The Times Of India, Author at AgriInsite

UP relaxes quality norms for wheat procurement

UP government has relaxed wheat procurement norms for 2026-27, raising limits on lustre loss and damaged grains to support farmers hit by...

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Wheat News in English

Punjab : Over 71L wheat grain arrived in mandis, 94% purchased, only 22.7% lifted

Punjab recorded over 71.58 lakh tonnes of wheat arrivals, with procurement exceeding 94%. Despite strong buying, only 22.77% has been lifted, indicating...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

To cut crude imports reliance, government nod for blending ethanol in ATF

India has allowed blending of ethanol and synthetic hydrocarbons in aviation turbine fuel to reduce emissions and crude dependence. The move enables...

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Wheat News in English

Punjab seals borders to block ‘imported’ wheat

Punjab authorities set up interstate checkpoints in Bathinda and nearby districts to prevent illegal inflow of wheat from other states. The crackdown...

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English

Low yield, raw material diversion lead to dip in UP’s sugar production

Uttar Pradesh lost its top sugar producer position in 2025-26 due to lower cane yield, diversion to Khandsari units, and delayed mill...

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Sugar News in English

UP tops in sugar recovery rate among major sugar producing states in country

Uttar Pradesh leads India’s sugar recovery in the 2025–26 season at 10.2%, outperforming Maharashtra and Karnataka. With strong per-mill efficiency and crushing...

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Rice News in English

Telangana opposes plea by rice millers to quash cases over Rs 3,900 cr dues

Telangana govt told court that ₹3,960 crore paddy diversion by rice millers is a serious criminal issue, not a contract dispute. Over...

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Wheat News in English

Wheat procurement crisis: Haryana traders threaten stir

Haryana traders warn of mandi shutdowns over delays in wheat procurement, lifting, and payments. Technical glitches, strict rules, and infrastructure gaps have...