Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

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Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesTechnology Missions in Agriculture
6 May, 2026

Govt. hikes sugarcane FRP by ₹10 per quintal, Pg14

Sugarcane FRP hiked to ₹365/quintal for 2026-27 season; ₹5,659 crore "Mission for Cotton Productivity" approved to boost cotton sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
2 May, 2026

IFFCO, IPL fertilisers meant for rabi season found 'non-standard' in Chouhan's Vidisha, Pg6

Substandard IFFCO, IPL fertilizers discovered in Vidisha, raising concerns over quality control during crucial rabi season; sale halted.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesConservation, Pollution and Degradation
29 Apr, 2026

Indonesia's new biofuel push could make cooking oil expensive in India, Pg17

Indonesia's B50 biofuel push threatens India's cooking oil supply, potentially raising prices and impacting food inflation amid geopolitical tensions.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
28 Apr, 2026

Where fossil fuel shocks hurt India's farms, Pg17

Fossil fuel dependence in Indian agriculture threatens food security amidst global supply disruptions and rising input costs post Green Revolution.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityBiotechnology
23 Apr, 2026

Iran war: The fertiliser challenge India faces, and the possible way out, Pg15

Iran conflict disrupts fertilizer supply, doubling prices and threatening India's Kharif season; biostimulants offer a solution for enhanced nutrient efficiency.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
21 Apr, 2026

War impact: Core industries' output dropped 0.4% in March, Pg17

West Asia war shrinks core sector output by 0.4% in March, fertilizer production declines 24.6% amid supply disruptions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
14 Apr, 2026

SC seeks Centre’s response to plea on proper MSP for crops, Pg12

Supreme Court scrutinizes plea for MSP based on weighted average production cost amid farmer suicides, seeks Centre's response.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
13 Apr, 2026

Why Iran energy shock hasn't spread to food, yet, Pg18

Iran energy crisis impact: Global food prices remain stable due to abundant supplies, but biofuel diversion poses future risk.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
13 Apr, 2026

Amid war's lengthening shadows, the need to reform fertiliser policy, Pg11

Fertilizer policy overhaul urged amid import dependence and rising global prices due to geopolitical instability, impacting India's food security.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
9 Apr, 2026

‘West Asia conflict’s effect kept in mind’: Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy, Pg7

Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy to Rs 41,533 crore amid West Asia conflict.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
6 Apr, 2026

It's time to insulate food from oil shocks, Pg10

Global food prices remain stable despite oil price surge; biofuel mandates and agrochemical shortages pose future risks.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
1 Apr, 2026

Iran war: Agrochemicals stress and inflation worry, Pg19

Iran war threatens India's agrochemical supply, potentially raising fertilizer and pesticide costs, impacting crop yields and food prices.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
1 Apr, 2026

Behind PM’s ethanol pitch at Jewar: UP’s cane belt, 50 lakh farmers & 2027 polls, Pg16

UP's ethanol production surges, fueled by sugarcane farmers, ahead of 2027 elections, promising economic and political gains.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
30 Mar, 2026

Crisis must spur efficient use of resources, Pg8

Geopolitical crisis necessitates efficient resource use, reduced import dependence, and policy reforms for sustainable growth in India.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
30 Mar, 2026

We need a green exit from the urea trap, Pg8

India eyes green urea production by 2028, aiming for self-reliance and reduced import dependency amid geopolitical uncertainties.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
30 Mar, 2026

How fresh talks unveil deep faultlines between rich & developing nations, Pg11

WTO faces reform gridlock as rich-developing nations clash over trade rules, special treatment, and agriculture priorities at MC14.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
28 Mar, 2026

‘Trade deal with India not far-off, but still has gaps’, Pg10

U.S.-India trade deal faces hurdles over pulses, tariff reductions, and e-commerce; 'Special 301' investigations add complexity.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
28 Mar, 2026

Sebi extends trading ban in 7 agri commodity derivatives, Pg17

SEBI extends ban on derivatives trading in seven agricultural commodities until March 31, 2027, aiming to control price volatility.

Parliament and State LegislaturesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
28 Mar, 2026

Panel: Take steps to protect farmers against cheap edible oil imports, Pg10

Parliamentary panel recommends dynamic import duties on edible oils and 20% safeguard duty on palm oil to protect Indian farmers.

Parliament and State LegislaturesFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
23 Mar, 2026

Rice, wheat procurement is ‘consistently’ low: panel, Pg12

Parliamentary panel flags consistently low rice, wheat procurement versus estimates, urges improved planning and state coordination for effective MSP operations.

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