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Centre allows export of 99,150 MT of onion

The government has permitted the export of 99,150 metric tons of onions to six neighboring countries, including Bangladesh, UAE, Bhutan, Bahrain, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka. This decision follows the..
IndiaTimes - Published

BIG Bonanza To Farmers Ahead Of Kharif Season! Centre Clears Rs 24,400 Crore Fertiliser Subsidy

This scheme aims to ensure that farmers can get fertilisers they need at prices that are subsidised, meaning they're cheaper and more affordable. 
Zee News - Published

Best Agrolife's Fiscal Performance Shines Amidst Sector Challenges

Best Agrolife Ltd. revealed its fiscal performance for the nine months ending December 31, 2023, highlighting a 17% year-on-year revenue growth, totalling Rs. 1738 Cr., despite industry challenges in..
NewsVoir - Published

Best Agrolife Ltd Becomes First Indian Agrochemical Company to Indigenously Manufacture 'Warden Extra'

Best Agrolife Ltd (BAL), a leading agrochemical manufacturer in India, has received the registration for the indigenous manufacturing of a groundbreaking agrochemical from the Central Insecticides..
NewsVoir - Published

Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya: Fertiliser subsidy may fall 30% to Rs 1.8lakh crore this fiscal

Fertiliser subsidy in 2023-24 financial year is likely to be around Rs 1.7-1.8 lakh crore, about 30% less than the last year's Rs 2.56 lakh crore, due to fall in global prices and lower imports of..
IndiaTimes - Published

As prices fall, government may lift ban on onion export

The government intervention of procuring kharif onion and disposing them of simultaneously have brought down average retail prices by 30% and wholesale prices by 35% in the past one month. Considering..
IndiaTimes - Published

Govt procures 25,000 tonnes of kharif onion so far for buffer stock

The Centre has procured 25,000 tonnes of onion from the 2023 kharif season for its buffer stock. The government aims to maintain a buffer stock of 7 lakh tonnes for the 2023-24 fiscal, compared to 3..
IndiaTimes - Published

Centre to procure tur at rate above MSP, transfer money to farmers' accounts

This article discusses the central government's new initiative to eliminate intermediaries and ensure fair prices for farmers. The government will buy the kharif crop directly from farmers at prices..
IndiaTimes - Published

Rabi acreage declines 3%, may hit overall 2023-24 foodgrain output

Overall rabi crop acreage declines by over 3% due to below-normal rainfall causing moisture deficit in soil and decreased water storage in reservoirs impacting foodgrain output. Wheat and pulses..
IndiaTimes - Published

Government plans onion buy to give farmers right price

The government will procure 2 lakh tonnes of kharif onion from farmers to ensure they get the right price, countering the sponsored protest against the export ban. Wholesale and retail prices are..
IndiaTimes - Published

Veg, non-veg thalis get costlier in November: Report

Vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali prices emerged costlier month-on-month in November as onion and tomato prices rose sharply, according to ratings agency Crisil's roti rice rate index.The data showed..
IndiaTimes - Published

Climate change threatens India's agricultural backbone, impacting food security and economy

The report by Climate Trends reveals the vulnerability of India's agrarian sector due to rising temperatures and changing patterns in the summer monsoon season. It projects a significant reduction in..
IndiaTimes - Published

Best Agrolife Acquires 99% Stake in Kashmir Chemicals; Becomes Major Partner

*Best Agrolife Ltd.* (BAL), a prominent player and one of the largest agro-input manufacturers in India, has executed a strategic investment in Kashmir Chemicals and acquired 99% stake in the company...
NewsVoir - Published

EC revokes nod to Telangana to disburse money to farmers

The Election Commission on Monday withdrew its conditional approval to the release of assistance for farmers under the Rythu Bandhu scheme in poll-bound Telangana, citing a recent statement by state..
IndiaTimes - Published

BEST AGRO's Q2 FY24 Revenue Jumps by 32%, Reports QonQ Revenue of Rs. 811 Crores

*Best Agrolife Limited (BAL)* (BSE: 539660, NSE: BESTAGRO) today reported financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2023. *Consolidated Financial Results - Q2 & H1 FY24..
NewsVoir - Published

Onion price drops at mandis after govt fixes MEP

The wholesale prices of onions have slightly decreased after the imposition of a minimum export price of $800 per tonne. In Delhi's Azadpur market, prices fell from Rs 55-60 per kg to Rs 45-50 per kg...
IndiaTimes - Published

Best Agrolife Secures Key 20-Year Patent for Revolutionary Herbicidal Composition to Boost Rice Yields

*Best Agrolife Ltd.*, a leading agrochemical manufacturer in India, announces a groundbreaking achievement in the agricultural field. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Seedlings India Private Limited, has..
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Kharif acreage up over '22, but output estimated lower

Despite below-normal monsoon rainfall, Kharif acreage in India has increased by 2 lakh hectares compared to last year. However, the country's foodgrain output for this season is estimated to be 4.5%..
IndiaTimes - Published

Govt flags spike in urea use, but will bear subsidy burden

The Union fertiliser secretary, Rajat Kumar Mishra, has called for balanced use of crop nutrients as urea and DAP consumption has increased significantly during the current kharif season. Mishra..
IndiaTimes - Published

