The central government’s palm oil mission envisages expanding oil palm plantation in the country by another 6.5 lakh hectres out of which 3.28 lakh hectres is proposed in the North Eastern states.
By Outlook Planet Desk 05/10/2021
On World Cotton Day, stakeholders from the global cotton community come together to speak on the many benefits of cotton.
By Outlook Planet Desk 05/10/2021
Farmers are keen on getting an incentive despite having seen evidence of how agro-waste can help in enriching the soil and improving yield
By Lola Nayar 04/10/2021
The product is equipped with a built-in display that offers a step-by-step growing guide and real-time data monitoring
By Outlook Planet Desk 02/10/2021
Transforming agri-food systems to make them more efficient, inclusive, and sustainable key to prevent food loss and waste: International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
By Outlook Planet Desk 30/09/2021
Flex Kallang's rooftop farm does not use soil and relies on water solution that is rich in macronutrients. Only pipes and water are needed to grow pesticide-free greens and fresh vegetables
By Outlook Planet Desk 30/09/2021
To increase income of small farmers, it is necessary to connect them with other dimensions of agriculture like beekeeping, said the Agriculture Minister.
By Outlook Planet Desk 28/09/2021
Aquaculture is a traditional activity in Southern Asia Region, particularly the Indian subcontinent. The earliest examples of aquaculture were raising fish in homestead ponds primarily for family consumption.
By Tarun Shridhar 29/09/2021
In India, construction of new greenhouses is heavily subsidised. Government also provides support to farmers and horticulturists in growing safe food products.
By Outlook Planet Desk 29/09/2021
Urban agriculture practices are gaining momentum due to the increased need and awareness among the consumers, says a study
By Outlook Planet Desk 28/09/2021