Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Current Affairs for UPSC

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Transport, farm fires keep air 'very poor', Pg3.

Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' as farm fires contribute significantly to PM2.5 levels, transport sector being major contributor.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

8 Nov, 2025

Transport, farm fires keep air 'very poor', Pg3.

Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'very poor' as farm fires contribute significantly to PM2.5 levels, transport sector being major contributor.

8 Nov, 2025

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Trouble in ‘soy State’, Pg9

Soybean farmers in Madhya Pradesh face crisis due to low yields, falling prices, and potential US imports, threatening livelihoods.

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

25 Oct, 2025

Trouble in ‘soy State’, Pg9

Soybean farmers in Madhya Pradesh face crisis due to low yields, falling prices, and potential US imports, threatening livelihoods.

25 Oct, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Is Punjab’s stubble burning problem really declining?, Pg12

Punjab's stubble burning shows decline in fire incidents but rise in total scorched area due to satellite limitations.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

24 Oct, 2025

Is Punjab’s stubble burning problem really declining?, Pg12

Punjab's stubble burning shows decline in fire incidents but rise in total scorched area due to satellite limitations.

24 Oct, 2025

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops, Pg16.

Coffee production imperiled as deforestation in Brazil leads to rainfall decline, crop failures, and potential price spikes by 2050.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

23 Oct, 2025

Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops, Pg16.

Coffee production imperiled as deforestation in Brazil leads to rainfall decline, crop failures, and potential price spikes by 2050.

23 Oct, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Post-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.

Post-Diwali, farm sector faces challenges with prices of key crops like soyabean and maize falling below MSP.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

22 Oct, 2025

Post-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.

Post-Diwali, farm sector faces challenges with prices of key crops like soyabean and maize falling below MSP.

22 Oct, 2025

Health Sector Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11

Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.

Health Sector Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

19 Oct, 2025

Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11

Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.

19 Oct, 2025

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Is landlockedness the reason for Bihar’s underdevelopment?, Pg11

Experts debate Bihar's underdevelopment, citing landlocked status, agricultural challenges, and historical policies as key factors hindering economic progress.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

17 Oct, 2025

Is landlockedness the reason for Bihar’s underdevelopment?, Pg11

Experts debate Bihar's underdevelopment, citing landlocked status, agricultural challenges, and historical policies as key factors hindering economic progress.

17 Oct, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Air in Delhi turns 'poor' after four months, high ozone levels recorded, Pg3.

Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' after four months, GRAP Stage 1 activated amid rising ozone and PM10 levels.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

15 Oct, 2025

Air in Delhi turns 'poor' after four months, high ozone levels recorded, Pg3.

Delhi's air quality dips to 'poor' after four months, GRAP Stage 1 activated amid rising ozone and PM10 levels.

15 Oct, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The grain of ethanol production, Pg14.

Ethanol blending shifts from sugar to grain, especially maize, raising concerns about food security and long-term sustainability.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

13 Oct, 2025

The grain of ethanol production, Pg14.

Ethanol blending shifts from sugar to grain, especially maize, raising concerns about food security and long-term sustainability.

13 Oct, 2025

Government Budgeting Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Grow export-oriented crops, Modi tells farmers, Pg7

PM Modi urges farmers to grow export-oriented crops, launches ₹11,000 crore Pulses Self-Reliance Mission benefiting 2 crore farmers.

Government Budgeting Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

12 Oct, 2025

Grow export-oriented crops, Modi tells farmers, Pg7

PM Modi urges farmers to grow export-oriented crops, launches ₹11,000 crore Pulses Self-Reliance Mission benefiting 2 crore farmers.

12 Oct, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Punjab farm fire cases fell 70% in 2024, but total scorched area shows a rising trend, Pg11.

Punjab witnessed a 70% drop in stubble-burning incidents in 2024 compared to 2023, but paradoxically, the total burnt area increased, sparking concerns about the accuracy of satellite-based fire data and effectiveness of pollution control measures.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Oct, 2025

Punjab farm fire cases fell 70% in 2024, but total scorched area shows a rising trend, Pg11.

Punjab witnessed a 70% drop in stubble-burning incidents in 2024 compared to 2023, but paradoxically, the total burnt area increased, sparking concerns about the accuracy of satellite-based fire data and effectiveness of pollution control measures.

5 Oct, 2025

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Govt identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts, UP tops list, Pg8.

Centre unveils PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts across 29 states, with UP leading at 12 districts.

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

4 Oct, 2025

Govt identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts, UP tops list, Pg8.

Centre unveils PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts across 29 states, with UP leading at 12 districts.

4 Oct, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

Govt pulls nod for 11 biostimulants, Pg1.

Government revokes approval for 11 protein hydrolysate biostimulants due to ethical concerns and regulatory compliance issues.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

3 Oct, 2025

Govt pulls nod for 11 biostimulants, Pg1.

Government revokes approval for 11 protein hydrolysate biostimulants due to ethical concerns and regulatory compliance issues.