Crop output estimate system being revamped

The Union food secretary of India has acknowledged a mismatch in crop estimates and production, and the government is working to revamp the mechanism. The issue was flagged by the finance minister, as..
IndiaTimes - Published

Kharif crop sowing surpasses 1095 lakh hectares: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare


newKerala.com - Published

Kharif crop sowing exceeds 1088 lakh hectares, rice dominates planting


newKerala.com - Published

Paddy planting continues to lead India's Kharif sowing


newKerala.com - Published

Despite rain deficit, kharif sown area to cross 'normal' mark

Acreage of kharif (summer sown) crops, which has already crossed last year's corresponding figure for paddy as well as the total sown area, is now expected to cross even the threshold of 'normal'..
IndiaTimes - Published

Centre plans to procure 521 lakh tonne Kharif rice


newKerala.com - Published

Govt Sets Target To Procure 521.27 Lakh Tonnes Of Rice From Kharif Crop

Six minor millets have also been introduced to be purchased by the states at MSP of Ragi starting this KMS 2023-24, up to three years.
Zee News - Published

521 LMT rice estimated for procurement during forthcoming kharif season


newKerala.com - Published

Govt sets target for rice purchase at 521 lakh tonnes

Union food secretary Sanjeev Chopra told reporters on Wednesday that the target for procurement of rice was set after holding a meeting with food secretaries of all states. During the current kharif..
IndiaTimes - Published

Paddy acreage rises by over 4% despite 6% deficit in monsoon rainfall, sown area of pulses dips

It indicates that the country may not face rice output shortage during the current crop year. The depressed rainfall in August, however, affected other crops including pulses and oilseeds. Though the..
IndiaTimes - Published

India's kharif crop planting area rises; paddy leading year-on-year


newKerala.com - Published

As monsoon covers 90% of country, kharif sowing operations pick up pace


IndiaTimes - Published

Survey reveals India free from locusts as farmers sow Kharif crops


newKerala.com - Published

Chhattisgarh's seed corporation accomplishes 80 per cent target of allocating seeds for Kharif crop


newKerala.com - Published

MSP increase on Kharif crops will provide good price to farmers for their produce: Union Minister Narendra Singh Tomar


newKerala.com - Published

Increase in MSP on Kharif crops will empower farmers: UP CM Yogi


newKerala.com - Published

Farmer Finds Precious Stone Worth Rs 2 Crore In Andhra's Rayalaseema Region; Now Diamond Hunting Begins There

A farmer in Basinepalli, of Tuggali Mandal (block) found a diamond while he was involved in farming operations for the upcoming kharif season which he reportedly sold to a trader at Rs 2 crore.
Zee News - Published

Government raises MSP for kharif crops, paddy’s hiked by 7%

The government on Wednesday approved an increase in the minimum support price (MSP) of all 14 mandated kharif (summer sown) crops for 2023-24 with paddy, the most popular one in terms of acreage and..
IndiaTimes - Published

Minimum support prices for 2023-24 kharif crops increased; Read here


newKerala.com - Published

Union Cabinet approves increased MSP for Kharif crops

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved increased Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Kharif crops for marketing season 2023-24. "This move is to ensure remunerative prices to growers for their produce and..
IndiaTimes - Published

Best Agrolife's Revenue Crosses Rs. 1,700 Cr., EBITDA Margin Reaches 18%, and 30% Dividend Recommended in FY23

*Best AgrolifeLimited (BAL) *(BSE: 539660, NSE: BESTAGRO) today reported financial results for the Quarter and Year ended March 31^st, 2023. Commenting on results, *Mr. Vimal Alawadhi, Managing..
NewsVoir - Published

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde holds Kharif season review meeting

Farmers` welfare is my government`s priority, there will be no compromise on the quality of seeds and fertilizers, Shinde said
Mid-Day - Published

Govt clears Rs 1L-cr fertiliser subsidy for kharif season


IndiaTimes - Published

India has adequate fertiliser stocks for summer-sown crops: Govt

"There will be no shortages of fertilisers in the kharif season. We have adequate stocks, and our companies have made arrangements in advance," Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya said at a press..
IndiaTimes - Published

58.10 lakhs farmers benefitted in 2022-23 Kharif season: Govt


newKerala.com - Published

States that grew less paddy bounce back with wheat

NEW DELHI: States that dragged down the overall acreage of kharif (summer sown) crops by sowing less of paddy, the main crop of the season, due to drought conditions have bounced back by reporting..
IndiaTimes - Published

India lifts export ban on organic non-basmati rice -- Details Inside

The ban on exports assumed significance at that point as it appeared that the overall sown area under paddy this Kharif season could be lower than that of last year. This, the government thought, could..
Zee News - Published

Unseasonal rains affecting Kharif crops, to impact food inflation: SBI Research

On the out-of-turn MPC meeting, SBI Research report said it is only a part of the regulatory obligation and it does not foresee any other agenda to be announced at the meeting, even as it is scheduled..
Zee News - Published

Food inflation may skyrocket after unseasonal rains impact crops, says report

According to the SBI report, the unseasonal rains are "affecting Kharif crops significantly."
DNA - Published

Explained: What is MSP? Centre hikes minimum support price of THESE crops; check new rates

Presently, the government fixes MSPs for 23 crops grown in both Kharif and rabi seasons.
DNA - Published

Inter-ministerial meet on biomass co-firing in thermal plants held ahead of Kharif harvesting season


newKerala.com - Published


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