Pesticide Exposure in Pregnancy Raises Childhood Leukemia Risk, Study Finds.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News, Global News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 11/09/2025 / Pesticide Exposure / 2 minutes of reading

Public concern is rising about the harmful effects of pesticides, especially on children. A new study published in Cancers highlights that pesticide exposure in pregnancy can significantly worsen outcomes for children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). Pesticide Exposure in Pregnancy Researchers studied more than 800 children with ALL and found: The findings reveal that

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Which Country Is The Top in Guava Production?

Leave a Comment / Agriculture Article / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 11/09/2025 / Guava / 4 minutes of reading

Guava: Apple of the Tropics Guava, often called the “apple of the tropics,” is a nutritious fruit loved for its sweet taste, high vitamin C content, and health benefits. Now, we will explore which country is the top in Guava Production? Widely consumed fresh, as juice, or in jams and jellies, guava has become one

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Why is Mango Called the King of Fruits? History, Benefits & Varieties.

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Why is Mango Called the King of Fruits? Mango, often hailed as the “King of Fruits,” is not just a fruit but a cultural symbol of love, celebration, and abundance. From its rich history to its irresistible taste and global demand, mangoes hold a special place in the hearts of millions. But what makes the

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Which Mango is Best? A Guide to the King of Fruits.

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Mango: King of Fruits Mango, often called the King of Fruits, is one of the most loved tropical fruits across the world. Known for its rich flavour, sweetness, and aroma, mangoes are enjoyed fresh, in desserts, juices, and countless traditional recipes. Now, we have to know: which mango is best? But when mango season arrives,

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Agriculture Powers 15–20% of India’s Economy, Says Scientific Advisor Ajay Kumar Sood.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / ICAR, Scientific Advisor / 1 minute of reading

New Delhi – Principal Scientific Advisor to the Prime Minister, Ajay Kumar Sood, has highlighted that agriculture continues to play a crucial role in India’s growth, contributing 15–20% to the national economic output. Speaking at the Dialogue NEXT event, organised by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in the capital, Sood underlined that the

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RONFEN Insecticide: A Complete Guide for Farmers

Leave a Comment / Insecticide Review / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Diafenthiuron, Dinotefuron, Insecticide, Pyriproxyfen / 4 minutes of reading

RONFEN Insecticide In modern agriculture, one of the biggest challenges farmers face is crop loss due to insect attacks. Pests not only reduce yields but also affect the quality of the produce. To tackle these challenges, farmers rely on innovative crop protection products like RONFEN, a powerful insecticide designed to provide long-lasting protection against a

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Here's how to develop it safely and understand why certain regions dominate its production worldwide.

Grow Dragon Fruits: Care, Benefits, and Global Significance.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture Article / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / dragon fruits / 3 minutes of reading

1. Introduction Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a striking tropical fruit with vibrant flesh and rich nutritional value. Its low-maintenance cultivation, economic promise, and growing international demand make it an increasingly attractive crop. Here’s how to develop it safely and understand why certain regions dominate its production worldwide. 2. Water, Soil, Sunlight &

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Trump Signs Executive Order Granting Tariff Exemptions to Trade Partners.

Leave a Comment / Global News, Agriculture Trade / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Donald Trump / 2 minutes of reading

Trump Signs Executive Order Granting Tariff Exemptions to Trade Partners. U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order offering tariff exemptions to countries that enter framework agreements with the United States. These exemptions apply to over 45 categories of industrial imports, including metals like nickel and gold, pharmaceutical compounds, and chemicals. The move marks

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SOPA Urges Hike in Edible Oil Import Duty to Support Farmers Amid Falling Soybean Cultivation

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Import Duty, SOPA, soyabean / 2 minutes of reading

SOPA Urges Hike in Edible Oil Import Duty to Support Farmers Amid Falling Soybean Cultivation The Soybean Processors’ Association of India (SOPA) has urged the government to increase import duties on edible oils by at least 10%, citing the need to safeguard domestic farmers from persistently low prices that have discouraged soybean cultivation. This year,

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Pakistan Signs $4 Billion Agri Deals with China, Offers Tropical Produce.

Leave a Comment / Global News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / china, Pakistan / 1 minute of reading

Pakistan Signs $4 Billion Agri Deals with China, Offers Tropical Produce. Pakistan has signed over two dozen agriculture MoUs worth more than $4 billion with China, offering to export tropical fruits, vegetables, and cereal crops. The agreements were finalised during a B2B investment conference in Beijing on Sept. 4, coinciding with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s

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Preparations Begin for Mandia Divas 2025

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News, Agriculture Trade / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Bhubaneswar, millet, Odisha / 1 minute of reading

Preparations Begin for Mandia Divas 2025 Bhubaneswar, 6 Sept 2025 — A high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo was held at Lok Seva Bhawan to kick off preparations for Mandia Divas 2025. Odisha, the only state to dedicate a day to millets, will celebrate Mandia Dibasa on

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NIRF Rankings 2025: IARI Delhi and ICAR-NDRI Haryana Lead in Agriculture Category.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture Education, Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / IARI, ICAR, NDRI, NIRF Rankings, NIRF Rankings 2025 / 1 minute of reading

NIRF Rankings 2025: IARI Delhi and ICAR-NDRI Haryana Lead in Agriculture Category. The Ministry of Education released the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 on September 4, marking the 10th edition of the rankings. This year, institutions were evaluated across 17 categories, including Agriculture and Allied Sciences. Topping the Agriculture category is Delhi’s Indian Agricultural

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Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, Visits IJIRA and ICAR–CRIJAF in Kolkata.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News, Agriculture Trade / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / ICAR, Jute, Kolkata / 2 minutes of reading

Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, Visits IJIRA and ICAR–CRIJAF in Kolkata. On Friday, September 5, 2025, Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, visited the Indian Jute Industries Research Association (IJIRA) and the ICAR – Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres (ICAR–CRIJAF) during his official tour to Kolkata. He was accompanied

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Mexico Bans 35 Dangerous Pesticides — A Big Step After 34 Years.

