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  1. Andhra Chief Minister lauds state's Natural Farming Organization for receiving Gulbenkian Award for Humanity

    Andhra Chief Minister lauds state's Natural Farming Organization for receiving Gulbenkian Award for Humanity

    Amaravati Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday praised the Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) organization for bagging the Gulbenkian Humanity Prize 2024.The Prime Minister noted that the APCNF model is unique as it improves the livelihoods of farmers, helps build...
  2. Indian-origin soil scientist wins prestigious Gulbenkian Award for Andhra's natural farming program

    Indian-origin soil scientist wins prestigious Gulbenkian Award for Andhra's natural farming program

    New Delhi, Two Indian entities have received the prestigious 2024 Gulbenkian Humanity Prize for their pioneering work in sustainable agriculture, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation announced on Friday.The Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) program and Dr. Rattan Lal, a...
  3. Himachal government approves Rs 201 crore for milk processing plant

    Himachal government approves Rs 201 crore for milk processing plant

    He said the initial capacity of the plant at Dhagwar in Kangra will be 1.50 lakh liters per day (LLPD) which can be further expanded to three LLPD. “This fully automated plant aims to produce a variety of dairy products like curd, lassi, butter, ghee, paneer, flavored milk, khoya and mozzarella...
  4. Regional consultation program on natural farming will be held in Lucknow on 19th July.

    Regional consultation program on natural farming will be held in Lucknow on 19th July.

    Lucknow, on the initiative of the central government, a regional consultation program on natural farming and agricultural sciences will be held here on July 19, Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi told reporters on Tuesday.Around 500 representatives from 12 states/Union...
  5. Uttar Pradesh to host regional consultation program on natural farming and agronomy

    Uttar Pradesh to host regional consultation program on natural farming and agronomy

    Around 500 representatives from 12 states including the host state, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Chandigarh will participate in the event.Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat will be the chief guest...
  6. DDA's move to demolish houses in Chilla Khadar 'inhumane', alleges former Delhi Congress chief

    DDA's move to demolish houses in Chilla Khadar 'inhumane', alleges former Delhi Congress chief

    New Delhi: Former Delhi Congress chief Anil Chaudhary on Monday alleged that the DDA, in violation of a court order, demolished around 200 houses in Chilla Khadar, leaving hundreds of poor people with no alternative place to relocate. Found, even though he had legitimate property. Residential...
  7. Farmers who have adopted natural farming on a large scale in Gujarat say that it leads to higher profits and is beneficial for the soil.

    Farmers who have adopted natural farming on a large scale in Gujarat say that it leads to higher profits and is beneficial for the soil.

    Gir Somnath (Gujarat) [India], Farmers are adopting natural farming in Gujarat with much interest as they say it generates more profits through increasing demand for organically grown produce, reduced costs due to sourced inputs local and at the same time have benefits for the soil and the...
  8. Biggest pineapple consignment of the year has raised hopes of farmers in Tripura

    Biggest pineapple consignment of the year has raised hopes of farmers in Tripura

    Agartala (Tripura) [India], Pineapple farmers in Tripura have achieved a significant feat by producing a record breaking 30 metric tonnes (MT) of pineapples.This historic development, led by the Sheel Biotech team in collaboration with Tripura State Organic Farming Development Agency...
  9. 5th edition of CII Himachal Pradesh Apple Conclave concludes in Shimla

    5th edition of CII Himachal Pradesh Apple Conclave concludes in Shimla

    Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], The 5th CII Himachal Pradesh Apple Conclave concluded on Wednesday with a renewed commitment to foster collaboration and innovation in the apple farming industry.With more than 500 apple growers in attendance from across the state, participants expressed...
  10. Death of 12 people due to fire in agricultural field in Türkiye brought under control

    Death of 12 people due to fire in agricultural field in Türkiye brought under control

    The fire broke out Thursday night in stubble in farming areas spanning the Sinar district of Diyarbakir province and the Majiddağ district of Mardin province, according to a statement by Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, Xinhua news agency reported on Saturday.Yerlikaya said on Friday that the...
  11. Proposal for use of AI in farming will be placed in the parliamentary session: Sharad Pawar

    Proposal for use of AI in farming will be placed in the parliamentary session: Sharad Pawar

    Pune, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Saturday said that the topic of use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in farming will be raised in the upcoming session of Parliament.Addressing the media along with his brother Prataprao Pawar and Lok Sabha member Supriya Sule, the veteran...
  12. More than 30 thousand self-help groups were trained as “Krishi Sakhi” to enhance agricultural skills of rural women.

