Media Monitor
Agriculture Industry
Tech Transfer To AP Farmers Will Increase Value For Agricultural Productsedit
The State government has taken a revolutionary step in the development of the Agriculture sector by imparting technology and knowledge transfer to farmers in the state. As per the agreements, the organisations are going to provide holistic technical assistance for the farmers to create a sustainable environment and increase the income levels of the farmers. Institutions like Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), National Institute of Plant Health Management, M S Swaminathan Research Foundation, Central Fertiliser Quality and Training Institute, National Seed Research and Training Institute etc have been partnered with the State government
After wheat, rice, govt targets to make India surplus in pulsesedit
After wheat and rice, the government targets to make the country surplus in pulses, catering to demand from other countries, agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar has said. However, the ambitious target can be achieved when the productivity of pulses is raised, which is still below pre-Green Revolution levels, he added. Stating that India is almost on the path to become self-sufficient in pulses, Tomar said: “As of now, maximum of the domestic requirement is being met in India itself. We will further boost pulses production and will also help in meeting the global demand.”
Top Technology Trends In Agriculture Sectoredit
In today’s rapidly changing world, the growth and development of each aspect of our lives are heavily dependent on technology. When it comes to the use of technology, agriculture has never been far behind. In fact, this sector has been extremely proactive about the use of technological innovations in recent years. As a result, many of the traditional farming methods have now started making way for modern farming methods that leverage technology.
Crop insurance scheme likely to give more flexibility to states and farmersedit
The government is planning to revamp its flagship crop insurance scheme – Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) – by giving more flexibility and freedom to states and farmers in choosing insurance products for risk hedging as per the proneness of the particular state to the specific weather vagary. Currently, farmers across the country don’t have any choice. There is one single comprehensive insurance product, which covers risks right from pre-sowing to post harvesting.
How traceability and streamlining can improve farmers’ income and exportedit
Country of origin has been known to have great impact on consumer perceptions and exports for a long time now. When one thinks of almonds, coffee, apples or cheese, a specific country comes to mind. This not only defines and negates perceived risk, but also has a chance of commanding a better price.
India on track to become self-sufficient in pulses production: Agriculture Ministeredit
India, the world’s largest consumer and importer of pulses, is on track to become self-sufficient in production of the protein-rich commodity and will further boost the output to meet global demand, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said on Monday. He mentioned that the government has taken many measures including hike in the minimum support price and procurement of pulses to support farmers.
The country had produced 23.40 million tonnes of pulses during 2018-19 crop year (Jully-June), still short of annual domestic demand of 26-27 million tonnes. The gap is met through imports.
Patiala: Tomato farmers allege crop damage due to poor weather, officials unawareedit
A number of tomato farmers in the villages of Sanaur division in Patiala district of Punjab claimed that their crop has been damaged due to poor weather conditions and fog thus leading to attack of ‘blight’ decease on the crop. However, the horticulture department and agriculture department claimed they were unaware of any such reports of crop destruction in the district so far.
India on track to become self-sufficient in pulses production: Agriculture Ministeredit
India, the world’s largest consumer and importer of pulses, is on track to become self-sufficient in production of the protein-rich commodity and will further boost the output to meet global demand, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said on Monday.
He mentioned that the government has taken many measures including hike in the minimum support price and procurement of pulses to support farmers.
Farmers celebrate Edappadi K Palaniswami’s protected agri zone moveedit
Delta farmers have welcomed chief minister Edappadi K Palaniswami’s promise at Salem that the Cauvery delta region would be converted into a protected agricultural zone. While celebrating the announcement by bursting crackers and distributing sweets, they demanded immediate steps for its implementation. They said the government must pass an ordinance and urge the Centre to publish it in its gazette.
Climate change to blame for ‘plague-like’ locust attacks in Rajasthan, Gujarat, say expertsedit
The ongoing locust attack in Rajasthan and Gujarat that has destroyed crops over nearly 1.7 lakh hectares of farmland is an indirect consequence of climate change, said experts Sunday at the Centre for Science and Environment’s (CSE) annual media conclave in Rajasthan.
Budget
Himachal CM Jai Ram Thakur Promises To Double Farmers’ Income In State By 2022edit
Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur on Monday announced that the state government aims to ‘double’ farmers income by the year 2022. To attain this, it’s focus will be on empowering farmer organisations and Self Help Groups (SHGs), he said. Thakur was speaking at the inaugural session of an international workshop on “Impact of crop diversification on farmers income and food security” at Dharamshala.
Govt. Policies
AP Govt Inks MoU With 11 Agri Institutions To Help Farmersedit
The Andhra Pradesh government on Monday signed a “path-breaking” memoranda of understanding with 11 premier agricultural institutions in the country to usher in revolutionary changes in the sector through technology and knowledge transfer to farmers in the state.
The institutions will provide “holistic technical assistance”, leading to a sustainable increase in farmers income using organic and natural farming processes. Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy supervised the exchange of MoUs between the state Agriculture Department and institutions, including the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), National Institute of Plant Health Management, M S Swaminathan Research Foundation, Central Fertiliser Quality and Training Institute and National Seed Research and Training Institute at his camp office.