India’s pig farmers encouraged to go ‘commercial’
In order to encourage adoption of scientifically-backed commercial pig rearing methods by India’s pig farmers, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has […]
Agriculture
India: Mahindra signs MoU to support farmers with key information
One of India’s leading agricultural companies has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a World Bank-funded government project to help provide important information to […]
AGENDA FOR FARM REVIVAL
By VK Bahuguna That the Government has announced schemes for the agricultural sector is welcome. But it must ensure farmers’ interests are not sacrificed at the […]
Agriculture is fuelling a global crisis of antibiotic resistance
By Bethany Bartlett The overuse of ‘last resort’ antibiotics in farming industries will substantially reduce the effectiveness of life-saving medicines Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem […]
Government invites agritech startups to resolve sector issues
By Libza Mannan The Agriculture Grand Challenge, open to budding entrepreneurs and agritech startups, seeks solutions to 12 key agriculture problems. The programme aims to benefit […]
India aims to deliver groundbreaking agricultural blockchain
“IndiaChain” goes beyond agriculture and beyond the smart farms that Australian agri-tech is focused on. It’s become a joke in some circles. Just cash in […]
The Negative Impact of Climate Change Looms Over Indian Agriculture
By SANJEET KASHYAP The Economic Survey tries to address the impact of climate change on agriculture in India. While the nation regards farmers as “annadata” (provider […]
Behind Indigram Labs’ Push Towards Nurturing Startups In Agri, Health And Renewable Energy
Equipped With 18 Years Of Experience With Startups, Indigram Labs Has Incubated Startups From 18 Indian States India is today the third largest startup base […]
Smart irrigation scheme cuts water use and boosts crop yields – scientists
The project, developed by UK experts and tested on a farm in India, has boosted yields of crops such as okra. A “smart” precision irrigation […]
4 Apps That are Changing the Face of Indian Agriculture
By Nidhi Singh There is a need to enhance the level of farm mechanization in the country. Majority of Indian population still depends on agriculture as […]