The Statesman, Author at AgriInsite

Sugar prices may decline further ahead of Dussehra, Diwali: ISMA DG says

ISMA Director General Deepak Ballani stated that India's government and sugar industry are collaborating to ensure adequate supplies and stable prices during...

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Edible Oil News in English

Bengal may launch own edible oil brand to contain prices, says Dilip Ghosh

West Bengal may launch its own edible oil brand to contain prices, strengthen cooperatives and improve market access for oilseed farmers. The...

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Wheat News in English

Centre rejects below-MSP claims, says Punjab wheat prices stayed above support price

The Centre told Parliament that Punjab wheat and paddy sold above MSP, with wheat averaging ₹2,597/quintal against the ₹2,585 MSP. It attributed...

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Rice News in English

New rice farming method in Bengal can reduce carbon emissions while boosting yields

A West Bengal-developed Furrow Tillage Field (FTF) system reduced paddy field carbon emissions by 40%, maintained soil fertility, and increased rice yields...

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Wheat News in English

Rising Temperatures Threaten India’s Wheat Belt: Report

A Climate Trends study warns rising winter and night-time temperatures are threatening India’s wheat production, especially in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh....

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Rice News in English

Rice mills to get 1% recovery rebate on non-hybrid paddy threshing in UP

Uttar Pradesh has extended a 1% recovery rebate to rice mills for processing non-hybrid paddy, benefiting around 1.3–1.5 million farmers and over...

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Rice News in English

Getting rid of starvation deaths, Odisha emerges as India’s 5th largest rice producer

Disha, once notorious for starvation deaths, is now India’s fifth-largest rice producer, showcasing the power of institution-building and irrigation investment, said State...