Agriculture

Karnataka Farmer Expands Mushroom Production from 30 Bags to 200kg Daily

A Karnataka farmer has scaled his mushroom business, now producing 200kg per day after starting with just 30 bags.

09 Aug 2026

Maharashtra to Raise Milk Prices by ₹2 per Liter from Aug 11

Maharashtra will lift the retail price of milk by ₹2 per litre starting 11 August, according to Business Standard.

09 Aug 2026

Uttar Pradesh Farmers Protect Elephants

In Uttar Pradesh's elephant corridor, farmers are working to protect both people and elephants. These farmers, known as Gajmitras, play a crucial role in maintaining harmony between humans and wildlife.

09 Aug 2026

Bihar Floods: Tirhut Canal Dam Breach

A breach in the Tirhut canal dam in Muzaffarpur, Bihar has caused widespread flooding, damaging crops and infrastructure. The sudden collapse of the dam has left villagers in a state of panic.

09 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Farmers' Market Draws 5,000 Visitors

The eighth edition of the Meghalaya farmers' market has concluded with over 5,000 visitors. This event highlights the state's efforts to promote local agriculture and support farmers.

09 Aug 2026

India's Rice Procurement Rises 5%

India's rice procurement has increased by 5% in 2025-26, with the government buying 18% more from the rabi crop. This surge in procurement is a significant development in the agricultural sector.

09 Aug 2026

Telangana Govt Operates Kalwakurthy Lift Irrigation

The Telangana government has started operating the Kalwakurthy Lift Irrigation Scheme pumps after a warning from BRS. The move is expected to benefit farmers in the region.

09 Aug 2026

Gujarat To Set Up 20,000 Biogas Plants

Gujarat will establish 20,000 new individual biogas plants in the fiscal year 2027. This initiative aims to promote sustainable energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

09 Aug 2026

New Kharif Paddy Procurement Rules Announced

The government has introduced new procurement rules for Kharif paddy, as reported in the 7PM bulletin by Kanaknews.com.

09 Aug 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Sees 200+ Mithun Deaths From Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease

A foot‑and‑mouth disease outbreak has killed more than 200 mithuns in Arunachal Pradesh, prompting authorities to take emergency measures.

09 Aug 2026

Centre to Lift 18 Lakh MT Grain Stock

The Centre will lift 18 lakh MT of old grain stock from Punjab mandis before paddy procurement. This decision aims to manage the existing stock.

09 Aug 2026

Bihar Farmers Eye E20 Opportunity

Farmers in Bihar's flood-prone Kosi region are seeing a lucrative opportunity in E20. This development is expected to bring significant benefits to the local farming community.

09 Aug 2026