Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

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Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
13 Feb, 2026

​Farmers’ pulse, Pg10

India's pulse self-sufficiency mission faces challenges amid import pressures and procurement gaps, risking farmer distress and trade sensitivities.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEconomics of Animal Rearing
10 Feb, 2026

How US trade deal may alter India's feed market, Pg16

US trade deal may alter India's feed market by opening doors for sorghum and DDGS imports.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
9 Feb, 2026

‘Trade deal with U.S. enhances our relationship’, Pg11

India-U.S. trade deal nears completion, promising enhanced strategic ties and increased commodity trade, safeguarding Indian agriculture sensitivities.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsE Technology in Aid of Farmers
2 Feb, 2026

Bharat-VISTAAR to SHE Marts: Rural development gets a push, Pg15

Budget 2026-27 unveils Bharat-VISTAAR, SHE Marts, and high-value agriculture push with Rs 500 crore allocation for rural development.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentAccountability and Ethical Governance
27 Jan, 2026

When politics met policy shortcuts, Pg7

AP-Telangana water dispute escalates as political blame game overshadows legal and environmental concerns over Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
22 Jan, 2026

Why Punjab farmers want security fence moved closer to border with Pakistan, Pg19

Punjab seeks relocation of border fence to alleviate farmer restrictions, enhance land access, and address security concerns along the Pakistan border.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food Security
22 Jan, 2026

‘Goldilocks’ situation has kept food inflation at bay, Pg19

Favorable monsoon and moderate temperatures lead to bumper crop yields, easing food inflation concerns in India.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityBiotechnology
20 Jan, 2026

For weed-hit farms, science is surest antidote, Pg10

Root parasitic weeds threaten mustard farms; agricultural R&D crucial for herbicide-tolerant crops and food security amidst climate change.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
19 Jan, 2026

Why participatory science is crucial to tackling coconut root wilt disease, PgII

Participatory science crucial to tackle coconut root wilt disease affecting 30 lakh palms across major coconut-growing regions through phytoplasma.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
19 Jan, 2026

India's record rice output comes with challenges, Pg17

India surpasses China in rice production, faces challenges in water usage, crop diversification, and surplus stock management.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Jan, 2026

Agri emissions are high but output is increasing faster, Pg10

Agricultural output triples since 1961, emissions rise 45%, driven by enhanced productivity and resource efficiency, showcasing 'decoupling'.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
17 Jan, 2026

Food habits are changing. Farms must, too, Pg17

Changing Indian food habits necessitate agricultural diversification beyond rice and wheat, impacting farmer incomes and nutritional security.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFood Processing and Related IndustriesBiotechnology
12 Jan, 2026

The weed threat to mustard, and need for new solutions, Pg19

Parasitic weed threatens India's mustard crop, pushing farmers towards herbicide-resistant varieties and GM solutions to secure domestic edible oil production.

Parliament and State LegislaturesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
8 Jan, 2026

Applications received with suggestions for the 2025 Seeds Bill, Pg8

Government aims to introduce Seeds Bill 2025 in Parliament during Budget session's first phase, targeting enhanced seed quality.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in Agriculture
5 Jan, 2026

MGNREGA is synonymous with corruption: Chouhan, Pg11

Union Minister defends 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee' bill, slams MGNREGA for corruption, and unveils 184 climate-resilient seed varieties.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in Agriculture
5 Jan, 2026

Chouhan: India has surpassed China, is now world's largest rice producer, Pg7

India overtakes China as world's largest rice producer with 150.18 million tonnes output in 2024-25, says Agriculture Minister.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceInvestment Models
5 Jan, 2026

A lesson from Beed in raising farmers' incomes, Pg10

Beed farmers' income surges tenfold via Krishikul initiative, showcasing potential for nationwide agricultural transformation through fruit crop diversification.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsE Technology in Aid of FarmersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
3 Jan, 2026

How rice farmers can cut methane, and make money off it, Pg17

Rice farmers adopting alternate wetting and drying (AWD) can cut methane emissions and earn carbon credits, boosting income.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsE Technology in Aid of FarmersTechnology Missions in AgricultureBiotechnology
2 Jan, 2026

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
1 Jan, 2026

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

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