Maize News in English Archives - Page 14 of 165

“One Nation, One Agriculture, One Team”: Shivraj Singh Chouhan calls for unified farming strategy at FICCI Maize Summit

At FICCI’s 11th Maize Summit, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan called for a unified national approach—“One Nation, One Agriculture”—involving governments, scientists, farmers,...

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India has potential to more than double its maize production to 86 million tonnes by 2047: Agriculture Minister

India can double its maize output to 86 million tonnes by 2047 without using GM seeds, said Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan...

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Kharif 2025 update: Maize, cotton continues to gain area in Karnataka, pulses trails

In Karnataka’s kharif 2025 season, sowing has covered 50.57 lakh hectares (61% of the target), aided by 4% surplus rainfall. Farmers are...

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Cheap maize import will hurt “Atmanirbhar Bharat” goals: GEMA

The US is pushing for reduced import duties on GM maize to access India's market, but India opposes it, citing threats to...

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Sri Lanka Govt to approve 300,000 MT of maize imports

Agriculture Minister K.D. Lal Kantha announced plans to import 300,000 MT of maize to counteract hoarding and price inflation by feed traders....

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Uttar Pradesh plans push for maize: New varieties, higher yields, and ethanol focus

Uttar Pradesh aims to boost maize production by introducing high-yield varieties and improved seeds in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Maize...

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Brazil’s Corn Delays Create a Golden Window for U.S. Grain Exporters

Brazil’s 2025 corn harvest may hit 101 million tonnes, but delays and rising domestic demand—driven by ethanol mandates and livestock growth—limit exports....

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Punjab : Maize sown in 900 ha, target was 1500 ha

Punjab’s Agriculture Department has so far brought only 900 hectares under kharif maize cultivation, falling short of its 1,500-hectare target. Officials cite...