Leave a Comment / Global News, Agriculture News, Agriculture Trade / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Mexico, Pesticides, Pesticides Ban / 2 minutes of reading

Mexico Bans 35 Dangerous Pesticides — A Big Step After 34 Years In a major move, Mexico has banned 35 harmful pesticides — the biggest ban in over three decades. President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a new law prohibiting the production, import, sale, and use of these chemicals because they pose serious risks to human health,

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Next-Gen GST Reforms to Boost Agriculture Sector: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

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Next-Gen GST Reforms to Boost Agriculture Sector: Shivraj Singh Chouhan Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced that the newly revised GST rates will significantly benefit the agriculture sector, especially small and medium farmers. Addressing a press conference in Bhopal, he emphasised that reduced GST on agricultural equipment will lower farming

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India Will Not Compromise Farmers’ Interests in U.S. Trade Talks: Agriculture Minister

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / Agriculture Minister, Gobal Trade, Shivraj Singh Chouhan / 2 minutes of reading

India Will Not Compromise Farmers’ Interests in U.S. Trade Talks: Agriculture Minister Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reaffirmed on Saturday (September 6, 2025) that India will not sign any agreement with the United States that compromises the interests of Indian farmers. “The Prime Minister has made it clear—no pact will be signed at the

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Uttar Pradesh Sets Bold Vision to Lead India in Agriculture by 2030, Join Global Leaders by 2047

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 08/09/2025 / UP, Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath / 2 minutes of reading

Uttar Pradesh Sets Bold Vision to Lead India in Agriculture by 2030, Join Global Leaders by 2047 Under the ambitious initiative ‘Viksit UP @2047’, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has unveiled a transformative roadmap to position Uttar Pradesh as a global powerhouse in agriculture. The plan aims to make UP the top Indian state in crop

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Telangana Urges Centre for ₹25,000 MSP on Oil Palm and Higher Import Duty.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / Import Duty, MSP, palm oil / 1 minute of reading

Telangana Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao has made a request. He asked the Central Government to set a minimum support price (MSP) for oil palm. The proposed MSP is ₹25,000 per tonne. He also wants to increase the import duty on this crop to 44%. The minister made the request during a meeting with Union

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Union Government Slashes GST on Tractors and Farm Equipment to 5% Under Next-Gen GST Reform

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / Farm Equipment, GST, GST on agriculture, tractor / 2 minutes of reading

In a major boost for the agricultural sector, the Union Government has unveiled a sweeping GST reduction as part of the Next-Gen GST Reform. The GST rate on tractors, essential farm machinery, bio-pesticides, micro-nutrients, drip irrigation systems, sprinklers, and tractor tyres has been cut to just 5%, offering direct financial relief to farmers across the country. This

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APEDA Launches BHARATI Initiative to Boost Agri-Food Exports

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / AGRI-FOOD EXPORT, APEDA, FOOD EXORT / 2 minutes of reading

APEDA Launches BHARATI Initiative to Boost Agri-Food Exports The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) launched its main project, BHARATI. This stands for Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement, and Incubation for Export Enablement. The announcement was made at the “Food & Beverages Sector Stakeholders Meeting.” The event was led by Union

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Russia’s Push to Expand Wheat Exports to China Stalls Over Winter Wheat Ban.

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / china, export, Russia, wheat, wheat export / 2 minutes of reading

Russia wants to sell more wheat to China, but it faces a problem. Beijing is unsure about allowing imports of Russian winter wheat. This information was provided by Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut, who spoke with Russian news agencies on Tuesday. Russia’s Push to Expand Wheat Exports to China Stalls Over Winter Wheat Ban. Despite being

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Gracia Insecticide: Very Latest and A Trusted Solution for Effective Pest Control

Leave a Comment / Insecticide Review, Godrej Agrovet, Plant Protection / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / Diamondback moth, Fruit and shoot borer, Fruit borer, Leaf hopper, pod borer, semilooper, Thrips, Tobacco caterpillar / 6 minutes of reading

Gracia Insecticide: Innovative Pest Management Solutions In the ever-evolving world of agriculture and pest management, the need for effective and reliable insecticides has never been more critical. One such product that has gained prominence in recent years is Gracia insecticide. Known for its efficacy and innovation, Gracia insecticide has established itself as a trusted partner

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Which country is the higher Wheat Exporter in the World?

Which Country Is the Highest Wheat Exporter in the World?

Leave a Comment / Agriculture Trade / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / Russia, wheat, wheat export / 5 minutes of reading

Wheat Exporter in the World? Wheat is one of the most vital staple crops globally, serving as a cornerstone of food security and international trade. In recent years, the global wheat export market has seen significant shifts due to geopolitical tensions, climate variability, and changing agricultural policies. Which country is the Highest Wheat Exporter in

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World Coconut Day 2025 Celebrated in Guwahati by Coconut Development Board

Leave a Comment / Agriculture News / By Prasanta Kumar Pradhan / 04/09/2025 / coconut, Coconut Development Board, Guwahati / 2 minutes of reading

The Coconut Development Board, Regional Office, Guwahati, under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India, commemorated World Coconut Day 2025 at the Directorate of Horticulture & Food Processing, Khanapara. This year’s celebration embraced the theme “Uncovering Coconut’s Power, Inspiring Global Action.” The event was inaugurated by Dr. Manoranjan Neog, Director of Extension

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