Indian farmers are using drones to boost crop yields by up to 20%. The government is promoting the use of drones in agriculture, with over 10,000 already deployed. Read more
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The recent terror attack on Indian labourers in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, has resulted in a significant decline in agricultural productivity, affecting land and soil health. The decline in the... Read more
The introduction of E20 petrol in India could provide a significant boost to tribal agriculture and help to improve the livelihoods of millions of tribal people. With the right policies... Read more
The water crisis in Indian agriculture is affecting farmers' livelihoods, with 60% of farmers relying on rainfall for irrigation. The government needs to invest in sustainable irrigation systems and promote... Read more
India's agri policy affects farmers' livelihoods, with the sector accounting for 18% of the country's GDP and employing 50% of the workforce. The government's Minimum Support Price scheme has been... Read more
India's soil health crisis affects over 100 million farmers, with 30% of the country's soil degraded. By adopting global best practices and promoting sustainable agriculture, India can reduce soil degradation... Read more
Taslima Nasrin returns to Kolkata after 18 years, a beacon for rural innovation. The Indian government has been working to promote rural innovation, with a focus on agriculture, and has... Read more
Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite fast highlights issues in Ladakh's agriculture, sparking debate on the region's agricultural future. The adoption of agri technology can help farmers increase their yields and improve crop... Read more
Chhattisgarh's DSR method for paddy cultivation can boost yields while reducing water consumption. India can benefit from adopting this method, with 44 million hectares of land dedicated to paddy cultivation. Read more
The Tungabhadra dam's new crest gates are expected to improve water supply to Karnataka's farmers, but a weak monsoon has left the reservoir nearly empty, threatening the paddy crop. The... Read more
