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Technology in Agriculture
Efficiency and Sustainability: How Technology is Reshaping Agriculture and Food Processing in Indiaedit
Krishak Jagat – Online
India’s rich agricultural heritage has long been the backbone of its economy. However, with a rapidly growing population, the effects of climate change, and the need for efficient food processing, traditional practices are no longer sufficient. Technology plays a crucial role to address these challenges and ensure food security, increase productivity, improve the lives of the farmers, and enhance processing capabilities.
Paddy in India
10% paddy yet to be transplanted, Punjab officials anticipate spurt in farm fires post harvestedit
Hindustan Times – Online
Due to heavy rains and flooding in the last few weeks, the paddy crop over at least 10% area (6.25 lakh acres) is waiting to be transplanted in Punjab and the state agriculture department has set a deadline of August 8 to complete the process.As per agriculture departments figures, this season, paddy crop is sown over 31 lakh hectares (76 lakh acres) out of which premium aromatic basmati variety has been sown over more than 6 lakh hectares (15 lakh acres). The coarse variety paddy covered under minimum support price will be sown over 61 lakh acres