Tag: Agriculture
New method developed to identify pests with precision
The scientists at the Centre for DNA Taxonomy in Kolkata, have developed a DNA barcoding technique to identify thrips insect species in India and found that this technique is effective...........
Mahyco founder, Dr B R Barwale passes away
Known as the founder and Chairman of one of the biggest players in the seeds industry, Dr B R Barwale has been also a renowned figure for his philanthropic activities and varied interests.........
NDDB launches new logo signifying safe & quality milk
The aim of Quality Mark “Logo” is to bring about process improvement in the entire value chain from producer to the consumer to ensure availability of quality milk and milk products..........
ICAR celebrates its 89th foundation day
The Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, Mr Radha Mohan Singh addressed a gathering on 89th Foundation Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).......
Record production of food grains in 2016-17, reveals govt’s data
While revealing that there has been record production of food grains and fruits, the union agriculture minister, Mr Radha Mohan Singh also assured that government is sensitive to the need to strengthen the market dynamics................
NCDC hikes funds for agri & milk cooperatives by 89% during...
The National Cooperative Development Corporation has released Rs 28,771.31 crore in the years 2014-17 compared to Rs 15,143.76 crore in the years 2011-14 to the various cooperatives........
Agriculture minister interacts with the public through Facebook live
The three departments of the agriculture ministry participated in the event..........
BioVoice eMag July 2017 Issue-2 Volume-2
BioVoice eMag July 2017 Issue-2 Volume-2:
The ‘July 2017’ edition features ‘Cover Story’ on the impact of implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) in...
Agricultural mechanization rose to 90.54% in 2014-15: R M Singh
As per the union agriculture minister, the additional demand for energy for farm works should be met through agro mechanization and for this, the agricultural mechanization sector too needs to grow rapidly..........
GST Rollout: 50 kg fertilizer bag to now cost Rs 295.47...
Decision to reduce tax rate on fertilizers from existing 12% to 5 % under GST taken in the interests of the Farmers who are expected to benefit to the tune of Rs. 1261 crores under new regime...........