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NBFGR launches conservation of endemic fish species in Karnataka & West Bengal

As part of a conservation effort, the ranching of young Hemibagrus punctatus, locally known as Kettalu menu, a critically endangered and endemic fish species, was carried out at the Sivanasamudra Fish Sanctuary in the Cauvery River.

Indian poultry industry revenue poised to grow 8-10% by FY2025: CareEdge Ratings

Care Edge Ratings maintains a stable outlook for the Indian poultry industry, anticipating revenue growth of 8-10 per cent in FY2025, driven by urbanisation, rising incomes, and growing consumer preference for protein-rich foods.

Coromandel International posts total income of Rs 7,509 Cr in Q2 FY 2024-25

Coromandel International Limited, India's leading Agri solutions provider and active in the business of Fertilisers, Crop Protection Chemicals, Bio products, Specialty Nutrients, Organic Fertiliser and Retail, has reported the financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

Marut Drones bags $6.2 Mn in Series-A funding from Lok Capital

Drone technology firm Marut Drones has bagged $6.2 million in Series A funding from investment firm Lok Capital.

Rallis India's revenue reaches Rs 928 Cr, registering 11% growth YoY in Q2 FY25

Rallis India Limited (a TATA Enterprise), a leading player in the Indian agri inputs industry, has announced its financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2024.

Praj Industries posts Rs 8,161.920 Mn revenue in Q2 FY25

Praj Industries (Praj), announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

Government e Marketplace launches 170 Seed Categories on GeM portal

On a mission to simplify access to quality agricultural and horticulture seeds, Government e Marketplace (GEM) has revamped and introduced 170 seed categories on the portal.

Amit Shah lays foundation stone of Mother Dairy's Fruit & Vegetable Processing Plant in Vadodara

Amit Shah, Union Minister of Home Affairs & Cooperation launched farmer-oriented activities during the National Dairy Development Board's (NDDB's) Diamond Jubilee Year and the birth anniversary of Tribhuvandas Patel ji at NDDB's TK Patel Auditorium in Anand.

Rajiv Ranjan Singh launches 21st livestock census

Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, launched the 21st Livestock Census in New Delhi, which will be conducted until February 2025.

No More Relying On Non-Renewable Energy Resources?

Cutting down on petroleum imports and rolling out effective eco-friendly policies across industries, especially the agri sector, is the key focus of the government.

Janssen PMP and Fresh Inset partner to commercialise Vidre+ freshness extension solution

Janssen PMP, a division of Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, and Fresh Inset have partnered to exclusively commercialise Fresh Inset's Vidre+ technology in Europe.

India and Denmark ink MoU on Green Shipping, Digitalisation, and Sustainable Development

India and Denmark's maritime relations continue to strengthen, with both nations working closely to advance sustainable maritime practices.

IIL launches multiple indigenous IVF media for embryo transfer of dairy animals

Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) announced the launch of \"Shashthi\" an indigenous InVitro Fertilization (IVF) media developed in collaboration with National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).

APEDA, LuLu Group ink MoU to promote horticulture produce in Middle East

Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has signed and exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LuLu Group International for the promotion of Indian horticulture produce in Middle East markets and across the Gulf Cooperation Council LuLu MOU SIGNING LuLu (GCC) countries.

Weeds cause Rs 92,000 Cr worth loss in crop productivity: Study

A collaborative study by Dr NT Yaduraju, Dr M R Hegde and Dr AR Sadananda and the Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) discussed the various weed management practices using herbicides, mechanisation of weed removal, crop rotation, cover cropping, biological control among others that can lower costs by 40-60 per cent compared to traditional approaches.

BiofuelCircle launches first large-scale deployment of farm equipment in UP

BiofuelCircle, strengthened its commitment to empower rural India for generating wealth from agri-waste at an event 'Parali Se Ujjawal Bhavishya', held at the Ramnagar Biomass Bank in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. BiofuelCircle enables a participative ecosystem at rural level.

Crystal Crop Protection launches advance insecticide for maize and soybean

Crystal Crop Protection Limited, a leading agrochemical organisation, has launched Proclaim XTRA, its latest insecticide specifically formulated for maize and soybean.

CIFT, Kochi conducts first-drone-based marine mammal-fishery interaction study

The Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT), Kochi, has carried out a drone-based survey to study marine mammal fishery interaction.

ICRISAT conducts study on use of Spectral Matching Techniques for crop type mapping

In a recent effort to harness satellite data for countries with limited ground reference information, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) conducted a study using Senegal as a model to test various algorithms.

IRRI launches International Rice Genebank collection to accelerate linking trait discovery with breeding

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has unveiled a new resource, the Released Variety Panel (RVP). This panel includes over 130 sequenced rice varieties.

Dr Jacqueline Hughes of ICRISAT receives Lifetime Achievement in Global Agriculture Award

Dr Jacqueline Hughes, Director General of the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement in Global Agriculture Award at the 8th Asian PGPR International Conference for Sustainable Agriculture in Taiwan.

Digital Green Trust appoints Nidhi Bhasin as new CEO

Bringing over 25 years of transformational leadership experience in social development and technology for good, Nidhi Bhasin is now leading Digital Green Trust in its mission to empower millions of Indian farmers.

How 15 Years of Agri-excellence is Seeding Success

For a decade and a half, Agrovision has been at the forefront of transforming India's agricultural landscape, particularly in Vidarbha, Maharashtra.

How Technological Innovation is Reshaping Animal Husbandry in India

Innovation in technology and the demand for more sustainable methods are driving a major revolution in India's animal husbandry industry.

"We see more companies.looking at natural ways to improve animal feed, food nutrition and preservation"

What have been the main growth drivers for Tex Biosciences in the last financial year? And how much increment in average turnover has the company seen during this period?

"The agri drone ecosystem is estimated to be between 3000 and 4000 for the coming year"

An urgent need to increase agricultural output and efficiency has sped up the expansion of the agricultural drone market in India. There are about 3,000 drones in operation right now, and by FY25, that number is projected to rise to over 7,000.

Role of FPOs in developing vegetable production clusters in India

India's agricultural landscape is distinctively defined by its small and marginal farmers86 percent of all farmers belong to this category.

Contribution of FPOs to the Growth of Vegetable Supply Chain in India

India's agricultural landscape is marked by diversity in crops, practices, and a large number of progressive farmers.

CAN P3 APPROACH Bolster VEGETABLE SUPPLY CHAIN?

The Centre is planning to set up vegetable production clusters near major cities to increase production and supply chains.

Qarbotech to launch first stateof-the-art facility in Malaysia to produce QarboGrow photosynthesis enhancer

Qarbotech, Malaysia's leading innovator in agritech and biotechnology solutions expanding across Southeast Asia, boosted by new $1.5 million funding from investors including 500 Global, Better Bite Ventures, EQT Foundation, ID Capital, and Epic Angels Limited.