The Arunachal Times – Online

Altogether 17 paddy dehusking machines, 3 bush cutters, 3 mini rotary tillers and one power tiller were distributed to beneficiaries under Atma Nirbhar Krishi Yojna by Tirap deputy commissioner Taro Mize in the office premises of district agriculture office here on Tuesday last. District agriculture officer (DAO) Pangnyai Khoisia informed that earlier 2 nos. of tractors were distributed to the beneficiaries by Khonsa ADC under the same scheme. While interacting with the beneficiaries, the DC urged them to make best use of the machinery and create awareness among their fellow farmers about the necessity and importance of modern agricultural tools. He also advised them to convince other farmers of their villages to avail such ...

Hindustan Times – Online

Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday launched a portal to facilitate paddy farmers opting for the direct seeding of rice (DSR). Mann said the initiative will be instrumental in compiling data about each farmer who has opted for this water-saving technology besides ensuring payment of ₹1,500 per acre after verification of genuine beneficiaries. Additional chief secretary, agriculture, Sarvjit Singh said that after verification, the incentive will be directly transferred into the bank accounts of farmers. The portal (https://agrimachinerypb.com/home/DSR22) has been developed by the Mandi Board and agriculture department. According to officials, the DSR technology will lead to at least 15-20% saving of water besides helping in effective percolation of water and ultimately improving the ...