Japan’s Mango Ban: A Wake-Up Call for India’s Premium Fruit Exports

Quarantine Concerns Halt Indian Mango Shipments to Japan After Two Decades Indian mangoes are famous worldwide for their great taste, smell, and the many kinds available. People especially like Alphonso from Maharashtra, Kesar from Gujarat, and popular varieties like Langra and Banganapalli. These mangoes usually do very well in international markets. But now, this good…

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From Groundnuts to Growth: Yadgir’s Women Lead a New Agricultural Revolution

India’s First Women-Led Agro-Processing Centre in the Region Opens New Horizons for Rural Entrepreneurship “When women lead, communities prosper.” In Yadgir, Karnataka, something important just happened for rural development. Women there are now running a new agro-processing center and a training facility for farmers. Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman opened it. People often say…

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Sbi and Plant Orbit Plantation Drive

SBI and Plant Orbit Lead Tree Plantation Drive at MIET Kumaun on World Environment Day

Haldwani: On the occasion of World Environment Day, a tree plantation and environmental awareness program was organized at MIET Kumaun on June 5, 2026. The initiative was conducted with the support of SBI Nainital Road, Haldwani, in collaboration with Plant Orbit, with the aim of promoting environmental responsibility and encouraging youth participation in sustainable practices….

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The Rainforest Alliance and Nature-Based Solutions at COP26

The Rainforest Alliance is taking part in the UNFCCC COP26 climate summit by underscoring the importance of nature-based solutions in tackling climate change. At a time when global temperatures are rising and ecosystems are under stress, such initiatives highlight the urgent need to align environmental conservation with economic activities. The organization’s focus areas include the…

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India’s “Red Gold”: The Untapped Potential of Saffron Farming

Saffron, often called “red gold,” is the most expensive spice in the world, with prices ranging from ₹2.5 lakh to ₹7 lakh per kilogram. It comes from the delicate stigmas of the saffron flower (Crocus sativus) and holds significant value in the culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic industries. Despite the high demand, India produces only about…

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Tariff War

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

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…

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Soils of India

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

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…

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seed act

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

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….

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