The Indian Express, Author at AgriInsite

As Israel-Iran conflict escalates, Basmati exporters feel the pinch

Escalating Israel-Iran tensions have alarmed Basmati exporters in Punjab, as Middle Eastern nations—especially Iran—are major buyers. With several consignments in transit, exporters...

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Maize News in English

Punjab : Pilot project to replace paddy with water-saving kharif maize ‘too little, too late’: experts

A Punjab government pilot project promoting a shift from paddy to kharif maize in six districts has faced criticism from experts. They...

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Edible Oil News in English

As edible oil, pulses import duty slashed, farmers say ‘we are getting hit’

Soyabean farmers like Ramesh Patil in Maharashtra are bracing for losses as market prices (₹4,200/quintal) remain below the MSP (₹5,328). The government’s...

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Rice News in English

25% rice yet to be milled in Punjab; frustrated millers say repeat of last year, ask govt to create space in godowns

Nearly 25% of Punjab’s rice remains unmilled past the March 31 deadline, with 29.3 LMT still pending. Millers blame storage shortages, transport...

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Edible Oil News in English

Lower duty on edible oils, nuts; target growth in spice, rice in US deal: Niti Aayog

India should offer selective concessions on US farm products like soybean oil and nuts to address supply gaps, while pushing for duty...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Sugar industry at crossroad as grain-based ethanol supply looks to take off

Ethanol’s appeal for sugar mills is waning as grain-based production surges. With lower returns, mills are diverting less sugar to ethanol—only 32...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Centre asks Punjab govt to reconsider fee levied on ethanol production

The Union Petroleum Ministry has urged the Punjab government to reconsider a new ethanol regulatory fee in its Excise Policy 2025–26, warning...

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Rice News in English

Trade deals will bring opportunities for Indian agriculture. But there will also be challenges

India’s trade performance in FY25 showed resilience amid global uncertainties. Total exports rose 6.5% to \$820.93 billion, driven by services and merchandise....