Agriculture

Assam Tea Sector Faces Climate‑Induced Labor Crisis

Rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns are pushing tea workers in Assam to the brink, creating a labor shortage that threatens the region's tea production.

01 Nov 2026

Ludhiana: Discussion held on improving Beetal goat breed quality

A discussion was organized in Ludhiana to address strategies for improving the breed quality of the indigenous Beetal goat.

01 Nov 2026

Himachal Villages Tackle Climate Change via New Crops and Spring Revival

Villages in Himachal Pradesh are adapting to climate change by introducing new crop varieties and reviving dried-up springs to ensure water security.

01 Nov 2026

Himachal Pradesh villages embrace climate‑resilient practices, CEEW study finds

A recent Centre for Environment Education and Women (CEEW) study reports that villages across Himachal Pradesh are adopting climate‑resilient techniques to safeguard agriculture and livelihoods.

01 Nov 2026

Bicholim FPO Seeks German Help to Revive 1,200 Hectares of Fallow Land

The Bicholim Farmers Producer Organization is exploring partnerships with German experts to restore 1,200 hectares of unused agricultural land.

31 Oct 2026

Fire engulfs acres of poppy fields in Jalandhar's Pauranpur village

A significant fire broke out in Pauranpur village, Jalandhar, consuming several acres of poppy crops. The incident has raised concerns regarding crop loss and local safety.

31 Oct 2026

Maharashtra Allocates 5% District Funds for Fodder, Bans Interstate Movement

The Maharashtra government has directed districts to allocate 5% of their funds for fodder schemes and has prohibited the interstate movement of livestock to manage the ongoing drought.

31 Oct 2026

Haryana: 16 Lakh Farmers Get ₹325 Crore Under PM-KISAN 24th Instalment

Over 16 lakh farmers in Haryana have received the 24th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme, totaling ₹325 crore, as stated by state officials.

31 Oct 2026

Haryana Farmers Protest Against Sugarcane Price Hike

Farmers in Haryana staged protests demanding a rollback of the recent increase in sugarcane prices, labeling the hike as unjust.

31 Oct 2026

India to Host ICAR-CGIAR Science Week 2027 in New Delhi

India will host the ICAR-CGIAR Science and Partnership Week 2027 in New Delhi from April 12 to 17, expecting over 5,000 delegates.

31 Oct 2026

John Deere 5060E: 60‑HP Tractor Designed for Heavy‑Duty Farm Tasks

John Deere has unveiled the 5060E, a 60‑horsepower tractor engineered for demanding farm operations.

31 Oct 2026

Karnataka to Witness Bandh by Sugarcane Farmers

Sugarcane farmers in Karnataka have called for a state-wide bandh today to protest against the delay in sugarcane price payments by sugar mills.

31 Oct 2026