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CAG Flags Deficiencies In Financial Management Of Centres Clean Ganga Project

Adityanath Asks Officials To Clean Up Ganga Before Kumbh 2025

Adityanath said the maximum benefit of the 'Arth Ganga' campaign will be to those crores of people whose livelihoods depends on the river.

21 December 2022

Growing Veggies & Fruits In Your Backyard: ‘Eat Fresh, Eat Pure’

Urban agriculture practices are gaining momentum due to the increased need and awareness among the consumers, says a study

28 September 2021

Your Plants May Benefit From Compounds Produced By Ants!

Plants with diseases resistant to available pesticides may also benefit from the compounds produced by ants to protect themselves

26 September 2021

Shimla's Coolies Are Vanishing Into Oblivion

It was the British who brought thousands of coolies to Shimla when they turned the place into the summer capital of India.

19 October 2021

This Fertiliser Calculator May Help Reduce Environmental Impact

Calculators’ are made using a supplier's calculation programme, which results in calculating only for a particular brand of fertiliser

26 September 2021

‘Fruit And Vegetables: Opportunities And Challenges For Small-Scale Sustainable Farming’

The book from FAO and CIRAD offers guidance to small-scale farmers when starting or expanding fruit and vegetable production.

21 September 2021

How You Can Take Part In Celebrating World Cotton Day

On World Cotton Day, stakeholders from the global cotton community come together to speak on the many benefits of cotton.

05 October 2021

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The Inspiring Story Of Assam's Nabanita Organic Farm

The farm is today a mini agri-hub: producing flowers, rice, pulses, oilseeds, fruits, vegetables; and includes aquaculture and poultry too

27 June 2021

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06 April 2021
How Arunachal, Mizoram Farmers Increased Yield

How Arunachal, Mizoram Farmers Increased Yield

Tata Trusts and NEIDA’s interventions ensure that low yields are things of the past in the villages of Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram.


04 April 2021
Can This Bihar Farmer Grow The ‘World’s Costliest Vegetable’?

Can This Bihar Farmer Grow The ‘World’s Costliest Vegetable’?

Amresh Singh is a 38-year-old farmer from Karamdih village under Navinagar block of Bihar’s Aurangabad district. He is among the pioneer in hop-shoot...


30 March 2021
Growing This Plant As Healthy Substitute To Sugar

Growing This Plant As Healthy Substitute To Sugar

Stevia rebaudiana has gained popularity as an alternative sweetener. In warmer climates, it is a perennial herb and can be harvested multiple times in a year.


17 March 2021
‘Farm-To-Table’ Movement Will Benefit Local Farmers

‘Farm-To-Table’ Movement Will Benefit Local Farmers

Direct sourcing from farmers eliminates involvement of middlemen, reduces transport time and nutrition is kept as intact as possible


12 March 2021
$1.1 Billion Needed To Fight Worsening Global Food Insecurity: FAO

$1.1 Billion Needed To Fight Worsening Global Food Insecurity: FAO

This year, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations aims to reach nearly 49 million people who rely on agriculture


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06 March 2021
Banker Goes On A Vacation, Joins Farmers’ Protest At Delhi Border

Banker Goes On A Vacation, Joins Farmers’ Protest At Delhi Border

'How can I take a vacation when other farmers are agitating for their rights under the open sky?' says the 28-year-old


06 March 2021
This Banker Quit Job To Join The ‘Farmers’ Cause’

This Banker Quit Job To Join The ‘Farmers’ Cause’

For 15 years he was working as an assistant manager in one of India’s top private banks at Sitarganj in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand.


04 March 2021
How Commercial Production Of Hemp Can Benefit Other Sectors

How Commercial Production Of Hemp Can Benefit Other Sectors

Shailesh Ganeriwala has come up with a wide range of products made from Hemp under the banner of OG Hemp.


01 March 2021
Empowering Story Of A Woman Who Followed Her Dream

Empowering Story Of A Woman Who Followed Her Dream

From a homemaker to a ‘master trainer’; today she encourages dozens of women to adopt agroecological practices.


17 February 2021
Grit, Determination: Inspiring Story Of A Woman Farmer

Grit, Determination: Inspiring Story Of A Woman Farmer

Meet Hemlata from Naki village of Munger district in Bihar, who used her knowledge in farming to create new opportunities and possibilities for a better living


14 January 2021
Selling Badges, Stickers At Borders: Here’s How Farmers' Protest Gave Vendors Chance To Revive Income

Selling Badges, Stickers At Borders: Here’s How Farmers' Protest Gave Vendors Chance To Revive Income

With the protesting farmers staying put at the border point of the national capital for over six weeks now, many small businesses have sprung up at the site,...


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14 January 2021
A Stay On Agri Laws Is No Big Deal, Say Farmers’ Unions

A Stay On Agri Laws Is No Big Deal, Say Farmers’ Unions

Want nothing short of repeal of agri laws, says protesting farmers


14 January 2021
Hope? None At All But We Stay And Fight, Say Farm Leaders

Hope? None At All But We Stay And Fight, Say Farm Leaders

Farm union leaders are unanimous in their opinion that the Supreme Court is speaking the Centre’s language


14 January 2021
Farmers Refuse To Appear Before ‘Pro-Farmer’ SC Panel

Farmers Refuse To Appear Before ‘Pro-Farmer’ SC Panel

It is the government's way to distract attention from the protest," a farmer leader said.


14 January 2021
Farmers' Protest: Bar Council Urges Farmers To Stop Protesting And Respect The Judiciary

Farmers' Protest: Bar Council Urges Farmers To Stop Protesting And Respect The Judiciary

The Bar Council of India has asked the farmers to appreciate the Supreme Court order and suspend their protests.


14 December 2020
UP Man Gives Away Free Sweaters To Keep Protesting Farmers Warm In Delhi Winter

UP Man Gives Away Free Sweaters To Keep Protesting Farmers Warm In Delhi Winter

The 35-year-old man has managed to distribute around 300 jackets and sweaters for free among the farmers.


13 December 2020
From Homemaker, Farmworker To Now Protester: Hundreds Of Women Join Farmers' Stir

From Homemaker, Farmworker To Now Protester: Hundreds Of Women Join Farmers' Stir

Many women have been travelling back and forth, balancing the jobs of taking care of their homes, fields and also participating in the agitation.


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