Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Water Scarcity Turns Farmland Barren in Vadgam’s Chhapi Region
In the Vadgam taluka of Banaskantha district, 25 villages in the Chhapi area are facing severe water shortages. Farmers are struggling as their fields have become barren. The underground water…
Gujarat’s Agroforestry Scheme Benefits Farmers with Sustainable Practices
In Gujarat, an innovative agroforestry scheme is changing the landscape for farmers. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the state has implemented various environmentally friendly initiatives. These efforts…
Concrete Forests Replace Agricultural Land in Gujarat
In the districts around Disa, agricultural land is rapidly disappearing. The ongoing urbanisation and construction of concrete structures are threatening farmland. Many locals, who have traditionally relied on agriculture, are…
Gujarat’s Dairy Sector: A Pillar of Progress
Gandhinagar recently hosted a state-level workshop on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), organised by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Animal Husbandry Department of the Gujarat government. This workshop focused…
Gujarat Aims for Global Identity in Animal Husbandry
In an exciting development for Gujarat’s agriculture sector, Banas Dairy hosted a grand Milk Day and Women’s Awareness Program. This event took place in Banaskantha and was chaired by Shankarbhai…
Adani Foundation Encourages Women to Grow Fresh Vegetables in Gujarat
The Adani Foundation, in collaboration with ACC Cements, has launched a new initiative called Poshan Vatika. This program aims to promote the cultivation of fresh vegetables among women in the…
Gujarat’s Milk Production Achieves Remarkable Growth
Gujarat has seen a significant increase in milk production over the last two decades. With an impressive rise of 11.8 million tonnes, the state has secured the fourth position in…
IFFCO Reports Strong Growth in Financial Year 2024-25
IFFCO, the world’s largest cooperative, has announced significant growth for the financial year 2024-25. The company reported a profit before tax of ₹3,811 crores, up by 47% in sales of…
Farmers Face Double Blow from Hailstorms in Banaskantha District
Farmers in Banaskantha District, Gujarat, are facing a tough time. In May, they have been hit by hailstorms for the second time. Heavy rain, accompanied by strong winds and lightning,…
Increase in Support Prices for Farmers in Gujarat
The Indian government has announced an increase in support prices for various crops in Gujarat for the 2025-26 kharif season. This decision aims to provide economic security to farmers and…
Increase in Minimum Support Prices for Gujarat Farmers
The Gujarat government has announced a significant increase in the minimum support prices (MSP) for various crops for the year 2025-26. This decision aims to provide financial security to farmers…
New Portal for Farmers in Gujarat: Ikhedut 2.0
The Gujarat government’s Ikhedut 2.0 portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) is the state’s most ambitious digital push for agricultural welfare — a single window where farmers, horticulturalists, livestock owners, and fishermen can apply…