Chandigarh: Basmati could emerge as a viable alternative following the recent ban on hybrid and Pusa 44 paddy varieties, despite the potential short-term challenges for farmers
BICOTA, which combines Bayer’s exclusive innovation to provide strong protection against these damaging pests, will be available across key rice-growing states. By BL Bengaluru
ROME,7th March, 2025 (WAM) – Rice production is forecast to hit a record high of 543 million tonnes (in milled equivalent) in 2024/25, driven by positive crop prospects in India
The Punjab government is dealing with limited storage capacity, and the recent wheat procurement has only added to the burden. Written by Anju Agnihotri Chaba. Nearly 25 per cent
Simply Haryana: India, Pakistan vying for Gulf market. Parveen Arora/ Tribune News Service India and Pakistan are now bracing up for ‘Operation Basmati’, in the wake
Arathi Menon. In a significant stride towards bolstering food security amid escalating climate challenges, researchers at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) and the
The two varieties of rice — DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala), developed by Indian Institute of Rice Research in Hyderabad and Pusa Rice DST1 developed by Indian Agricultural Research
Story by Vibhor Mohan CHANDIGARH: For the upcoming paddy season, while the state government is promoting Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR), some farmers are, for the second
naveenika The Philippines, the world’s top rice importer, is now looking to broaden its supplier base beyond Vietnam to secure more stable supply and competitive prices.