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26,373 Facilitators Bring Scientific Farming to UP Villages
Over 26,000 agricultural livelihood facilitators are transforming farming in Uttar Pradesh, promoting modern techniques, govt schemes, and women's empowerment. Discover how they are building a self-reliant ecosystem.
Sugarcane Juice: Health Benefits & Hidden Risks
Explore the unique nutritional profile of fresh sugarcane juice, its immediate health impacts, and the potential risks. Know who should be cautious before enjoying this popular Indian beverage.
Transgender Woman Leads Community Empowerment via Farming
Sahana, a transgender woman from Karnataka, is transforming lives by leading a livestock farming collective, providing sustainable income and dignity to her marginalized community. Discover her inspiring journey.
India's Sugar Industry Shows Strong Growth in 2025
India's sugar sector reports major gains in crushing, production, and recovery for 2025. Maharashtra leads, while Uttar Pradesh overcomes crop disease. Discover the key data and expert insights.
India Allows 50,000 Tonne Organic Sugar Exports
India permits limited exports of 50,000 tonnes of organic sugar, boosting premium agri-exports while safeguarding domestic supplies. A strategic move for niche markets.
Revival of 9 Closed Sugar Mills Brings Hope to Bihar Farmers
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.
Govt Unveils New Testing Standards for Electric Tractors
India's BIS releases first dedicated testing protocol for electric agricultural tractors, aiming to ensure safety & performance. A key step for green farm tech adoption.
Karnataka Farmers Ditch Sugar Mills for Jaggery Making
Frustrated by delayed payments, Haveri sugarcane farmers are shifting to jaggery production, boosting local markets and challenging sugar mills. Explore the economic shift.
MangoFolks Honoured by CNN-News18 for Agri-Tech Innovation
Agri-tech startup MangoFolks wins the CNN-News18 'Think Ahead' award for its platform empowering Indian farmers through community-driven, tech-enabled solutions. Discover how they're transforming agriculture.
UP Cane Dept Ensures Free Loading, Fluorescent Strips for Safety
Uttar Pradesh sugarcane administration mandates free loading for farmers & fluorescent paint on vehicles to prevent fog-related accidents. New norms target 45 cane-producing districts.
Amit Shah Pitches Organic Farming as Cure for Diseases
Union Minister Amit Shah promotes organic farming in Rewa, claiming it boosts farmers' income, saves water, and prevents diseases caused by chemical fertilisers. Read his full address.
AI, Robotics to Shape Future of Agriculture in India
Experts at a Lucknow congress highlight how AI and robotics can cut carbon emissions and boost farm productivity for a Viksit Bharat. Discover the future of smart agriculture.
Meerut Farmers' Protest Over Cane Dues Enters 7th Day
BKU-Tikait farmers continue protest in Meerut for 7th day, demanding pending sugarcane dues & action against procurement irregularities. Tikait warns of intensified agitation. #FarmersProtest #UttarPradesh
Ludhiana Sugar Mill Starts Season, Pays Rs 2 Crore to Farmers
Ludhiana's Budhewal Co-operative Sugar Mill launches its 2025-26 crushing season, disbursing Rs 2 crore to farmers. Direct payments and operational efficiency mark a strong start. Read more.
Karnataka's New Soil Health Project for Sugarcane Farmers
CM Siddaramaiah launches a state-level project promoting scientific soil management and water use in sugarcane farming to improve yields and farmer income. Learn about the key initiatives.
Sreenivasan's Organic Farming Transforms Kandanadu
Discover how actor-director Sreenivasan's adoption of Subhash Palekar's natural farming methods inspired a local green revolution, turning barren land into 100 acres of thriving paddy fields in Kerala. Read his inspiring journey.
7-Year-Old Girl Killed in Leopard Attack in Bahraich
A 7-year-old girl was killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Ayodhyapurva village. This marks the 5th fatal human-leopard conflict in the district this year. Read about the incident and forest department's response.
Govt to announce sugar policy in January to prevent glut
The Indian government is set to announce measures in January to prevent a domestic sugar surplus and ensure timely payments to farmers. Key demands include a sugar MSP hike to ₹41/kg and increased ethanol blending.
ISMA Seeks Higher Sugar MSP to Safeguard Farmers
The Indian Sugar Mills Association urges the government to raise the minimum selling price of sugar to ₹40/kg, citing rising production costs and stagnant MSP. This move is crucial for the financial stability of millions of sugarcane farmers.
Sugar Industry Seeks Over ₹10 MSP Increase
ISMA urges government to raise sugar MSP by over ₹10/kg to ₹42/kg, citing rising production costs. This move aims to ensure mill viability and farmer payments.
Doctors in Tamil Nadu's Sittilingi Valley Build Health Through Farming
In Tamil Nadu's remote Sittilingi valley, doctors Regi George & Lalitha Regi built a hospital, then tackled malnutrition & debt via organic farming & women-led crafts. Discover their unique model of 'social medicine'.
Two Women Killed in Sugarcane Harvester Accident
Tragedy strikes in Karnataka as two women die in a sugarcane harvester accident. Details on the incident, police response, and ongoing investigation.
Siddhasiri Plant Denies Farmer Cheating Allegations
Directors of Siddhasiri Ethanol and Power Plant refute claims of sugarcane weight discrepancies, calling them politically motivated. Legal metrology department confirms weighing machine accuracy.
Coimbatore Soil: 90.5% Has Poor Organic Carbon Levels
Alarming data reveals over 90% of Coimbatore's soil is poor quality for farming due to low organic carbon. Discover how organic farming methods offer a solution and the challenges farmers face in adopting them.
Karnataka Seeks Rs 6,280 Crore Supplementary Budget
Karnataka govt seeks Rs 6,280 crore supplementary budget for sugarcane farmers, road works & more. Details on allocations for Belagavi session, Davos, and survey reimbursements inside.
Sugar Production Jumps 28%, Maharashtra Leads Growth
India's sugar production surges 28% to 78.25 lakh tonnes in 2025-26 season. Maharashtra, UP, Karnataka lead output. Industry calls for MSP revision as prices lag costs. Read the full analysis.
Sugarcane flows from UP to Haryana over ₹15 price gap
Uttar Pradesh sugarcane farmers are selling to Haryana mills for higher SAP, sparking a cross-border price war. This trend may force states to reconsider cane pricing policies. Read more.
Punjab Farmer's Organic Jaggery Booked Till 2027
Amarjit Singh Bhangu from Jalandhar turned to organic farming, creating such high demand for his jaggery and shakkar that orders are booked until March 2027. Discover his inspiring journey.
West Champaran Farmers Protest for Higher Sugarcane Price
Sugarcane farmers in Bihar's West Champaran marched to demand a higher MSP of Rs 500 per quintal, citing rising costs and price disparity with UP. Read about their key demands and planned agitation.
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