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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…
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,…
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: 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…
India’s Fertiliser Sector Sees Strong Market Leadership, Reflecting Growth in Agri-Inputs Industry New Delhi, December 22, 2025 — India’s fertiliser and agri-input industry continues to demonstrate strong market confidence, with leading companies commanding significant market capitalisation. The latest data highlights how established players are shaping the country’s agricultural ecosystem amid rising demand for food security,…
Major Crops and Their Cultivation Areas in India New Delhi:India is an agrarian economy with diverse climatic zones and soil types, enabling the cultivation of a wide range of crops. Understanding the major crops in India and their cultivation areas is essential for farmers, policymakers, researchers, and agribusiness stakeholders to ensure food security and sustainable…
Soil is the foundation of agriculture, and its type and pH level play a decisive role in crop productivity, nutrient availability, and long-term soil health. Lets Understand Soil Types and pH Range. Experts emphasize that understanding soil characteristics is essential for farmers, gardeners, and policymakers aiming for sustainable and climate-resilient farming. Why Soil pH Matters…
Penang, Malaysia — 15 December 2025 — The Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN) has officially opened applications for its 2026 Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW), scheduled to take place in Penang, Malaysia from 26–30 April 2026. The workshop aims to build research and proposal writing capacity among early-career professionals focusing on climate and…
India’s agricultural future increasingly depends on collective strength rather than individual struggle. Recognising this, the Government of India has decided to extend the Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) scheme for another five years, aiming to resolve long-standing issues of finance, compliance, and sustainability faced by farmer collectives across the country. What is the FPO Scheme? A…
New Delhi, 23 December 2025 — Today, India celebrates National Farmers’ Day—also known as Kisan Diwas—a national observance dedicated to honoring the immense contributions of farmers to the country’s economy, food security, and rural life. The day falls on 23 December every year, marking the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh, India’s fifth prime minister…