The Hindu Businessline, Author at AgriInsite

Edible oil industry seeks government support amid West Asia crisis

The Solvent Extractors’ Association urged government support as the West Asia crisis sharply raised edible oil import costs, freight and insurance charges....

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Wheat News in English

Indian wheat purchase gathers pace as M.P. mops up 2.5 million tonnes

India’s wheat procurement narrowed its deficit gap after purchases surged 51% year-on-year in early May, driven by strong buying in Madhya Pradesh....

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

India didn’t discover ethanol in crisis — It prepared for it

India’s ethanol blending programme has emerged as a major energy security buffer amid the 2026 global oil crisis, with blending reaching 20%...

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Wheat News in English

Punjab wheat evacuation ahead of last year despite lower arrivals; Centre adds 100 railway rakes

Punjab recorded faster wheat evacuation from mandis during the 2026 rabi procurement season, with lifting surpassing last year despite lower arrivals. The...

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Rice News in English

West Asia crisis: Rice exports dip 7.5% to $11.53 bn in 2025–26

India’s rice exports fell 7.5% to $11.53 billion in 2025-26, hit by declining shipments to Middle East markets amid geopolitical tensions. Payment...

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Wheat News in English

Shivraj Singh Chouhan expresses concern over ‘low’ wheat purchase in M.P., to speak to CM

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged officials in Madhya Pradesh to speed up wheat procurement amid farmer dissatisfaction. He directed better...

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Wheat News in English

ICAR hopes tide over any weather threat to wheat crop in February

IMD’s forecast of above-normal January temperatures in north-west India has raised concerns among wheat farmers ahead of the critical February grain-filling stage....