Himachal Minister Condemns Apple Import Duty Cut to 25%
Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur condemns the Centre's decision to slash import duty on NZ apples from 50% to 25%, warning it threatens the state's Rs 5,000-crore apple economy.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Orange Farmers Move Bombay HC Over Insurance Shortfall
Orange growers from Akot approach Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court alleging they received only ₹15,000 per hectare instead of promised ₹50,000 under state weather insurance scheme. Court issues notices.
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.
Bihar Sugarcane Farmers Protest for Higher MSP in Bagaha
Sugarcane farmers in West Champaran's Bagaha protest, demanding MSP hike to Rs 500/quintal. They cite rising input costs and price disparity with UP. Read their full demands and planned agitation.
Tractor Accident Causes Major Traffic Jam Near Burhanpur
A tractor carrying sugarcane overturned on the Nimbola overbridge, blocking the Indore-Ichhapur highway for nearly 11 hours. No injuries reported, but commuters faced a long night. Read more about the incident and local concerns.
6 Reasons to Drink Sugarcane Juice in Winter
Discover why an occasional glass of sugarcane juice is a smart winter wellness choice. It boosts energy, immunity, and hydration naturally. Learn the 6 key benefits and how to consume it safely.
6 Reasons to Drink Sugarcane Juice in Winter
Discover why an occasional glass of sugarcane juice can boost winter immunity, energy, and hydration. Learn the smart way to include this desi drink in your cold-weather diet.
Sugar Industry Crisis: ₹75 Lakh Tonne Stock Blocks Funds
India's sugar industry faces a critical funds blockage due to high closing stocks. NFCSF urges higher MSP, export quotas & ethanol price revision to avert crisis. Read full analysis.
16,000 Vijayapura Grape Farmers Get Insurance Compensation
After threat of intensified protests, 16,000 grape farmers in Vijayapura district finally receive crop insurance compensation for 2024-25. Learn how drought, rains and crop diseases impacted growers.
Uttarakhand Raises Sugarcane SAP to ₹405 per Quintal
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami approves ₹30 per quintal SAP hike for sugarcane. Early variety now ₹405, general ₹395. Boost for farmer income & timely payments.
Karnataka Rubber Growers Demand Horticulture Status
Rubber growers in Karnataka face crisis as imports surge. Experts demand official horticulture crop recognition, MSP, and import regulations to save domestic industry.
Leopard Attacks in Bahraich: 1 Dead, 1 Critical
A 55-year-old woman died and an 8-year-old boy was critically injured in separate leopard attacks in Bahraich. Forest teams issue alerts and increase patrolling. Read more.
Punjab hikes sugarcane price to Rs 416 for 2025-26
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces Rs 416 per quintal sugarcane SAP for 2025-26 crushing season, making it India's highest rate. Farmers to benefit significantly from this pro-agriculture decision.
Maharashtra's 'Sugar Babies' Leopards Adapt to Farms
Forest officers in Maharashtra's Junnar nickname leopards 'Sugar babies' as they adapt to sugarcane fields. These predators see humans as backdrop, not danger. Learn how wildlife management is changing.
Maharashtra Plans Leopard Census in Sugarcane Fields
Rising leopard conflicts in Pune, Ahilyanagar, and Nashik prompt a first-of-its-kind census in agricultural landscapes. Experts reveal the technical challenges and urgent need for data.
Haryana's New Sugar Mill & Rs 415 Cane Price Boost
Haryana launches new cooperative sugar mill in Naraingarh and sets India's highest sugarcane price at Rs 415/quintal, supporting farmers with digital reforms.
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