Publisher - Agriculture and Farming Technology Updates

The Centre is working on a new Seed Act with QR-based traceability, tougher penalties and a proposed compensation system for farmers facing seed failure.

PM-KUSUM supports farmers with subsidies for solar pumps and pump solarisation. Here is how the scheme works, who can apply and what farmers may have to pay.

Power weeders and mechanical weeders can reduce manual labour in farm fields. Learn which machines suit different crops and what farmers should check before buying.

Mushroom farming can use small spaces and crop residues. Learn about suitable varieties, basic equipment, costs, markets and common mistakes before starting a unit.

Farm ponds can store rainwater for irrigation during dry periods. Here is how farmers can plan, build and maintain a pond and use stored water efficiently.

ICAR has licensed mustard variety BPM-1825 for wider seed production and distribution. Here is its yield, oil content, growing zone and key features.

Heat stress can reduce feed intake, milk production and fertility in dairy animals. Here are practical steps farmers can take to keep cattle and buffaloes cool.