ICAR Begins Local Climate Action Plans: What It Could Mean for Indian Farmers
ICAR is developing location-specific climate resilience plans for Indian agriculture. Here is what the new approach could mean for farmers facing changing weather risks.
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Green Manure: Can Dhaincha Help Farmers Improve Soil Before the Next Crop?
Learn how green manure crops such as dhaincha can help Indian farmers improve soil health, recycle nutrients and reduce dependence on external inputs.
Crop Residue Management: Can Farmers Turn Farm Waste Into a Resource?
Learn how Indian farmers can manage crop residue through mulching, incorporation, livestock feed, machinery and other practical options instead of burning.
Why Indian Farmers Are Turning to Millets for Better Water Management
Millets can help farmers diversify crops and manage water needs in areas facing water stress. Learn which millets India grows and why their cultivation matters.
Why Are Indian Farmers Planting More Climate-Resilient Crops? What Is Changing on…
Indian farmers are being encouraged to match crops with local water, soil and climate conditions. Here is how crop diversification, soil health and water management can help farms respond to…
Can Soil Testing Tell Farmers Which Fertiliser to Use? What the Soil Health Card…
A Soil Health Card shows farmers the nutrient status of their fields and gives crop-specific fertiliser recommendations. Here is how farmers can use the report before applying nutrients.
ICAR Developed 386 Crop Varieties in a Year, What Could They Change for Farmers?
ICAR developed 386 improved crop varieties across 44 crops in 2025-26. What traits do the new varieties offer and when can farmers access them?
Farmers Are Getting Paid for Building Soil Carbon, How Does It Work?
More than 2,500 farmers in Punjab and Haryana are receiving soil-carbon payments. How are carbon credits measured, verified and linked to farm practices?
Rabi Sowing Is Near, What Is the Centre Doing About Low Soil Moisture?
The Centre is preparing for Rabi 2026-27 amid concerns over soil moisture and water availability. What are states planning before farmers begin sowing?
Why Are Farmers Growing Two Crops Together? Can Intercropping Reduce Farm Risk?
Intercropping lets farmers grow two or more crops in the same field. How does it work, which crop combinations can farmers try and what should they check first?