News Topic:Farmers

India becomes largest producer and exporter of sugar

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said that farmers are getting more money directly in their accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer.

Land under horticulture increases 400% since 1975 in J-K

Farmers in J&K have been switching from paddy farming as the Union Territory has witnessed over 400 per cent increase in the area under horticulture since 1975.

PM KISAN beneficiaries to receive 12th instalment only in Aadhar-seeded accounts

Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta on Tuesday chaired a meeting to take stock of progress under various welfare schemes in Jammu and Kashmir.

Apple growers fear losses as packing material cost rises abruptly

In a major setback to Kashmir's most vital industry horticulture, the prices of packing material have increased abruptly due to which apple growers fear losses.

Farmers worried as fungal disease hits apple orchards in south Kashmir

Apple growers in south Kashmir are very much concerned about the outbreak of Alternaria leaf blotch in orchards, causing huge scars on the leaves of trees.

Despite bumper crop, low demand mars hopes of cherry growers in Kashmir

Despite the bumper cherry crop this year, very low rates of the produce are marring the hopes of growers across the Kashmir Valley.

Authorities advise farmers to suspend agricultural operations

The Meteorological Department has predicted a three-day wet spell in Jammu and Kashmir from Tuesday, advising farmers to suspend chemical sprays, irrigation.

Farmers announce to call off 15-month-long protest

Farmers, who have been protesting against the farm laws (now scrapped), announced to end their protest and return to their homes on Saturday.

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