Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Gujarat Government Takes Steps to Protect Cattle Herders
The Gujarat government has made an important decision to protect cattle herders in the Banaskantha district. This move comes as a way to strengthen the cooperative structure and improve the…
Farm Ponds Bring Joy to Farmers in Banaskantha District
In Banaskantha district, farmers have created around 2,000 farm ponds this year. Despite facing a challenging rainy season, most of these ponds are now filled with water. This has brought…
Banaskantha Closes Private Milk Purchase Centres to Protect Farmers
In a recent decision aimed at supporting livestock farmers, authorities in Banaskantha have ordered the closure of private milk purchase centres. This move is part of a broader initiative to…
Introducing Nirmal Peanut Oil: A Healthy Choice from Gujarat
In a significant move to promote cooperative activities, the Gujarat government has launched a new peanut oil processing unit in Khambhalia. This initiative aligns with the celebration of 2025 as…
Unexpected Rain Causes Major Crop Damage in Disa Taluka
In Disa Taluka, sudden unseasonal rain has devastated farmers’ hopes. The rain has severely damaged crops, especially millet and groundnuts, leading to a crisis among local farmers. The situation is…
Farmers in Banaskantha Embrace Groundwater Enrichment Initiative
Farmers in Banaskantha, Gujarat, are actively participating in a groundwater enrichment initiative as part of India’s ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this campaign aims to…
Gujarat to Digitise All 224 APMCs to Boost Efficiency
Gujarat is on a path to fully digitalise all 224 Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs). This initiative aims to improve transparency and efficiency in agricultural trade across the state. The…
Gujarat’s APMCs Strengthen with Technology Training Programmes
In Gujarat, the government has launched a series of training programmes to enhance the efficiency of Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) using technology. This initiative is part of the celebration…
Empowering Women in the Dairy Industry: A Joint Initiative by Gujarat and Rajasthan
In a significant event aimed at empowering women in the dairy industry, the National Commission for Women (NCW) held a special training and empowerment programme today at Banas Medical College…
Flooding in Disa Taluka Affects Farmers
Disa Taluka, located in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat, has faced significant flooding recently. Areas such as Zherda, Kansari, Baiwada, Javal, Talepura, and Vithodhar have seen fields transformed into lakes…
SOMS 2025: A New Direction for Agricultural Entrepreneurship and Rural Journalism
The SOMS 2025 event took place successfully at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar. This gathering focused on the theme of “Agri-Entrepreneurship”. It aimed to promote innovations in agriculture,…
Gujarat’s Farmers Suffer from Heavy Rains: A Call for Compensation
In Gujarat, recent heavy rains have caused significant damage to crops, particularly Bajra (pearl millet) and fodder crops. Farmers in districts such as Disa and Lakhani are facing dire situations…