Indian farmers

The Centre is preparing for Rabi 2026-27 amid concerns over soil moisture and water availability. What are states planning before farmers begin sowing?

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?

Rising temperatures can shorten crop growth and affect flowering. Can changing sowing dates, varieties and irrigation help farmers reduce heat-related crop losses?

Rabi sowing will begin across India in the coming weeks. What should farmers check before choosing a crop or variety, from water availability and soil to seed and market demand?

Kharif crop coverage has fallen by 17.69 lakh hectares from last year, with rice and maize showing lower acreage. Here is what the latest data means for farmers.

Dryland farming supports a large share of India’s food production but faces rising water stress, soil degradation and uncertain rainfall. Here are practical ways farmers can adapt.

Weak monsoon rainfall could leave less soil moisture for India's rabi crops. Farmers can start planning now around water, crop choice, seed and input availability.

Soil-moisture sensors can help farmers decide when crops actually need water. Here is how the technology works and whether it makes sense for small farms.

Kashi AzoBC is a microbial consortium biofertilizer developed by ICAR. Here is how it works and what farmers should know before using such products.

Climate change is making rainfall and temperatures less predictable for Indian farmers. Here are practical ways to reduce crop and income risks.