Business Of Agriculture - May-June 2020

In this issue

The coronavirus pandemic might possibly have a far-reaching and long-term impact on the agriculture industry. But this industry is not something anything can put a stop to. No matter what happens to the world, it has to go on.
There is an upsurge in demand for supplies and we are all sending a silent thank you to our farmers when we come home with fresh vegetables after our grocery runs.

SafalFasal unlocks financial access for 75,000 Indian farmers, aims to repair Coronavirus-hit supply chain

Global digital payment solutions leader BPC and its SME Marketplace, SafalFasal, have supported more than 75,000Covid-hit farmers across India by offering technological and financial solutions to help the farm sector keep food and supply chain rolling, during and after the lockdown phase. The company has successfully extended formal financing to the farming industry by creating an easy credit line via NBFCs.

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THE IMPACT OF CORONAVIRUS ON THE AGRICULTURE SECTOR OF INDIA

As the world comes to a standstill and public life shuts down across the globe, all have their eyes on the healthcare systems which are buckled under the strain of the COVID-19 pandemic.

4 mins

Covid-19 Implications For Farmers, African Agriculture And Food Security

How will Africa ensure food security for its millions of poor citizens and smallholder farmers?

4 mins

Covid-19 Impact On The Livelihood Of Small And Marginal Farmers

In India, small and marginal farmers account for 86.2 percent of all farmers (Agriculture census 2015 – 2016) and produce about 60 percent of farm goods.

3 mins

ISSUES AND PRIORITIES FOR INDIAN AGRICULTURE

Agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy as 60 percent of the population depends directly or indirectly on agriculture.

3 mins

Internet Of Things Based Smart Farming: A Revolution On Its Way

In this technological era of smart cities and digitalisation of livelihoods, the primitive method of farming is slowly fading away.

3 mins

SECURING FARMERS WITH TECHNOLOGY: HOW AGRITECH CAN BE A SOLUTION TO FARMERS' PRODUCE-RELATED WOES

Contributing about 15 percent to India’s GDP, the agricultural sector sustains almost half the population of the country.

3 mins

INDUSTRY 4.0 IN AGRICULTURE

At present, the world population is around 7.8 billion and expected to grow up to 8.5 billion in 2030, 9.7 billion in 2050 and 10.9 billion by 2100.

4 mins

AN OVERVIEW OF THE OUTCOMES OF THE G-20 AGRICULTURE MINISTERS' MEETING

The international system works in a collective mechanism on certain issues wherein countries form groups to tackle an emergency or crisis.

4 mins

Climate Change And Its Impact On Indian Agriculture

Climate change is caused by a change in the total amount of energy that is kept within the Earth’s atmosphere.

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Business Of Agriculture Magazine Description:

Agriculture contributes a substantial chunk to the GDP of India, yet there is no magazine dedicated to business of agriculture in India.

We, Business of Agriculture magazine, fulfill the existing gap by providing a platform for discourse on all aspects of agri-business. The Business of agriculture – inputs, produce and post harvest – will form the core of the magazine. The magazine will focus on the state of agriculture business, industry trends, business climate as well as highlight issues effecting the sector and the way forward.

Besides, the news and the views of the sector interviews with leading business honchos will find their way to the magazine.

The magazine will be read by business leaders, policy makers both at Centre and State Government level, financial institutions, social entrepreneurs amongst others.