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A fortnight after mocking Rahul Gandhi, Himanta Biswa Sarma lauds Assam minister for farming

NEW DELHI: Just a fortnight ago, Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had mocked former Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for trying his hands at farming. However, on Sunday, he heaped praises on his agriculture minister for doing the same. The CM also announced that very soon, all his ministers, senior…

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Farmer associations urge Karnataka govt. to take up local procurement to address foodgrain inflation

Karnataka govt. issues order to limit storage of grain by millers/wholesalers to combat foodgrain inflation. Farmer associations call for long-term measures such as local procurement, storage, and distribution. Govt. urged to buy directly from farmers, use RSKs/CSCs, revive link with primary agri-coops. Sangha demands local procurement, Grameen Kooli Karmikara Sangha…

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Anna Bhagya: ₹456 crore credited to 78 lakh ration cards holders in 24 districts

Karnataka govt. has credited ₹456.73 cr to 78.4 lakh beneficiaries under Anna Bhagya scheme. DBT is still under process for 18.86 lakh beneficiaries in 7 districts. Govt. transfers ₹170/month/beneficiary in lieu of 5 kg rice. 1.28 cr ration card holders, 97.27 lakh eligible; 8.7 lakh kept out. 21 lakh yet…

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KCR accuses Centre of creating troubles for TS in paddy procurement

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Final draft of coffee Bill ready to be tabled in Parliament

A final draft of India’s new coffee legislation, Coffee (Promotion and Development) Bill, 2022, an effort to to refresh the archaic Coffee Act (1942), that is seen as overly regulating the commodity in the last over 80 years, is expected to be tabled in the Parliament in the ongoing monsoon session.

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ICAR-CTCRI to focus on climate-resilient crop varieties

During the 2022-2023 year, 346 crop varieties have been released by the institution across the country, and of this, 255 crop varieties are climate resilient. CTCRI observes its 60th foundation day

The Hindu

Farmer shows the way to store rainwater, construct reservoir on own farmland

At a time when depleting groundwater level and shortage of rain are taking a toll on cultivation, forcing many farmers to have a rethink on farming, a farmer at Perumukha at Badidaka in Kasaragod is gaining attention by developing a rainwater harvesting system on his farmland.

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Serve with the feeling that you are serving the nation: Shobha Karandlaje tells youth

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje urges new recruits to work for nation-building. 70,000 youths appointed in 44 places across India. 148 youths given appointment orders.

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Illinois farmers talk about drought, deluge and dealing with climate change

The state’s largest industry can’t ignore global warming — but change can be slow and expensive. Here’s what farmers say is tipping the scales for them.

Chicago Sun-Times

Governor bats for ‘Panchagavya’ for quality-yield agriculture

Governor Nazeer hails Panchagavya as great medicine for improving agricultural yield. He appreciates TTD for promoting natural farming & procuring organic products.

The Hindu

Prices of tomato expected to come down with increase in arrival of new crop from Maharashtra: Govt to Rajya Sabha

The prices of tomato is expected to come down with the increase in arrival of new crop from Nasik, Naryangoan and Aurangabad belt in Maharashtra and also from Madhya Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tomato effect: Tamarind prices up, but farmers in Karnataka not a happy lot

Tomato prices remain high, while tamarind prices also increasing. Farmers not happy as brokers getting profit. Harvesting and processing tamarind a challenge due to labour cost, lack of tech. Farmers giving trees on lease, shifting to areca nut. Govt should take decision on cold storage to help tamarind growers in…

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Tomato prices expected to fall after higher supplies from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, says Centre

Tomato prices expected to fall due to higher supply from Maharashtra & Madhya Pradesh. Govt procuring tomatoes to make them available at affordable prices in Delhi-NCR, Bihar & Rajasthan. MIS implemented to protect growers from distress sale. Prices shot up to ₹200-250/kg due to monsoon rains & logistics disruptions. Average…

The Hindu

Ban on white rice export may not impact A.P. farmers much, say experts

Union govt bans export of white rice to control rising food grain prices; AP farmers unlikely to be impacted; exporters concerned; MSP increase, local consumption to help stabilize prices; 5% decrease in long grain rice expected.

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Odisha launches interest free crop loan up to Rs. 1 lakh

Odisha Cabinet approves Rs. 5700 crore for interest-free crop loans up to Rs. 1 lakh & 2% interest for loans above Rs. 1 lakh-Rs. 3 lakh. 32.43 lakh small & marginal farmers to avail 0% interest rate. Rs. 250 crore allocated for construction of 10,000 VSS buildings in 4 yrs.

The Hindu

Textile mills call off strike after talks with Ministers

Textile mills in Tamil Nadu have called off strike following talks with government on July 21. They demanded support to bring down production cost and the government has said it will consider the industry demands.

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Nandini milk price expected to go up by ₹3 a litre from August 1

Karnataka govt approves ₹ 3 hike in Nandini milk prices; increase to come into effect after State Cabinet clearance. KMF president says decision aimed to strengthen co-op dairy sector, financial benefit to be passed on to milk farmers.

The Hindu

Governor calls upon students to contribute towards India’s development

Gov. Gehlot urges fresh agri/horti grads to make India "Vishwa Guru" in 25 yrs. He suggests they become job-givers, not seekers, and use tech to enhance yield/income. Minister Cheluvarayaswamy also calls for making agri commercially successful. 28 students receive gold medals, incl. Kavya M.D. who is preparing for civil services.

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Govt. mulls law to check use of fraudulent weighing machines by private sugar factories

Govt. plans new law to regulate private sugar factories in Karnataka. Minister said factories have been operating without permission & cheating cane growers. Govt. to install automatic weighing machines & take stern action against those involved in fraudulent methods. Families from other States depend on cane harvest & get lesser…

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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Dip in number of farmer suicides in State, and more

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These farmworkers thought a new overtime law would help them. Now, they want it gone

Washington state is among a handful of states with new laws granting farmworkers the right to earn time-and-a-half for overtime work. But for many workers, things haven't turned out as expected.

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Does Your Trust Have an Environmental Indemnification Clause?

Trusts that include farmland, industrial or commercial property could have this clause, so it’s important to know what it means and why it's there.

The Guardian - UK

India’s ban on rice exports raises fear of global food price rises

Attempt to curb domestic inflation behind country’s decision on non-basmati white rice

The Guardian - UK

Have we reached peak fish?

Humans are eating more seafood than ever, and we are removing fish from the ocean at a far greater rate than they can replenish. What can be done?

The Hindu

The real price of tomato farming

Tomato traders from across India flock to Kolar, Karnataka. Prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, with a 15 kg box selling for ₹2,200. Farmers are suffering losses due to leaf curl disease, with yields reduced by 30-40%. Input costs have also increased, leading to further losses. The Union govt. and…

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