Posts By The Tribune
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81Maize News in EnglishChamba farmers rejoice as rain revives maize crop
In Chamba, recent rains have revived maize crops, previously struggling due to a prolonged dry spell. The district faced a 30% rain...
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76Maize News in EnglishSolan Maize crop over 4,700 hectares hit by ‘fall armyworm’ in Solan
In Solan district Maize growers fear a 15-20% crop loss due to the fall armyworm, originating from South America. Experts blame climate...
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67Rice News in EnglishPunjab, Haryana growers upbeat over boom in basmati rice exports
A surge in basmati rice exports has raised optimism among growers in Punjab and Haryana. With a nearly 25% increase in exports,...
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64Rice News in EnglishKarnal: Deadline to deliver custom-milled rice extended to July 31
The Haryana government has extended the deadline for custom-milled rice (CMR) delivery to July 31, from June 30. As of June end,...
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109Maize News in EnglishPAU commercialises maize hybrid with Andhra Pradesh-based firm
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has signed a licensing agreement with Gourmet Popcornica LLP for the maize hybrid PMH 14. The high-yielding hybrid...
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68Rice News in EnglishDirect seeding of rice target distant dream, 18% achieved so far
The direct seeding of rice (DSR) target in Ludhiana district faces challenges, with only 18.18% of the 6,000-hectare goal achieved so far....
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76Rice News in EnglishKarnal: Farmers given Rs 16.69 cr for adopting direct-seeded rice
The Agriculture Department has disbursed Rs 16.69 crore to farmers across nine districts in Haryana for adopting direct-seeded rice (DSR) last year....
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75Maize News in EnglishFarmers to get Rs 100/kg subsidy on maize seeds
Chief Agriculture Officer Tajinder Singh has directed officials to promote maize cultivation by providing farmers with necessary inputs and technical guidance based...
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104Edible Oil News in EnglishExperts call for palm oil cultivation
Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) Tando Jam successfully conducted a palm oil production experiment. Experts urge developing a marketing mechanism for farmers and...
