Government Releases 184 Crop Varieties to Boost Output

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

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The Government of India has approved 184 improved crop varieties of 25 major crops to help increase agricultural productivity, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. The varieties include options for cereals, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and fibres, and are intended for

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Centre, Chouhan Reject Claims on VB-G RAM G Scheme

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Centre and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday criticised the Congress party for spreading what they described as “misinformation” about the new rural employment law known as Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G Act, 2025. The minister said opposition campaigners were misrepresenting the scheme’s

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India to Impose 30% Duty on Yellow Pea Imports

By BPN News Desk October 30, 2025

The Indian government will impose a 30 % import duty on yellow peas starting November 1, 2025, in a move aimed at protecting domestic producers from a flood of cheap imports. Shipments with a bill of lading dated October 31 or earlier will be exempt from the duty. Background to the Decision Earlier this year, […]

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Cabinet Approves ₹11,440 Crore Pulses Mission

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a six-year scheme named Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, running from 2025-26 to 2030-31, with a total budget of ₹11,440 crore. Goal of the Mission The mission aims to raise India’s pulse production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030-31, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. Key Features The […]

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APEDA Launches BHARATI to Empower Agri-Food Startups

By BPN News Desk September 6, 2025

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has launched the BHARATI initiative — Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement, and Incubation for Export Enablement. In its pilot phase beginning September 2025, it will support 100 agri-food and agri-tech startups through a three-month acceleration program focused on export

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PM Releases ₹20,500 Crore to Farmers Under PM-Kisan

By BPN News Desk August 2, 2025

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Dr. Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, officially released the 20th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. The latest installment provides direct benefit transfers to over 9.7 crore farmers across India. ₹2,000 Transferred to Each Eligible Farmer Under the 20th

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Cabinet Clears Rs 24,000 Crore Annual Agriculture Scheme

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) with an annual budget of Rs 24,000 crore for six years starting from 2025-26. The scheme will target 100 underperforming agricultural districts across the country in a mission-mode implementation plan to boost productivity, income, and rural infrastructure. Focus on

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Farm Warning: 24 Million Farmers Face Price Collapse if GM Imports Allowed

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India is at a crossroads in trade talks as experts warn that permitting genetically modified (GM) soybean and maize imports from the United States could devastate domestic farm incomes and threaten the livelihoods of nearly 24 million farmers. GM Crops Impact The US is urging India to open its market to GM soybean and maize—crops […]

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Niti Aayog Pulls Controversial Farm‑Trade Paper on US, Says Planning Minister

By BPN News Desk July 2, 2025

Niti Aayog has withdrawn a contentious discussion paper proposing trade reforms in India’s agricultural sector, following protests from farmers and political pressure. The document, which outlined a potential framework for liberalising farm trade with the United States, sparked widespread criticism for suggesting changes to long-standing protections for Indian producers.

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India Targets $1 Billion Turmeric Exports by 2030, Amit Shah Says

By BPN News Desk June 30, 2025

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has set a bold target for India’s spice industry: achieving $1 billion in turmeric exports by 2030. Emphasizing turmeric’s central role in India’s agricultural economy, Shah outlined a multi-pronged strategy centered on boosting production, quality, and global market integration. Strategic Export Vision Shah highlighted