crops
Wheat sowing up 4.28 per cent at 202.54 lakh hectares so far
As per the ministry's latest data, wheat was sown in 8.34 lakh hectare more area so far in the ongoing rabi (winter) season.
Untimely rains hit India's summer crops, delay rural economy recovery
Heavy rains in October and November have brought more misery to India’s farmers.
Incessent rains damage crops in Nashik region
Crops spread over 21,901.71 hectares across 758 villages in the district have been damaged due to heavy rains affecting 32,433 farmers.
Monsoon deficit narrows; kharif sowing progressing well: Agri Min
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has projected overall monsoon to remain normal.
Pre-monsoon rains cause damage to crops in Odisha
Farmers have said that since the yield was good this year, crop loss due to heavy rain might be higher.
Genetics technology could give rise to more crops, fresher food
The food industry has faced pressure from retailers as consumer awareness of genetically modified foods has increased.
India’s arid lands, thirsty crops
India’s water crisis stems from a thorny mix of economic, geographic and political factors.
Global warming reduces protein in key crops: study
This is causing populations at risk of growth stunting and early death. Find out more.