Agriculture

MP: Fertilizer Sale Resumes Aug 17

Madhya Pradesh farmers to get subsidized fertilizers from August 17, after a three-day halt. The move is expected to bring relief to farmers during the Kharif season.

16 Aug 2026

Telangana Farmers Await Rythu Bima Premium Payments Amid Congress Govt Delay

Telangana farmers are anxious as the Congress-led state government has not yet paid the premium for the Rythu Bima crop‑insurance scheme, leaving many farmers uncertain about their coverage.

16 Aug 2026

Centre Approves ₹5,600 Cr Cotton Mission

The Centre has approved a ₹5,600 crore Cotton Productivity Mission to enhance cotton production. This initiative aims to improve the productivity of cotton in the country.

16 Aug 2026

Madhya Pradesh Halts Subsidised Fertiliser Sales, Farmers Alarmed

The Madhya Pradesh government has suspended all subsidised fertiliser sales, sparking fears among farmers of a looming supply shortage.

16 Aug 2026

Nagaland Unveils New Agri Policy

Nagaland has introduced a new agriculture policy aimed at transforming the state's rural economy. The policy is expected to bring significant changes to the agricultural sector.

16 Aug 2026

Agricultural Credit Societies Go Digital

Primary agricultural credit societies are set to go fully digital by October. This move aims to enhance efficiency and transparency in their operations.

16 Aug 2026

MP High Court Orders Probe

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed all district collectors to investigate alleged fraud in paddy procurement. The court has sought action reports and progress reports from the EOW.

15 Aug 2026

Tripura Organic Farmers Forge Global Links at APEDA Trade Meet

Tripura’s organic producers met international buyers at an APEDA trade event, aiming to expand their market reach and secure new export contracts.

15 Aug 2026

AP Secures 25.1 Lakh MT Fertilizer for Rabi Crop Season

The state of Andhra Pradesh has been allotted 25.1 lakh metric tonnes of fertilizer for the upcoming Rabi season, a boost that could enhance crop yields across the region.

15 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Unveils Bamboo Carbon Initiative to Reclaim Degraded Lands

The state government of Meghalaya has announced a bamboo-based carbon sequestration project aimed at rehabilitating degraded lands and increasing rural incomes.

15 Aug 2026

Centre Guarantees Adequate Urea Supply in Punjab with Continuous Monitoring

The Indian government has pledged to maintain a steady supply of urea in Punjab, assuring farmers of consistent fertilizer availability through ongoing monitoring.

15 Aug 2026

Bihar's Banke Bihari Temple

The backwater of Dhansan river has become a source of employment for villagers in Chhatarpur, who collect and sell lotus flowers to Mathura market. The season, which runs from July to November, sees around 20,000 flowers being collected daily.

15 Aug 2026