Agriculture

Adverse Weather Affects Marigold Cultivation Ahead of Dussehra

Marigold growers have reported crop damage due to adverse weather conditions ahead of Dussehra. The situation has raised concerns about flower supply for the festive season.

15 Oct 2026

Uttarakhand CM Announces Relief Package for Hailstorm‑Hit Farmers

The chief minister of Uttarakhand announced a relief scheme for farmers whose crops were damaged by a recent hailstorm, outlining immediate assistance and support measures.

15 Oct 2026

Assam Agricultural University Urged to Boost Research and Farmer‑Centric Education

Agricultural experts and state officials have called on Assam Agricultural University to intensify its research programmes and align its curricula more closely with farmers' needs, according to EdexLive.

15 Oct 2026

Govt Ramps Up Stubble Management as Harvest Reaches Final Stages

With the harvest entering its final phase, the government has stepped up stubble management initiatives to curb burning and improve crop residue handling.

15 Oct 2026

IRF Reports on Telangana Rice Prices Amid Market Concerns

The Indian Rice Exporters Federation has highlighted recent movements in rice prices in Telangana, noting their effect on farmers and consumers.

15 Oct 2026

Farmers Protest at Karnataka Toll Plaza Halts NH-48 Traffic

Farmers staged a protest at a toll plaza on NH‑48 in Karnataka, causing significant traffic delays. Maharashtra police advised motorists to use alternate routes.

15 Oct 2026

Crop insurers brace for higher claim payouts in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka

Insurance firms anticipate a rise in crop insurance claims from farmers in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka, according to the Economic Times.

15 Oct 2026

Farmers Block NH48 for Second Day, Drivers Told to Avoid Pune‑Bengaluru Route

A farmer-led blockade on National Highway 48 entered its second day, prompting authorities to advise commuters to steer clear of the Pune‑Bengaluru stretch.

15 Oct 2026

Tripura Gramin Bank Launches Gram Samriddhi Abhiyan in Sepahijala

The Tripura Gramin Bank has kicked off its Gram Samriddhi Abhiyan in Sepahijala district, aiming to boost rural livelihoods.

15 Oct 2026

Himachal Pradesh Forms Village Committees to Monitor Water Sources, Leaks and Quality

The state government has set up village-level committees to regularly check drying water sources, detect leaks and assess water quality across Himachal Pradesh.

15 Oct 2026

Captain Mini Tractors Lead 2026 Market: Top 5 Models, Prices and Specs

Tractor Junction has released a ranking of the five most popular Captain mini tractors for 2026, detailing their price brackets, horsepower and key specifications for Indian farmers.

15 Oct 2026

Congress says Haryana bajra farmers paid below MSP

The Congress party has alleged that bajra growers in Haryana are receiving prices lower than the government‑set Minimum Support Price, prompting calls for corrective action.

15 Oct 2026