Maharashtra records 6,667 farmer suicides in 2023, highlighting persisting agrarian distress; crop insurance profits, compensation delays, and underreporting spark outrage.
A woman farmer from GALUDIHB in East Singhbhum sent her garden-grown mangoes abroad for the first time. The consignment has now reached London, bringing joy to the entire area and inspiring local farmers.
Cattle markets across North Bengal saw a major decline in business ahead of Eid al-Adha, with traders and farmers reporting low activity and worries about livelihoods.
Rising temps & altered rain patterns hurt crops, threatening food security. Smallholders struggle, need climate-smart farming & global aid.
74-year-old farmer, Goli Jayapal Reddy, dies in Telangana's Hanamkonda district after accidental fire while burning crop residue.
Rising temps affect crop yields, livestock's role, and the potential of alternative proteins in ensuring food security.
Elephants ravage farmer's Garma rice field in Angarishol; villagers fear for safety.
A farmers' protest in Chatuag village, Chatra, Jharkhand, concluded peacefully on Tuesday after assurances from a local official. Circle Officer (CO) Jai Shankar Pathak listened to the farmers' concerns, which led to the end of their demonstration. ...
Government employees in Jamtara are being asked to put agriculture first. Deputy Commissioner Kumud Sahay made this clear during a recent meeting at the Collectorate. The focus is now on helping the agriculture sector grow stronger. ## Prioritizing ...
A cutting-edge animal vaccine lab in Kanke, Ranchi, remains incomplete even after 11 years of construction. This Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) vaccine lab, overseen by the Department of Animal Husbandry, began construction in 2014. Unfortunately,...
Farmers in Jamtara are getting a boost from local cooperative societies that are buying their paddy crops. These societies, known as LAMPS, are working hard to help farmers sell their harvest at a good price. ## Paddy Procurement in Full Swing Seve...
Farmers in Sahibganj are set to gain from the new Kisan Samridhi Yojana, a plan designed to provide them with a dependable alternative to electric pumps. This initiative promises to help around 400 farmers irrigate their land regularly, which is expe...
Garhwa district has once again topped NITI Aayog's performance index, earning a reward of three crore rupees. This recognition is for the district's excellent work in agriculture and water resources. The Aspirational District Programme by NITI Aayog ...
Farmers and small business owners in Musabani, Jharkhand, recently received a significant boost. Officials approved 338 Kisan Credit Cards (KCC) and nine Mudra loans during a meeting focused on financial support for the community. ## Financial Aid f...
A special type of potato, called the black potato, is now being grown in Ranchi, Jharkhand. This potato isn't very common, but it tastes good and has health benefits. ## Black Potato Cultivation at Raj Bhavan The black potato crop was successfully ...
A creative campaign has begun in Saraikela, India, to stop illegal opium farming. Police are working to educate people about the dangers and legal troubles that come with growing opium. The campaign is focused on the areas of Chouka, Kharsawan, and K...
Pakur, Jharkhand is taking steps to improve animal health in the region. Deputy Commissioner Manish Kumar recently met with the Animal Husbandry Department and the Jharkhand Milk Federation to discuss strategies for controlling animal diseases. Durin...
Farmers in the Birni block of Giridih recently completed a three-day training program focused on protecting their crops. The program, held at the Padariya Panchayat Bhawan, aimed to give farmers the knowledge they need to improve their farming method...
A farmer in East Singhbhum, Jharkhand, named Baiju Hembram, transformed his life by switching from traditional farming to growing strawberries. By using modern techniques, he achieved higher profits and even won first prize at a local farmers' fair. ...
A recent two-day seminar in Dhanbad brought together experts to discuss ways to make mining more environmentally friendly. The Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), along with other organizations, hosted the event focused on “Technol...
