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BS Manthan: GM only way to lower edible oil imports, says NITI’s Chand

India faces a growing demand for edible oils, prompting discussions on raising import duties. NITI Aayog’s Ramesh Chand stresses the need for...

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Sugar News in English

Belize Sugar Industry Faces Potential Struggle Amid Poor Harvest and Disease Outbreak

Belize’s sugar industry is facing a difficult season, with production dropping by 30% due to poor field conditions and the spread of...

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Edible Oil News in English

Mizoram oil palm farmers receive central aid amid political row

Oil palm farmers in Mizoram’s Kolasib and Mamit districts received Rs 2.2 crore under the Viability Gap Payment scheme for 2022-23, with...

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Rice News in English

Malaysia : RM5.4b to boost national rice production

The Malaysian government has allocated RM5.4 billion to boost rice production, focusing on infrastructure and a five-season planting cycle over two years....

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Maize News in English

Uttar Pradesh govt sets target to double maize production by 2027

The Uttar Pradesh government aims to double maize production to 27.30 lakh metric tonnes by 2027 through its ‘Rapid Maize Development Scheme.’...

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Wheat News in English

Pakistan Rain spell maybe too little, too late for wheat crop

Punjab’s ongoing 72-hour rain spell offers limited relief for wheat farmers after a prolonged dry period. While it may aid water availability...

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Sugar News in English

Nepal : Indushankar Sugar Industry pays Rs. 1.37 billion to sugarcane farmers

Indushankar Sugar Industry in Sarlahi has paid Rs. 1.37 billion to sugarcane farmers for the current season. The industry has crushed 2.651...

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Maize News in English

Kasganj- Uttar Pradesh : Initiative to boost maize production for ethanol

Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, is promoting hybrid maize cultivation for ethanol production across 34 acres. The Agriculture Department and Indian Institute of Maize...