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Centre asks states to boost wheat procurement for 2025-26 rabi season
Joshi asked the states while chairing a virtual meeting with the food ministers of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, and Rajasthan to review preparations for wheat procurement for the upcoming rabi marketing season, according to statement released by the ministry.
2 min read15 Jan 2025Springs and spring-sheds to be counted in next minor irrigation census
Hill states are home to springs that feed into rivers flowing from the Himalayan mountains.
3 min read12 Jan 2025India should take cues from Piketty on enlarging its tax mop-up
As old tax sources plateau, we need new avenues of taxation. A progressive luxury tax—say on houses priced over ₹10 crore and business-class air travel—can be explored, even as UPI data trails are tracked to assess tax liability.
4 min read9 Jan 2025Cabinet approves fresh ₹69,515-crore outlay for crop insurance schemes
It has also promised to keep prices of di-ammonium phosphate fertiliser stable at ₹1,350 per 50 kg bag with additional support of up to ₹3,850 crore.
2 min read1 Jan 2025Agri-entrepreneurship scheme faces lukewarm response despite rural growth
In fiscal year 2024-25 (April-November), only 35 ventures were established, with the majority coming from Uttar Pradesh (23 ventures) and Tamil Nadu (8 ventures), while Madhya Pradesh had 4 ventures.
3 min read27 Dec 2024Govt focuses on traditional crops to enhance climate-resilient agriculture
Devesh Chaturvedi announced that the government is backing traditional crops through programmes, including the National Mission on Natural Farming. This initiative aims to improve soil health and promote organic practices.
1 min read26 Dec 2024Govt plans to introduce new agriculture export policy
The review will attempt to enhance the competitiveness of Indian agricultural products, ensure compliance with global standards, and promote value-added products.
4 min read25 Dec 2024The Amul model should be tried across all agricultural crops in India
The cooperative model behind Amul’s success needs to be adopted across the country’s farm sector. It’ll assure farmers better remuneration for their produce and ease their access to bank credit as well.
4 min read22 Dec 2024Winners at Mint’s All about AI Tech4Good Awards 2024, Aquaconnect and Fyllo are transforming agriculture
Agriculture is vital to India’s economy and employment, but farmers face challenges like pest infestations and climate change. Innovations in AI, showcased at the Mint All About AI | Tech4Good Awards, can enhance food security and optimize agricultural practices, benefiting millions of farmers.
5 min read20 Dec 2024Hike in collateral-free agriculture loan limit likely to aid banks in managing stress
The RBI on 6 December notified banks to waive collateral security and margin requirements for agriculture loans, including loans for allied activities, up to ₹2 lakh per borrower, from ₹1.6 lakh earlier.
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