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FCI to release rice and wheat into open market to stabilise prices

FCI is offering 4K tonnes wheat and 13K tonnes rice in e-auction on August 30. 7.7L tonnes rice, 12K tonnes wheat available with FCI, A.P.. Buyers can bid 100 tonnes wheat, 1K tonnes rice. Reserve price for FRK rice is ₹2,973/quintal, non-FRK rice ₹2,900/quintal.

The Hindu

Stimulate consumer demand for greater millet promotion, say experts

Mela in Mysuru showcases millet varieties from different states to promote its health benefits & economic value for farmers. Govt. should fund 'Millet Mission' & create storage facilities. International Year of Millet should popularise its culinary delights. Farmer producers groups & tribal groups from 6 states showcase millet varieties. Ready-to-cook…

The Hindu

Farmers decry delay in registration for weather-based crop insurance scheme

National Farmers Protection Committee seeks Prime Minister’s intervention

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Focus on holistic development of Cauvery delta districts, T.N. CM Stalin urges officials

CM Stalin urges officials to focus on holistic dev. of Cauvery delta districts by promoting industries along with agri. Govt. implementing various schemes to improve infra & promote trade. Special focus on MGNREGS, Kalaignarin All Village Integrated Agri Dev. Programme, Anaithu Grama Anna Marumalarchi Thittam, CM's Rural Road Dev. Scheme…

The Hindu

Farmers ‘left in the lurch’ as post-Brexit payments delayed

Sector bosses angry at ‘lack of progress’ in replacing nature-friendly EU subsidies in UK

The Independent UK

Buying onions might leave Bengaluru consumers teary-eyed unless weather plays nice

Tomato prices recently dropped, but onion prices may soon rise due to delayed monsoon in Karnataka. In APMC, prices have jumped 50-60% in 15 days, while retail markets have seen prices rise from ₹30 to ₹40-45 per kg. 40% of farmers in Chitradurga have decided not to grow onions due…

The Hindu

Farmers in England unsure what to plant as post-Brexit payments delayed

Latest blow to sustainable farming incentive for nature recovery prompts warnings of ‘tough autumn’

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Driven to tears: On the government’s move to arrest prices

Blunt policy interventions could end up distorting sowing preferences in the coming year, especially in the crops that spurred more inflation this year

The Hindu

Animal welfare ruling surprises farmers

Farm decision might set a precedent for winter grazing consents

Newsroom.co.nz

Israeli Coworking Farm Hub In Rwanda To Ensure Food Security

The unique site, with a purpose-built water source and energy network, was designed by irrigation giant Netafim

Zenger

Millet Mela in Mysore on August 26 and 27

MYSURUA millet mela to showcase 250 varieties of millets, health benefits & financial benefits for farmers. Held Aug 26-27, supported by GIZ, ICAR, JSS & Devadhaanya. Attractions include culinary delights, fruit saplings, organic seeds, handicrafts & competitions. Call Manju K.S. or Komal for info.

The Hindu

First national convention of CTUs, SKM to launch campaign against BJP

The meeting of workers and farmers will chart joint programmes and campaigns ahead of the 2024 general elections in mind.

The Hindu

Cauvery row: AAP joins farmers’ protest against release of water to TN

AAP, farmers' outfit protest release of water from Kabini reservoir to TN; demand justice for farmers. AAP, farmers' join forces to oppose TN water release, demand justice for farmers. Protestors, led by AAP & farmers' leader, march to Irrigation Dept. office, seek justice for farmers. Protestors denounce State govt's decision…

The Hindu

How carbon capture and storage would boost the Illinois economy

If we hesitate to capitalize on this opportunity, other states won’t, putting at risk the jobs that could have been anchored right here in Illinois.

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Centre plans to procure 521 lakh tonnes rice this kharif

Union Food Ministry sets target to procure 521 lakh tonnes of rice in kharif season. To complete 3rd phase of universalisation of fortified rice ahead of March 2024. 2 lakh tonnes of sugar released for upcoming festivals

The Hindu

Inflation pressures may linger, but food prices to cool soon: FinMin

India's inflation woes may be transitory due to global uncertainties and domestic disruptions. The Finance Ministry noted the 11.5% food inflation rate and 4.9% core inflation rate, and cautioned that global monetary tightening could hurt stock markets in emerging economies. Government efforts to reduce food inflation expected to materialise in…

The Guardian - AU

Australia tries to salvage EU trade talks after being ‘offered too little and asked too much’

Tim Ayres says ahead of meeting in India that both sides ‘ought to get on with it’ but warns deal only possible if farmers gain more access to European markets

The Hindu

Red gram price reaches ₹12,123 per quintal, for an all-time high in Kalaburagi

Red gram prices in Kalaburagi have risen to a record high of ₹12,123/quintal due to decreased supply & increased demand. Floods & wilt disease have caused a 30% decrease in production. Tur dal prices have also risen to ₹150/kg due to the high cost of red gram. Kalaburagi's red gram…

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Piyush Goyal cautions protesting onion farmers against ‘political opponents’

Centre in touch with Maharashtra government to diffuse protests by onion farmers. Centre is taking decisions to balance interests of farmers and consumers, Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Piyush Goyal said

The Independent UK

Can a vegan diet help with hot flashes in menopausal women?

To conduct the study, researchers recruited 84 postmenopausal women that reported episodes of hot flashes two or more times per day - here’s what researchers found

The Hindu

Govt.’s pre-emptive measures will cool food prices: Finance Ministry

Finance Ministry says food inflation likely to be transitory due to govt pre-emptive measures & arrival of fresh crops. Govt has taken steps to restrain food inflation & imports of pulses to moderate inflation. RBI's MPC revised inflation projection to 5.4% & Govt capex driving growth. External sector needs monitoring…

Newcastle Herald

Hunter Valley viticulturist Liz Riley wins major wine industry award

'Her contribution is long and lasting.'

The Hindu

Govt to constitute high-level committee to monitor implementation of crop loan waiver, says Harish Rao

Govt forms high-level committee to monitor crop loan waiver & renewal of loans to farmers. Committee to review disbursal of waiver amount bank-wise. CM KCR implemented process twice unconditionally, totalling ₹24,242 crore. Bankers urged to ensure waiver amount reaches farmers & pay those who already cleared loans. Govt attaches importance…

The Guardian - UK

Overhaul poultry farming to tackle spread of bird flu, urge campaigners

Report argues chickens should be kept in much smaller flocks and given more space

The Hindu

After 15 years as a daily wager, an agricultural labourer from the Kondh tribe will study to be a doctor

Krushnachandra Ataka, a 33-yr-old agriculturl labourer, is set to join medical college after 15 years of labouring, including. 2 years as migrant worker. With support from NGO and family, he passed Class X and NEET, securing all-India rank of 7,18,996. He borrowed ₹37,950 for admission fee, with no interest. He…

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