Rice Area Fell by 16.37 Lakh Hectares, Which Kharif Crops Gained Ground This Year?
India's Kharif sowing area was 17.69 lakh hectares lower than last year by September 4. Rice declined while pulses and some coarse cereals gained ground.
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Rice Area Fell by 16.37 Lakh Hectares, Which Kharif Crops Gained Ground This Year?
India's Kharif sowing area was 17.69 lakh hectares lower than last year by September 4. Rice declined while pulses and some coarse cereals gained ground.
Fresh Mushrooms Spoil Quickly, Can Drying and Powder Making Give Farmers More Time to Sell?
Fresh mushrooms have a short shelf life. Can drying, powder and other value-added products help farmers reduce losses and create another income stream?
Want to Start a Food Processing Unit? What Government Support Can Small Farmers Get?
PMFME offers credit-linked subsidy, training and market support for micro food processing units. What can farmers, SHGs and FPOs get under the scheme?
Can Solar Pumps Cut Irrigation Costs? What Should Farmers Check Before Buying One?
Solar pumps can reduce dependence on diesel and grid electricity for irrigation. What pump size, water source, subsidy and maintenance should farmers check?
Can One Farmer’s Pomegranate Orchard Show How Drip Irrigation Changes Returns?
A Telangana farmer used drip irrigation and timely pruning in a 5-acre pomegranate orchard. What changed in yield, costs and income?
Wheat Sowing Is Approaching, How Can Farmers Get New Varieties From ICAR?
ICAR-IIWBR's seed portal is open for wheat and barley bookings. Which varieties are available, who can register and what should farmers check before booking?
Can Green Manure Reduce Fertiliser Needs? What Should Farmers Know Before Growing It?
Green manure crops such as dhaincha and sunhemp can add biomass and nitrogen to soil. How should farmers grow and incorporate them before the main crop?
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