In a significant step towards revitalising India’s traditional wool economy, the Central Wool Development Board (CWDB), under the Ministry of Textiles, organised a one-day Chintan Shivir at Avikanagar in Rajasthan. Held in collaboration with the ICAR–Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute (CSWRI), the national-level deliberation focused on the challenges, opportunities,…
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Historic Seed Act 2026 to End Fake Seeds, Protect Farmers
The Union Government has unveiled sweeping reforms to India’s seed sector through the proposed Seed Act 2026, aiming to eliminate fake and substandard seeds while ensuring transparency, accountability and stronger protection for farmers. Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan described the legislation as a historic step…
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National Fisheries Meet Maps Growth Path 2026
New Delhi witnessed the National Conference of Fisheries Secretaries convened by the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, on January 16, 2026. Chaired by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Union Secretary, the meeting focused on reviewing the implementation of key schemes including the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana…
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PMMSY Trains 22,000+ Fish Farmers Across India
The Department of Fisheries has made significant strides in building capacity within India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Structured training and skill development programs have equipped over 22,000 participants with modern techniques in fish farming, hatchery operations, feed formulation, and value-added processing. Hon’ble…
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Viksit Bharat–G Ram G Act Boosts Jobs, Empowers Villages: Chouhan
The Viksit Bharat–G Ram G Act marks a decisive shift in India’s rural development framework, Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan said during his visit to Erode in Tamil Nadu. Addressing farmers, workers, and labourers, the minister underlined that the new law is designed to strengthen…
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Swadeshi Focus in Blue Revolution Promotes Indigenous Fish
India’s fisheries sector is witnessing a renewed emphasis on indigenous species under the Swadeshi Blue Revolution. The Department of Fisheries (DoF), in collaboration with ICAR, is promoting native fish species across freshwater, brackishwater, and marine environments to enhance aquaculture sustainability, boost rural incomes, and conserve biodiversity. Significance of Indigenous Species…
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DAHD Pushes Integrated Value Chains for Sheep, Goat Sector
Avikanagar (Rajasthan): The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) has called for the development of integrated value chains in the sheep and goat sector to unlock its untapped potential and strengthen rural livelihoods across the country. The call was made during a national sheep symposium organised by DAHD in…
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DAE’s Radiation-Bred Crop Varieties: 23 Released (2020–25)
New Delhi, December 11, 2025: The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) informed Parliament that, between 2020 and 2025, radiation-based breeding techniques led to the development and release of 23 new crop varieties for farmers across India. Variety Breakdown and BARC’s Wider Contribution According to the parliamentary response, the 23 varieties…
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Curtain Raiser Held for International Agronomy Congress 2025
New Delhi: The Sixth International Agronomy Congress 2025 will focus on smart agri-food systems, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. The curtain raiser for the Sixth International Agronomy Congress (IAC) 2025 was held on Saturday at Agni Hall, NASC Complex, New Delhi. The event brought together top leadership from the Indian Council…
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Agricultural Education & Training: Driving India’s Farm Growth
Agriculture remains the backbone of India’s economy, supporting nearly half the population and contributing around 18% to GDP. To achieve the vision of “Viksit Krishi aur Samruddh Kisan” (Developed Agriculture and Prosperous Farmer), India is focusing on strengthening agricultural education, research, and training under the unified principle of “One Nation…