News Topic:Farmers

In a significant move towards the welfare of the farmers, the government has extended Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to the farmers of all 20 districts of UT of J&K.

A mega lift irrigation scheme in Chakoora village of Litter Tehsil of Pulwama district is awaiting completion even as land donors are waiting for compensation.

Jammu and Kashmir administration is likely to come up with a formal order in a week’s time, ensuring protection for the poor and common masses.

A man drove on a tractor all the way from Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi city and reached Srinagar on Sunday to participate in Bharat Jodo Yatra.

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

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.

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

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.