Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Farmers Demand Fair Compensation for Land Affected by Bharatmala Project
In Banaskantha district, a significant protest has arisen against the Bharatmala project, a major initiative by the Indian government. Farmers in the Kankrej area have expressed their dissatisfaction with the…
Groundnut Revenue Drops in Deesa Market by 3.5 Lakh Sacks
Farmers in the Deesa region of Gujarat are facing a tough time. This year, unexpected rains have devastated their groundnut crops. The summer groundnut was ruined by early rains, and…
Farmers Advised to Buy Seeds and Fertilisers Only from Licensed Vendors
Farmers in Gujarat are urged to exercise caution when purchasing seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides during the monsoon season. As the state witnesses a surge in Kharif crop sowing, the Agriculture…
Farmers Urged to Buy Seeds and Fertilisers from Licensed Vendors
As Gujarat’s Kharif season approaches, farmers across districts including Banaskantha, Mehsana, and Anand must prioritise purchasing seeds and fertilisers only from licensed vendors. This practice…
Flooding Caused by Canal Breach Affects Farmers in Khadiyaraapura
A significant incident occurred in the Khadiyaraapura village, where a breach in the canal caused severe flooding. The breach happened in the Mahi canal’s branch that runs from Matar to…
Farmers in Lakhani Demand Urea Fertilizer Amid Shortage
Farmers in Lakhani, a town in Banaskantha district, are facing a serious issue. They are struggling with a shortage of urea fertilizer. This shortage comes at a critical time as…
Gujarat’s Mangoes Take the World Stage
Gujarat is known for its delicious mangoes, especially the famous Kesar variety. In the 2024-2025 season, the state exported over 856 metric tons of mangoes, adding to more than 3,000…
Farmers in Banaskantha Purchase 9,155 Metric Tons of Millet at Support Price
In Banaskantha district of Gujarat, a significant number of farmers have benefited from the government’s support price scheme for millet. This year, 1,137 farmers received a total of ₹19.58 crores…
Gujarat Governor Praises PM Modi’s Initiative on Natural Farming
In a significant meeting, Gujarat’s Governor, Acharya Devvrat, recently met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. They discussed the promotion of natural farming and its successful implementation at…
Gujarat Agriculture Minister Discusses Technology Benefits for Farmers
In a significant meeting in New Delhi, Gujarat’s Agriculture Minister Dilip Sanghani met with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The meeting focused on how technology can benefit farmers and…
Farmers Demand Extension for Millet Purchase Deadline in Banaskantha
In Banaskantha district, farmers are facing a tough time. They have registered their millet crops for purchase at a support price, but many cannot sell their produce. The government had…