Media Monitor
Agriculture Industry
Rice prices are touching the sky. What measures is the government taking to bring them down?edit
Recently, the Indian government made it compulsory for all wholesalers, retailers, and traders to announce their rice stocks. Moreover, the launch of “Bharat rice” is also announced by the government in order to cut down the prices of rice in the market.
Coming soon: Integrated e-platform for agricultural sector in Rajasthanedit
The Rajasthan government is putting stress on increasing the use of information technology (IT) in the agricultural sector to help farmers. Recently, Chief Minister (CM) Bhajanlal Sharma said his government would prepare an online integrated platform that would put the activities of agriculture, marketing, animal husbandry, dairy, and horticulture in one place.
Competition
Sonalika launches 10 heavy-duty ‘Tiger’ tractors in 40-75 HP segmentedit
Sonalika Tractors has introduced its heavy-duty ‘Tiger’ tractors with powerful yet fuel-efficient engines. The tractor range has 10 ‘TIGER’ advanced heavy-duty tractors in 40-75 HP segment. This latest range of tractors has been ‘Designed in Europe’ with 5 new engine options which include the industry’s best and biggest engines (CRDS & HDM+), the widest range of 5 different multi-speed transmissions to handle different operations, and 3 different advanced & intelligent 5G hydraulics giving a choice of over 140+ auto settings.
Farm Mechanization
Adapting traditional farming practices like ‘Krishi Panchang’ for climate-smart agricultureedit
‘Krishi Panchang’ refers to the traditional Indian agricultural almanac that provides vital information for farmers on the best times to undertake various agricultural activities based on the position of planets and stars. These almanacs have been in use for centuries to guide farmers on auspicious days for sowing, planting, harvesting, treatment of seeds, and other farm-related rituals.
Solar Technology in Agriculture: Here’s How Government is Supporting Sustainable Approach to Energy and Water Managementedit
Energy is one of the cheapest energy sources in agriculture and energy sources such as fossil fuels harm the environment and affect agriculture. Therefore, the use of solar energy in agriculture both reduces costs and benefits the environment. Additionally, as resources decrease, dependence on fossil fuels becomes unsustainable.