maize production Archives

India’s maize productivity is low, except in high-yield states.

India’s maize yield averages 3.5 tonnes/ha, below the global 6 tonnes. States like West Bengal and Bihar exceed this due to rabi-season...

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Maize News in English

Early monsoon to boost crop production, acreage surge 11%: Report

The early monsoon arrival, 10–15 days ahead of schedule, has boosted crop sowing, with acreages up 11%. The shift in cropping patterns...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

“Maize production must grow at 8-9 per cent annually to support India’s ethanol blending target of E30”

At the 11th India Maize Summit, leaders from government, research, and industry stressed maize’s growing importance, particularly for ethanol. ICAR’s Dr. H.S....

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Maize News in English

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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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

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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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

4 red lines in India-US trade talks: Corn, ethanol, soyabean & dairy

India–US trade talks face hurdles over agriculture. India’s “red lines” include GM corn, ethanol imports, GM soybeans, and dairy. The US seeks...

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Maize News in English

Feed makers see maize output rising 5-10% on higher area

Maize production in India is projected to rise 5–10% this year, driven by growing demand from livestock feed and ethanol sectors. In...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Ethanol unit to be set up in Bihar’s Khagaria: Minister

A 50,000-tonne grain silo was inaugurated in Khagaria, Bihar, by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, enhancing scientific storage and reducing post-harvest losses. He...