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(Search results - 27)Lifestyle NewsApr 12, 2024, 3:57 PM IST
Baisakhi and Agriculture: Know the Significance of India's Harvest Season
Baisakhi marks the beginning of the New Year for the Sikh and Punjabi populations. The day holds special significance for agricultural producers because it marks the start of the harvest season for rabi crops.
Lifestyle NewsApr 1, 2024, 4:55 PM IST
7 Best summer vegetable plants that are easy to grow at home
Growing vegetables in the summer is also a great idea. Vegetables that prefer full light, long days and warm temperatures perform well in India's intense summers. One advantage of summer vegetables is that they can be eaten even during the monsoon season.
Lifestyle NewsFeb 22, 2024, 1:31 PM IST
5 Best Government Schemes for Farmers
PM Kisan Samman Yojana aims to offer direct financial aid to farmers. Under this scheme, farmers receive Rs 6000 annually in three instalments. PMFBY covers risks associated with crops from the sowing stage to harvesting. It provides insurance for crops during both the Rabi and Kharif seasons.
India UntoldFeb 16, 2024, 9:52 AM IST
A Farmer in Rajasthan Who Makes Crores from Aloe Vera Cultivation
Harish began cultivating aloe vera, pomegranate, olive and other crops on 562 acres of land. Currently, he has 20 lakh aloe vera plants on his land. Reportedly, he makes around Rs 2.5 crore annually.
India UntoldDec 11, 2023, 9:27 AM IST
Lemon Grass Cultivation: A farmer’s journey towards sustainable agriculture
Farmers commonly face challenges such as insect infestations in sugarcane crops, losses caused by stray animals, and delayed payments of their production. Dharmendra Tomar sought a solution to these issues. He introduced a simple and cost-effective solution which involved lemon grass cultivation.
India UntoldSep 22, 2023, 8:38 AM IST
This NIT and IIT alumnus is leading the way in organic farming by being a role model for his fellow farmers
Tathagat Barodh form Madhya Pradesh took up farming as a career after completing his studies from NIT and IIT. He did not do a private job and has been involved in organic farming practices for the last 5 years. Crops like moringa, amla, turmeric, gram, lemon grass are grown on his fields. The other farmers of his area look up to him for inspiration and consider him a role model.
India UntoldSep 1, 2023, 1:47 PM IST
Skipping the dream of joining the army, Sarvesh is now a farmer and grows his crops organically
Sarvesh Kumar could not clear the exams for joining the armed forces even after four attempts. He changed his career path and became a farmer instead. He employs organic farming practices in his fields and earns more by selling his organic vegetables and products. Sarvesh has been awarded with the Progressive Farmer Award.
IndiaFeb 5, 2021, 3:50 PM IST
How growing multiple crops in the same field can be profitable and increase the yield
By growing a variety of crops in the same field, a farmer can increase its yield and at the same time, reduce weeds and earn more
IndiaDec 10, 2020, 3:45 PM IST
Farm laws: Amid protests, Modi-led government buys Kharif crops worth Rs 67,248.22 crore at MSP
While farmers’ protests go on, the Union government has purchased Kharif 2020-21 crops at its MSP from farmers as per its existing MSP Schemes
IndiaDec 1, 2020, 7:08 PM IST
Farm laws: Farmers in 4 districts of Maharashtra record Rs 10 crore with out-of-mandi trade
In Maharashtra, as per MahaFPC, the umbrella body of farmer producing companies (FPCs) FPCs in four districts have made about Rs 10 crores from trade outside mandis
IndiaOct 16, 2020, 12:29 PM IST
Here are 17 new ‘Super Cops’ to fight malnutrition in India
Prime minister Narendra Modi has unveiled 17 recently developed biofortified varieties of 8 crops
CultureJul 15, 2020, 8:13 PM IST
Meet Maitreni Mishra a creative soul who spread her wings of artistry during lockdown
Here's how talent crops up when bloggers like Maitreni do not allow lockdown to take a toll on their dreams. She remained hustling even behind those doors!
Culture ShaukJan 13, 2020, 4:04 PM IST
Lohri: History & Significance of This Popular Punjabi Folk Festival
Lohri is one of the most commonly celebrated festivals in India and it is a way to spread the joy of seeing the sparkling pearls of Rabi crops amidst traditional folk songs, dance and food. In this episode of Culture 'Shauk' with Sunita Iyer, let’s take a look at the history and the importance of this festival.
IndiaJan 7, 2020, 8:33 PM IST
Major Highlights of Govt Schemes For Farmers During the Year 2019
PM-KMY inaugurated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 12th September, 2019 provides for payment of minimum pension of Rs.3000/- per month to the eligible small and marginal farmers on attaining the age of 60 years.
PoliticsOct 9, 2019, 6:01 PM IST
How The Government Is Helping Indian Farmers
To help the farmers' agriculture ministry of India has proposed a 7% hike in MSP that is the Minimum Support Price of Rabi crops. The ministry has recommended increasing the price of various Rabi crops. Watch the video to know how will hike in MSP benefit the farmers and the Indian Economy.