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America’s Tariff War on Indian Agricultural Products: Impact, Consequences, and Policy Implications

Rajat Joshi4 weeks ago4 weeks ago19 mins

Introduction In an era of increasing globalization, agricultural trade has become deeply intertwined with geopolitics and economic diplomacy. The tariff war between the United States and India represents a significant departure from the principles of free trade and multilateral cooperation. While tariffs are often imposed to protect domestic industries or correct trade imbalances, their repercussions…

Soils of India and Crops Grown on Them – Types, Characteristics, and Agricultural Importance

Rajat Joshi4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

Introduction India’s agricultural diversity is deeply rooted in its varied soil resources. The country possesses a wide range of soil types due to differences in climate, relief, vegetation, and geological history. Understanding the soils of India and the crops grown on them is essential for sustainable agriculture, food security, and efficient land use planning. India…

Strengthening the Foundation: Modernising India’s Seed Law to Protect Farmers

pawni-uprari4 weeks ago4 weeks ago17 mins

Seeds are the very first building blocks of agricultural success. They determine crop vigour, yield potential, disease resistance and ultimately farmers’ income. But for decades, India’s regulatory system for seeds has lagged behind modern agriculture — relying on a law framed in 1966, before technological tools like digital traceability and quality assurance systems even existed….

Madua (Foxtail Millet): Uttarakhand’s Winter Super grain for Health and Sustainability

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago09 mins

Winter in Uttarakhand brings crisp mountain air, chilly mornings, and hearty cravings for warm, nutritious meals. Enter Madua, also known as Foxtail Millet, the small but mighty grain that has been a staple in the Himalayan diet for centuries. Lightweight, easy to cook, and packed with nutrients, Madua is more than just a traditional food—it’s…

Til in Winter: The Superfood That Warms, Strengthens, and Energizes You

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago19 mins

Winter mornings, chilly winds, and the temptation to hibernate can make anyone sluggish, but there’s one tiny seed that packs a punch to keep you warm, healthy, and energetic—Til, also known as sesame seeds. These little golden or black wonders aren’t just toppings for sweets; they are winter’s ultimate superfood, used in India for centuries…

Butterfly Pea Flower: The Magical Blue Tea Everyone’s Talking About

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago18 mins

Move over green tea and chamomile—there’s a new star in the tea world, and it’s as blue as the ocean. Meet the Butterfly Pea Flower, a stunning plant whose vibrant petals are turning ordinary tea routines into a colorful, Instagram-worthy experience. From wellness enthusiasts to home gardeners and herbal entrepreneurs, everyone is falling in love…

A Tiny Protein, A Giant Leap: India’s Second Green Revolution

pawni-uprari1 month ago1 month ago17 mins

Rewriting the Roots: How a Tiny Protein Flip Could Transform Indian Agriculture India’s agricultural heartland — from the vast wheat fields of Punjab to the sprawling rice paddies of Eastern Uttar Pradesh — may be on the cusp of one of the most consequential shifts in farming since the original Green Revolution of the 1960s…

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When the Sun Turns North and the Fire Warms the Fields: Makar Sankranti & Lohri

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago16 mins

In Indian villages, festivals don’t begin in temples or calendars—they begin in the fields. The smell of ripening crops, the changing angle of sunlight, the warmth returning after long winter nights—this is how celebrations are born. Makar Sankranti and Lohri are two such festivals that rise straight from the soil, carrying the emotions of farmers,…

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Bathua: The Winter Weed That Outsmarts Superfoods

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago17 mins

Why Chenopodium album Deserves a Spot on Your Plate and Your Farm Focus Keyword: Bathua (Chenopodium album)Secondary Keywords: Bathua benefits, Chenopodium nutrition, winter leafy vegetables, Bathua medicinal uses, quinoa family plant If superfoods had an Indian cousin who didn’t need fancy packaging or international branding, Bathua (Chenopodium album) would be it. Growing quietly along wheat…

India Overtakes China as the World’s Largest Rice Producer: Government Support, Agricultural Innovation, and Sustainability Challenges

Rajat Joshi1 month ago1 month ago210 mins

India Overtakes China as the World’s Largest Rice Producer: A Turning Point in Global Food Security India has entered a historic phase in its agricultural journey by surpassing China to become the world’s largest producer of rice. Recent estimates indicate that India’s rice production in the 2024–25 agricultural year crossed 150 million tonnes, overtaking China’s…