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Per Drop More Crop scheme covers 115 lakh hectares under micro-irrigation, boosting farmer income and water efficiency through financial aid and technology.
India's ethanol blending program faces sustainability challenges due to increasing reliance on grain feedstock, raising concerns over food security and water usage.
Vice-President launches India's first non-GMO high-expansion popcorn maize hybrid seed in Andhra Pradesh, boosting agricultural self-reliance and farmer incomes.
Government boosts regenerative agriculture across India with schemes like NMNF and PKVY, aiming for healthier soils, climate resilience, and improved farmer prosperity.
National Animal Disease Control Programme slashes FMD and Brucellosis outbreaks, driving 69% milk production growth and bolstering India's One Health pandemic readiness.
India's booming honey sector, second largest globally, hinges on safeguarding bees, diversifying exports, and boosting domestic consumption for sustainable economic growth.
Government details extensive schemes promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting productivity, water efficiency, and organic farming across India.
Government boosts domestic edible oil production with Rs 11,040 crore NMEO-OP and new NMEO-OS, targeting self-sufficiency and reducing imports.
Government approves Rs 5,659 crore KAPAS KANTI Mission to boost cotton productivity and production across 14 states by 2031.
ICAR achieves India's first fully annotated T2T pigeonpea genome, enabling climate-resilient, high-yielding varieties crucial for food security and farmer livelihoods.
Government boosts seed sector with 3,236 new varieties, SATHI portal, and global partnerships, enhancing climate resilience and agricultural productivity.
Expert warns India's cotton productivity collapse stems from degraded soils, urging focus on regenerative agriculture and varietal development over new GM seeds.
Policy failures, including seed price controls, crippled India's cotton productivity and biotech innovation, jeopardizing the new Rs 5,659 crore Cotton Productivity Mission's 2031 targets.
Research reveals plants' ability to detect vibrations, altering behavior and growth based on sound frequencies; phyto-acoustics crucial for sustainable agriculture.
Union Minister defends 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee' bill, slams MGNREGA for corruption, and unveils 184 climate-resilient seed varieties.
India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.
India advances genome editing in agriculture with rice and mustard trials, bypassing stringent GM regulations for enhanced crop yields.
Government revokes approval for 11 protein hydrolysate biostimulants due to ethical concerns and regulatory compliance issues.
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