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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, speaking at the ‘Krishika-From Farming to Prosperity’ event, emphasized the welfare of sugarcane farmers in the state. He said the sugarcane sector now boasts 120 operational sugar mills, 100 of which make payments to farmers within a week. He emphasized the role of technology in transforming the agriculture sector, stating that Uttar Pradesh — which accounts for only 11% of the nation’s land but contributes around 20% of its total food production — could triple its output if technology is embraced. . Source: CHINI MANDI ( @chinimandi ) To read more: https://lnkd.in/gKK8wdHv . #DwarikeshSugars #news #DwarikeshSugarIndustries #Dwarikesh #sugar #sugarindustry #28YearsofDSIL #news #sugarproduction #sugarsurplus #sugardemand #sugarsupply #sugarnews #sugarindustry #ruraleconomy#ethanol #greenfuel #cleanfuel #fossilfuelsubstitute #sustainablegrowth #upsugar #technologyinagriculture

What will it take to make India an #agriculture #export powerhouse!!?? Agree with Dr. Parashram Patil on improving agri infra and reducing logistics costs. Beyond this, there is a pressing need for educating the farmers around crop stewardship. There's nothing more damaging to the quality and shelf life, than the wrong practices carried out on farms out of ignorance. Tata Chemicals and Desai AgriFoods were pioneers in educating #farmers for banana stewardship almost 15 years ago. The fruits of those efforts are being relished by everyone in banana exports now, for the past 5 years. Similar efforts for agronomic practices, balanced nutrition, IPM, pre and post harvest activities are required especially for #horticulture #crops to establish India's name as a supplier of consistent quality in agri output space. News info credit: SHITI KANTH MISHRA

Organic millets have been a cornerstone of our agriculture, thriving in low-rainfall regions for generations. Today, these superfoods are gaining global prominence. Under the 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐚 𝐒𝐢𝐫𝐢 𝐘𝐨𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐚, the Karnataka government supports farmers by offering a ₹10,000 per hectare subsidy for cultivating key millet varieties such as Oodalu, Navane, Arka, Korale, and Baragu. Efforts are also underway to enhance millet marketing through APMCs, ensuring better opportunities for farmers. Shri Siddaramaiah Hon'ble Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka Government of India (GoI) Government of Karnataka IYM 2023

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (ICAR-CIWA) launched the "Nutrition Smart Villages" initiative, aiming to strengthen the Poshan Abhiyan. Inaugurated by Agriculture Minister Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, the program engaged 100 farmwomen from 12 villages across Odisha's Khordha, Puri, and Cuttack districts. Participants received training on nutrition gardens, value addition, and the consumption of biofortified foods, enhancing their capacity to develop nutrition-smart communities. Raghavan Sampathkumar | Surabhi Jajodia | Ratna Kumria #icarciwa #poshanabhiyan #womeninagriculture #agriculture #womenfarmers #farmings #crops #agtech #sustainable #smartfarming #foodsecurity #agritech #plants #farmers #technology #fsii #beejkibaat #voiceoftheseed

The rural dairy farms in Assam, India which is highly a milk deficit state is operating with use of variable inputs sub-optimally. This has been explored based on previously surveyed data of three representative districts of the state and found that inputs if reduced even by 50% on average may not decline the milk production of the farmers. This is what the application of bias-corrected technical efficiency procedure informed along with exploring the determinants of the efficiency of individual farmers in the recently published paper with Dr. Partha Pratim Sahu and Prof. Mrinal Kanti Dutta.

