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Onion, tomato, potato prices to be fixed to benefit farmers: Shivraj Singh Chauhan Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chauhan said that the government has prepared a policy under which a model price for essential crops like onion, tomato and potato will be fixed. Chauhan, who is on a campaign trail for the BJP in poll-bound Maharashtra, said that the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will set the prices at 50 per cent higher rates than the cost the farmer bears. Also, the difference between the market rates and this fixed price will be credited to the farmers' accounts. He said the Centre and state governments will bear the cost of this difference in prices in equal parts.

Indian wheat prices hit record high due to strong demand, supply crunch Indian wheat prices have reached record highs due to strong demand, limited supply, and delayed government stock releases, industry sources report. Rising wheat costs could push retail inflation even higher, following October's 14-month inflation peak driven by vegetable prices, potentially halting any central bank interest rate cuts. Despite New Delhi's September limits on wheat stocks held by traders and millers, prices remain around 30,000 rupees per ton, well above the government support price. Traders warn that without immediate stock releases, prices may climb further, as fresh wheat won't hit markets until March, leaving bulk buyers squeezed. #khetiindia #agrinews #agriculture #agribusiness #wheat #ethanol #strongdemand

📢 Chairman of Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) changed The Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) has appointed former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu as its new Chairman. Known for his groundbreaking role in launching India’s first Agri Exports Policy in 2018, which boosted agriculture exports from 15 million MT to 38 million MT by 2022, Prabhu brings a wealth of expertise and a commitment to building a robust agricultural ecosystem for farmers and stakeholders alike. Dr. M.J. Khan, the outgoing Chairman, expressed confidence in Prabhu’s global experience, noting that his leadership will expand ICFA’s presence through strategic partnerships in agro trade, technology, and investment. Prabhu shared his vision, saying, “By driving innovation and uniting stakeholders, we can make India a global leader in agriculture and food security.” Joining Prabhu is a talented leadership team, including Dr. Tarun Shridhar as Director General, Dr. Ashok Dalwai as Co-chair, Dr. Meenesh Shah, and Simon Wiebusch as Vice Chairs – setting the stage for a transformative era in Indian agriculture.

Andhra Pradesh budget: Rs 43,402 crore allocated for agriculture budget 2024-25 The Andhra Pradesh government has allocated Rs 43,402 crore for the agriculture sector in the 2024-25 budget, with a focus on supporting farmers and modernizing practices. Agriculture Minister K Atchannaidu announced plans for a new Tenant Protection Act to better protect tenant farmers. The government aims to revive previous schemes, increase soil testing, and use drones and remote sensing for precise reports. Additionally, Rs 38.88 crore will be dedicated to soil testing, while Rs 240 crore and Rs 40 crore are set aside for subsidized seeds and fertilizers, respectively. Support for natural farming and farmer training will also be expanded. #khetiindia #agriculture #agribusiness #farming #budget #ap

Govt will pay 80% of a farm drone’s cost under new guidelines The Union government has unveiled new provisions for Namo Drone Didi, a programme that aims to modernise farming with the use of unmanned ariel vehicles, offering up to 80% of a drone’s cost to women-led rural enterprises, which includes pilot training as well, two officials said. The initiative has an outlay of ₹1261 crore. Indian drone industry is estimated to grow from approximately ₹60 crore in 2020-21 to nearly ₹900 crore by 2024-25, according to data from the civil aviation ministry data. #khetiindia #drones #agtech #agriculture Kheti india

Kharif rice production to reach record high of 119.93 million tonnes, says agriculture ministry On the back of a good monsoon, rice production during the ongoing kharif season (2024-25) is estimated to hit a record high of 119.93 million tonne, 5.89 per cent more than last year, according to Agriculture Ministry data. The First Advance Estimate of Production of Food Grains data showed that the production of Kharif pulses, sugarcane and cotton is estimated to be lower than last year. #khetiindia #kharif #rice #agribusiness #agriculture #agriculture

Madhya Pradesh Leads in Stubble Burning Cases, Surpassing Punjab and Haryana As Delhi battles worsening air quality, recent data from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) reveals that Madhya Pradesh has reported more cases of stubble burning than the usual suspects, Punjab and Haryana. From October 19 to 25, Madhya Pradesh recorded 536 incidents of crop residue burning, outpacing Punjab's 401 cases and Haryana's 192. The data also shows an increase in stubble burning in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, with 192 and 203 cases, respectively. Delhi's air quality has slightly improved in the past two days, but pollution levels may spike again, with an expected AQI of 400 by October 31, according to the Air Quality Early Warning System. #khetiindia #news #khrtiindia #india #madhyapradesh #punjab #uttarpradesh #stubbleburning #airquality

Paddy straw as animal feed is economical, beneficial Four global companies — Bayer, Shell, Mitsubishi, and GenZero (a Temasek arm) — are expanding their carbon credit program to support farmers in nine Indian states. The initiative, called "The Good Rice Alliance," helps farmers adopt climate-friendly practices like Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) and Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) to reduce methane emissions from rice farming. After a successful pilot involving 10,000 farmers across 25,000 hectares, the alliance plans to add 8,500 hectares and improve emissions measurement. The carbon credits generated will be sold, offering extra income to farmers while reducing greenhouse gases. #khetiindia #agrinews #agriculture #agribusiness #agri #paddy #strawburning

"India’s Coffee Exports Surge 45% Amid Global Supply Disruptions" India's coffee exports saw a significant rise despite supply challenges, with ₹6,467 crore in exports during the first five months of 2024-25, marking a 45% year-on-year increase. This growth aligns with a 16% increase in coffee exports in 2023-24, which crossed ₹10,000 crore. However, volume growth showed a modest 12.4% increase for April-August 2024 but dropped 5.8% for 2023-24. Rising global coffee prices have played a key role in this growth. Robusta and Arabica beans, which saw significant price increases, are in high demand, despite supply disruptions caused by droughts in Brazil and Vietnam, the world's top coffee producers. #khetiindia #coffee #brazil #india #agribusiness #agriculture #agriculture #agri Kheti India Kheti India