    More than 30 thousand self-help groups were trained as “Krishi Sakhi” to enhance agricultural skills of rural women.

    New Delhi [India], Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute certificates to over 30,000 self-help groups trained as Krishi Sakhi to work as para extension workers during his visit to Varanasi today.The objective of the program is to realize the important role and contribution of women in...
  13. JR Farms promotes organic farming and sustainability in India

    JR Farms promotes organic farming and sustainability in India

    VMPLNew Delhi [India], June 18: JR Farms, a leading proponent of organic farming and sustainability in India, continues to lead initiatives aimed at bridging the gap between smallholder organic farmers and fair markets. With a strong commitment to quality, transparency and community, JR Farms...
  14. Explainer: Who is the 'Krishi Sakhi' to be honored by PM Modi in Varanasi?

    Explainer: Who is the 'Krishi Sakhi' to be honored by PM Modi in Varanasi?

    He will also transfer the 17th installment of Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) worth over Rs 20,000 crore to about 9.6 crore farmers.The felicitation of Krishi Sakhis reflects the Modi government's sincere efforts to extend its reach to the rural community by appreciating the contribution of...
  15. PM Modi will give certificates to 30,000 Krishi Sakhis in Varanasi

    PM Modi will give certificates to 30,000 Krishi Sakhis in Varanasi

    Krishi Sakhi is a dimension of the government's program to create 3 crore 'Lakhpati Didi'. Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP) aims to drive change in rural India through empowerment of women by further enhancing their skills by providing training and certification to Krishi Sakhis as...
  16. ICAR ties up with Coromandel International to leverage soil test-based datasets for better crops

    ICAR ties up with Coromandel International to leverage soil test-based datasets for better crops

    New Delhi [India], Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning (NBSS&LUP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with fertilizer company Coromandel International (CIL).Company Coromandel International gave this information in a filing to...
  17. India's Siddhesh Sakre named Land Hero B One Agency

    India's Siddhesh Sakre named Land Hero B One Agency

    On the occasion of World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, UNCCD announced the names of 10 Land Heroes at an event in Bonn, Germany on Sunday.Apart from Sakore, other Land Heroes are from Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Mali, Moldova, Morocco, Philippines, the US and Zimbabwe.Sakore...
  18. Government helps Pune-based firm 'Electric Bull' on EV technology in farming

    Government helps Pune-based firm 'Electric Bull' on EV technology in farming

    The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) provided assistance to the firm in the national capital on May 27.TDB Secretary Rajesh Kumar Pathak said, "We are dedicated to enhancing indigenous capabilities and supporting innovative projects that...
  19. Davangere Sugar Company Limited announces 45 KLPD capacity expansion, aims to grow additional 15000 acres of sugarcane

    Davangere Sugar Company Limited announces 45 KLPD capacity expansion, aims to grow additional 15000 acres of sugarcane

    PNNMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3: Davangere Sugar Company Limited (DSCL) (BSE: 543267, NSE: DAVANGERE), a leader in Sugar, Sustainable Power and Ethanol Solutions, proudly announces the expansion of its distillery and operations. Is. ,45 KLPD additional capacity expansion of grain...
  20. From corporate life to organic farming: an inspiring journey of soil stories

    From corporate life to organic farming: an inspiring journey of soil stories

    India PR Distributio Delhi/NCR [India], May 27: Arthi Tales, a leading name in organic food, is once again making its mark with its food products grown 100 percent chemical-free. With a deep belief in the power of organic farming and a profound commitment to quality, Arthi Tales has been serving...
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