3 Oct, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Technology Missions in Agriculture

Cabinet hikes MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat sees ₹160 increase, Pg7.

Government raises MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat gets ₹160 hike; ₹11,440 crore pulses mission approved for self-sufficiency.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Technology Missions in Agriculture

2 Oct, 2025

Cabinet hikes MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat sees ₹160 increase, Pg7.

Government raises MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat gets ₹160 hike; ₹11,440 crore pulses mission approved for self-sufficiency.

2 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Land Reforms in India

More women employed in agriculture, but half of them are unpaid, Pg7

Indian agriculture witnesses feminization, yet half of women remain unpaid; trade and technology offer pathways for economic empowerment.

Women and Women's Organizations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Land Reforms in India

30 Sep, 2025

More women employed in agriculture, but half of them are unpaid, Pg7

Indian agriculture witnesses feminization, yet half of women remain unpaid; trade and technology offer pathways for economic empowerment.

30 Sep, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Biotechnology

Clustering maize plants together can improve their insect resistance, Pg2

Study reveals maize plants use 'linalool' to communicate insect attacks, triggering defense mechanisms in crowded fields, enhancing resilience.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Biotechnology

29 Sep, 2025

Clustering maize plants together can improve their insect resistance, Pg2

Study reveals maize plants use 'linalool' to communicate insect attacks, triggering defense mechanisms in crowded fields, enhancing resilience.

29 Sep, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Once again, anger over Almatti, Pg7

Almatti Dam dispute reignites tensions between Telangana and Karnataka over Krishna River water sharing, impacting irrigation and politics.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

24 Sep, 2025

Once again, anger over Almatti, Pg7

Almatti Dam dispute reignites tensions between Telangana and Karnataka over Krishna River water sharing, impacting irrigation and politics.

24 Sep, 2025

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Biotechnology

Why is India not importing corn from the U.S.?, Pg8

US pressures India to import corn amid trade disputes and ethanol blending goals, impacting farmers and import substitution efforts.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Biotechnology

23 Sep, 2025

Why is India not importing corn from the U.S.?, Pg8

US pressures India to import corn amid trade disputes and ethanol blending goals, impacting farmers and import substitution efforts.

23 Sep, 2025

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

A document past its time, Pg 14.

Indus Water Treaty faces climate change and political challenges, needs data sharing framework for effective water management between India, Pakistan.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

20 Sep, 2025

A document past its time, Pg 14.

Indus Water Treaty faces climate change and political challenges, needs data sharing framework for effective water management between India, Pakistan.

20 Sep, 2025

Poverty and Hunger Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

FAO reports 40.4% of Indians can't afford healthy diet; urges diversification from cereals to pulses, fruits, and vegetables.

Poverty and Hunger Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

15 Sep, 2025

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

FAO reports 40.4% of Indians can't afford healthy diet; urges diversification from cereals to pulses, fruits, and vegetables.

15 Sep, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Transport, farm fires keep air 'very poor', Pg3.

Transport, farm fires keep air 'very poor', Pg3.

Trouble in ‘soy State’, Pg9

Trouble in ‘soy State’, Pg9

Is Punjab’s stubble burning problem really declining?, Pg12

Is Punjab’s stubble burning problem really declining?, Pg12

Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops, Pg16.

Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops, Pg16.

Post-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.

Post-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.

Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11

Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11

Is landlockedness the reason for Bihar’s underdevelopment?, Pg11

Is landlockedness the reason for Bihar’s underdevelopment?, Pg11

Air in Delhi turns 'poor' after four months, high ozone levels recorded, Pg3.

Air in Delhi turns 'poor' after four months, high ozone levels recorded, Pg3.

The grain of ethanol production, Pg14.

The grain of ethanol production, Pg14.

Grow export-oriented crops, Modi tells farmers, Pg7

Grow export-oriented crops, Modi tells farmers, Pg7

Punjab farm fire cases fell 70% in 2024, but total scorched area shows a rising trend, Pg11.

Punjab farm fire cases fell 70% in 2024, but total scorched area shows a rising trend, Pg11.

Govt identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts, UP tops list, Pg8.

Govt identifies 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts, UP tops list, Pg8.

Govt pulls nod for 11 biostimulants, Pg1.

Govt pulls nod for 11 biostimulants, Pg1.

Cabinet hikes MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat sees ₹160 increase, Pg7.

Cabinet hikes MSP for six Rabi crops, wheat sees ₹160 increase, Pg7.

More women employed in agriculture, but half of them are unpaid, Pg7

More women employed in agriculture, but half of them are unpaid, Pg7

Clustering maize plants together can improve their insect resistance, Pg2

Clustering maize plants together can improve their insect resistance, Pg2

Once again, anger over Almatti, Pg7

Once again, anger over Almatti, Pg7

Why is India not importing corn from the U.S.?, Pg8

Why is India not importing corn from the U.S.?, Pg8

A document past its time, Pg 14.

A document past its time, Pg 14.

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

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