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Anticipating bumper harvest, the government aims to procure 31.2 million tonnes of wheat in the current marketing season. (PTI)

Bumper harvest: Govt wheat purchase crosses 3 mt

2 min read . 13 Apr 2025

Wheat production in the rabi season of 2024-25 is expected to be a record 115.43 million tonnes on account of strong acreage and favourable weather. (PTI)

Centre asks traders to disclose wheat stock every Friday

2 min read . 25 Mar 2025

Currently, the price of soybean oil in the wholesale market hovers at ₹129 -132 per kg.

Industry differs with govt on soybean output, says edible oil price to stay high

3 min read . 22 Mar 2025

The potential closure of these so-called AgWaterTech startups could slow down innovation in irrigation, delaying the adoption of smart water management technologies crucial for addressing India’s agricultural water crisis, experts said. (Mint)

Funding woes threaten farm water tech startups, say experts

3 min read . 28 Feb 2025

With demand rising, any supply shortfall could push up prices. (Mint)

India may extend duty-free urad imports as supplies keep falling

2 min read . 11 Feb 2025

In partnership with states, the Centre will launch the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana to boost agriculture in 100 districts with low productivity, moderate crop intensity and below-average credit parameters.

Will investors flock to agri-stocks after the Budget?

4 min read . 02 Feb 2025

Budget 2025: a push to raise farm yields

3 min read . 01 Feb 2025

Allowing farmers to hedge price risks and aligning cultivation patterns with market demand, the survey argued, would enhance productivity while preserving natural resources. (Bloomberg)

Economic Survey calls for market-driven agriculture

4 min read . 31 Jan 2025

The Centre plans to develop climate-resilient seed varieties to boost productivity and improve farmers' incomes.

Budget 2025: Money for developing high-yielding, climate-resilient seeds

3 min read . 26 Jan 2025

The present state of agriculture needs a highly decentralised, regional and State-specific approach to planning and implementation. (Mint)

A four-point wish list for Indian agriculture

3 min read . 21 Jan 2025

Onion prices have posed a headache for governments over the years, with its volatile prices figuring in election campaigns. (PTI)

Source, stock and transport: The plan for private firms in onion logistics

3 min read . 21 Jan 2025

This test is designed to evaluate a tractor's ability to operate effectively in the wet and challenging conditions of paddy fields, ensuring their functionality is not compromized.

Centre mandates waterproofing test for tractors used in wetland cultivation

3 min read . 10 Jan 2025

A farmer burns paddy stubble near Nabha road, in Patiala, India. (Bharat Bhushan /Hindustan Times)

A tech solution to crop insurance woes?

2 min read . 03 Jan 2025

Madan Sabnavis, chief economist, Bank of Baroda.

Transiting from 2024 to 2025 will have its uncertainties

4 min read . 26 Dec 2024

India is home to 303 million cattle, 112 million buffalos, 150 million goats and 75 million sheep.

India takes the marine route to tackle bovine burps in climate change fight

3 min read . 28 Nov 2024

According to the 20th census, India has 536.76 million farm animals, making it the world's second-largest livestock population. (Bloomberg News)

'More investment is needed to expand the lab network to ensure livestock health'

3 min read . 25 Oct 2024

Centre to resume sale of subsidised Bharat chana dal, battling food inflation

3 min read . 22 Oct 2024

Data shows that the share of rural women working in agriculture rose from 71% of all rural female workers in 2018-19 to 77% in 2023-24.

Workers flocking to farms: what’s behind the data?

2 min read . 09 Oct 2024

Production of oil seeds have come down by 4.22% from 4.13 million tonne in FY23 to 3.95 million tonne in FY24.

The hot potato of GM crops is back on the government's menu

5 min read . 24 Sep 2024

Micro Amul: Are farmer-run companies the next big idea in Indian agriculture?

10 min read . 17 Sep 2024