Indian Agriculture

Thrust required to quench thirst of Indian agriculture: Analysing the role of private sector

The outlook for India's water resources is bleak, with the Water Resources Group predicting a 50 per cent water deficit by 2030. Adding to the problem, due to extreme weather events, India is the most vulnerable country in terms of crop production, according to the IPCC 2022 report

India’s agricultural exports rose remarkably despite COVID-19, may cross $50 bn in 21-22

This year, the country is also expected to witness the highest ever exports of meat, marine products and rice, with around 50 per cent share of rice exports in the world market

Increased work negatively impacts women farmers' nutrition, ability to make balanced meals: Study

Agricultural interventions and development programs should make sure that the benefits of participation in agriculture outweigh losses such as time for household activities and leisure, says the study.

Volatility, thy name is onion: A deep-dive into water, markets and the great Indian onion story

At the heart of India's onion problem is the misalignment of risk and reward. In well-functioning financial markets, he/she who takes the greater risk, gets the greater reward. In onions, that is broken. The farmer takes the risk — of climate, of water, of market — yet shares very little of the reward.

How can India gauge vulnerability of its agricultural productivity to climate change?

The sensitivity of agricultural productivity to climate depends strongly on crop selection.

Rahul Gandhi visits late Dalit farmer-scientist Dadaji Ramaji Khobragade's kin, apologises for nation's apathy towards his achievements

Congress president Rahul Gandhi visited the family of late Dalit farmer-scientist Dadaji Ramaji Khobragade in Chandrapur, Maharashtra.

Govt cuts Monsanto's GM cotton seed royalty for second time in two years, may spark another row

India has cut royalties that local seed companies pay to Monsanto Co for the second time in two years, potentially fuelling another row with the US company

International Women's Day: Patriarchy, market-driven economy undermine crucial role of women in Indian agriculture

While roles are now changing, women have always played a significant and critical role in agriculture.

In beleaguered Yavatmal, one farmer's organic practice could provide a way forward for district

At this farm in Yavatmal, there are a variety of crops to be grown all year round, thus ensuring long-term employment for labourers | #FirstCulture

Allegations against Monsanto of 'unsafe' Bt products and 'health risks' are blatantly inaccurate

The allegations made against Monsanto over lack of safety are completely unsubstantiated. Experts and regulatory authorities worldwide recognize GM foods and crops as being safe.