We bring you the story of Sanjay, a farmer from the Nayagarh district in Odisha, who has been empowered with personalized advisories on seeds, pesticides, government schemes, along with timely climatic conditions and  pest attack alerts. This has ensured that Sanjay receives relevant and actionable information to improve his agricultural practices. Just like Sanjay, more than 69 lakh farmers in the state of Odisha receive timely advisories through ‘Krushi Samruddhi Advisory System’, which delivers push-based advisory messages to farmers through Integrated Voice Response System or IVRS, which are automated recorded calls that provide the essential advisory required to farmers. We bring to you Krushi Samruddhi Advisory System, the next in Samagra’s #AmritSeries - Success Stories of Impact. Watch the video below to see the journey through Sanjay’s eyes👇 Stay tuned and follow this space as we continue to unravel more on Krushi Samruddhi Advisory System. A heartfelt gratitude to all our partners who have supported us in making this a reality. Government of Odisha | Chief Minister's Office, Odisha | Arvind Padhee | Gates Foundation | Gates Foundation India | Precision Development (PxD) | Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology | Alkesh Wadhwani | Nidhi Nath Srinivas   #ImpactAtScale #Governance #SuccessStories #Agriculture #AgriTech

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) program has emerged as a cornerstone for improving farmers' incomes and ensuring economic stability in India. By providing direct income support of ₹6,000 annually to small and marginal farmers, the initiative benefits over 120 million farming households, offering much-needed relief in an era marked by climate uncertainties and rising input costs (Ministry of Agriculture, 2024). Recent policy advancements have complemented PM-KISAN's objectives. The integration of digital platforms, such as the PMFBY (Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana), has streamlined access to crop insurance, covering 25 million farmers annually against climate-related risks (Economic Survey, 2024). Yet, challenges persist. Only 50% of eligible farmers have adopted crop insurance, highlighting the need for enhanced awareness and outreach. The growing emphasis on farmer education, coupled with programs like soil health mapping and direct benefit transfers, underscores the importance of long-term resilience. However, the real impact of PM-KISAN lies not just in immediate relief but in its potential to empower farmers to invest in sustainable practices. As we envision a future of resilient agriculture, how can we expand the reach of such programs and ensure every farmer secures a sustainable livelihood? Let's discuss. #Agriculture #Farmers #PMKisan #Sustainability #IndiaAgriculture

Seeds were sown, crops grew lush green, but no grains sprouted. A recent setback in some villages of Kurukshetra district, Haryana, Despite months of cultivation, crops failed to yield grains, leaving farmers in dire financial straits. While initial blame has been placed on seed quality, investigations are underway to determine the exact cause. Farmers are appealing for urgent support and #compensation, be it from the government or the seed company involved. As we await the findings of ICAR, it's crucial to address the immediate needs of these farmers who are grappling with substantial losses. This incident underscores the importance of ensuring quality inputs and timely support mechanisms for our agricultural community. Watch INDAL KASHYAP report for News Potli: https://lnkd.in/gubC-ANB #Agriculture #Farmers #Support #Community #LinkedIn #wheat News Potli #wheatproduction Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India #NewsPotli

Bringing Together Innovation and Agriculture: On Kisan Diwas, Dhanuka Agritech hosted a transformative Farmers’ Day program at DART, Palwal, inspiring over 200 farmers and students while empowering 14.5 crore farmers across the nation. The event highlighted Dhanuka’s commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices through expert-led training sessions on Rabi crops like wheat, vegetables, and mustard. Dr. R.G. Agarwal, Chairman Emeritus, shared, 'Adopting 10 villages and uniting 200 farmers is not just about advanced techniques; it’s about offering knowledge, hope, and a brighter future. Witnessing the passion of these farmers reaffirms the immense potential within our agricultural community.' Chief guest, Shri Vipul Goyal, honourable Revenue & Disaster Management, Urban Local Bodies, & Civil Aviation Minister, Government of Haryana, inaugurated the program. The Guest of Honour, Dr. P.K. Singh, Agriculture Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Govt. of India, graced the event, underscoring the pivotal role of innovation and collaboration in shaping the future of Indian farming.  #KisanDiwas #FarmersDay #NationalFarmersDay #kisandiwas #indianfarmers #nationalfarmersday #farmersday