Category: Agriculture
Nitrogen Use Efficiency of Indian Rice Varieties
Biotechnologists found significant Nitrogen Use Efficiency(NUE) variations in popular Indian rice varieties, potentially leading to new varieties that use less nitrogen, cut fertilizer costs, and reduce pollution.
Bhartiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited
Recently, the Ministry of Cooperation has set up Bhartiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited (BBSSL) under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Act, 2002.
PM-PRANAM
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has recently approved the PM-PRANAM scheme.
Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana
Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers recently released a report on Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) and Mission Organic Value Chain Development in the Northeast Region.
Bamboo
‘National Symposium on Bamboo’ was held to promote sustainable rural livelihoods
Foxnuts (Makhana)
Foxnuts (Makhana) have become a popular ‘super snack’, with prices rising sharply in both domestic and international markets since 2019.
Jute
Ministry of Rural Development organized Webinar to boost Jute Craft based livelihoods
Primary Agricultural Credit Societies
Minister of Cooperation called for the establishment of PACS in all villages
World Soil Health Index
New World Soil Health Index announced by UNESCO
Araku Coffee
Araku coffee found mention in Prime Minister’s ‘Mann ki Baat’.
Amul
Golden jubilee celebration of Amul
Minimum Support Prices (MSP)
Cabinet approved Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Kharif Crops.