Farm loan waivers can derail India’s growth story
By Ramesh Chand Loan waiver provides strong disincentive for those who repaid loan on time and perverse incentive for default. But the most serious effect of […]
AGRICULTURE SECTOR
Why reports of agriculture’s demise are greatly exaggerated
By Dipti Jain & Sayantan Bera Farming activities comprise more than half of the total average monthly income for agricultural households, as per the latest survey by […]
Agriculture sector must grow at 4 per cent or higher to boost economy: Amitabh Kant
Citing a study, Amitabh Kant said digital disruptions can impact 70 million farmers in 2020, adding USD 9 billion to their income. NEW DELHI: Agriculture sector must […]
Reverse pitch: Farmer inclusive business models next big investing theme in food, agriculture
By Pankaj Raina Increasing urbanisation, growth in the middle class and the accompanying change in nutrition needs will increase demands on agriculture The agriculture sector accounts […]
Govt aims to harness big data, AI in agriculture sector
By Zia Haq This month, the NITI Aayog signed an agreement with software firm IBM to develop a model for crop-yield predictions using AI so that […]
If 80% water consumption in India is for agriculture, why is it unregulated and inefficient?
By SANDIP SEN During the 2011 census, India entered the league of water deficient nations. A nation is considered water deficient if the per capita availability […]
India Budget 2018: Who are the biggest winners and losers?
Analysis: Any claims to boost farmers’ prospects will inevitably be seen as political, coming ahead of a series of key elections. But this budget recognises India’s […]
Farm credit increase for India looks likely
By Camellia Aebischer The Indian government is looking to increase India’s farm credit in the upcoming budget, fuelling the agriculture sector With a budget presentation looming, […]
Govt to ensure gains from economic growth reach agriculture sector, says Arun Jaitley
By Sayantan Bera Arun Jaitley’s remarks come at a time when India’s farm sector growth has plunged from 4.9% in 2016-17 to an estimated 2.1% in […]
Why are farmers distressed across India?
By Vikas Vasudeva What’s the problem? The year 2017 was marked by several farmers’ protests nationwide, with a few turning violent. Last month, in New Delhi, […]