Farm Inputs
View AllTMG enhances genetic improvement efficiency with advanced traceability and phenotyping technology
Currently, 60 per cent of the processes involving the soybean genetic improvement programme already benefit from resources such as traceability labels; the company also invests in drones and testing robots
AgriTech
View AllCoromandel hikes its shareholding in climate-smart deep-tech company, Ecozen
Ecozen leverages advanced technologies including AI, IoT and energy storage to boost agricultural incomes and also significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and food losses
Agribusiness
View AllISMA releases India’s sugar production estimates; seeks 2 million tonnes exports
With favourable weather conditions and increased FRP projected to boost production, ISMA estimates a strong closing stock, advocating for strategic exports to benefit farmers, mills, and the economy
Policy
View AllCentre directs NCCF, NAFED to procure 5 LMT of onion for buffer requirement directly from farmers
For the procurement, NAFED and NCCF are to pre-register the onion farmers to ensure that payments to the farmers are transferred to their bank accounts through direct benefit transfer
Opinion
View AllPrecision farming revolutionises agriculture for smallholders, enhancing yields and sustainability
Precision farming is transforming agriculture in the Asia Pacific region, empowering farmers to enhance productivity, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and seize new market opportunities, Dr. Venkatram Vasantavada writes…
Allied Sectors
View AllSyngenta launches SapRaise smart seedling solution to enhance horticultural practices
The launch event featured demonstrations of the Syngenta India’s SapRaise system and opportunities for farmers to learn directly from experts in seedling technology
Agri Research
View AllICAR-CMFRI identifies two new species of needlefish from Indian waters
The analysis confirmed that these newly identified species have unique characteristics. New fishes were scientifically named as Ablennes joseberchmansis and Ablennes gracalii