Organic Farming
Budget may allocate ₹28,000 crore to food processing schemes to aid farmers
The Centre is considering a ₹28,000 crore allocation for food processing schemes PMFME and PMKSY to improve farmers' incomes and reduce post-harvest losses. The plan includes enhancing credit-linked subsidies and modern infrastructure to support farm growth and job creation.
8 min read17 Jan 2026The truth about seed oils
Forget the scaremongering. They are healthier than common alternatives
2 min read20 Nov 2025Govt releases draft Seeds Bill, 2025; proposes tougher checks on seed quality
The proposal seeks to align laws with the increasingly private and complex seed market while proposing strong penalties for serious violations and easing compliance for small producers.
2 min read13 Nov 2025Krishi-DSS to predict pest attacks, droughts and more — right on farmers’ phones
The agriculture ministry is set to launch a farm advisory module under its Krishi Decision Support System, offering farmers personalized insights on soil, crop health, and weather conditions.
3 min read5 Nov 2025India must invest in agri-tech and soil health to build climate-resilient food systems, say experts
India's agricultural sector, contributing 18.2% to GDP, faces challenges from climate change, unsustainable practices, and policy issues. Experts urge for improved investment in research, technology, and sustainable practices to enhance soil health and food security.
3 min read12 Sep 2025₹1.15 trillion boost powers India’s farm infra revolution
The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, set up in July 2020, aims to create large-scale infrastructure to enhance storage, reduce wastage, improve value addition, and ultimately increase farmer incomes
2 min read3 Sep 2025Mint Quick Edit | Farming has regained policy attention
India’s government has a new scheme to help farms in areas where farming lags. It’s a statist approach, but market oriented proposals have made little headway with farmers—and there’s no doubt they need help.
1 min read17 Jul 2025Farmers boost summer sowing ahead of promising monsoon season
The area under summer crop sowing has reached 7.88 million hectares as of 9 May, 9.5% more from the same period a year ago, according to data shared by the ministry of agriculture and farmers' welfare. Acreages of all the crops, including paddy, pulses and oilseeds, are higher from a year ago.
3 min read14 May 2025Natural farming is booming—now it may finally get a certification
Centre to introduce voluntary certification system to validate natural farming practices, boost consumer confidence, and help farmers secure better prices.
2 min read13 May 2025How This Couple Defeated Toxic Air Pollution To Breathe 'Mountain Air' While Staying In Delhi
Peter Singh (80) & Neeno Kaur (70) call themselves urban farmers who practice the art of Aquaponics. They live in their 800 yard house in the heart of Delhi and have created a farm around their house where they plant their own vegetables and fruits. The average AQI in their house is 13, while in ideal conditions the AQI is 5. The entire compound is covered in greenhouse cover. The couple have since generated a niche following. The couple can be reached at +91-9599443202. They take online classes where they teach aquaponics and other aligned farming techniques. New Couple Goals? #delhi #delhipollution #aqi #pollution #forest #mountains #solo #farming #farmer #farm #agriculture #couplegoals #couplegoals #breathe #breathing #exercise #workout #farmlife
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