Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
The State is likely to see more thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds during the southwest monsoon, affecting the agricultural activities, says IMD senior scientist
The monsoon rains are essential for driving India's $4 trillion economy.
The southwest monsoon onset in Kerala not only impacts local weather patterns but also plays a crucial role in shaping India's food security, agricultural GDP, and water supply across the nation.
Due to late mango harvest and low yield, the state level mango mela organised in Lalbagh has delayed by a month
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed officials to educate farmers on the impacts of El Niño and the usage of less water-intensive crops, as below normal rainfall is forecast for monsoon
Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.
The spread of datura is forcing the Iraqi Interior Ministry to urge farmers and citizens to report if spotted.
Distribution of seeds, soil testing, and desilting of farm ponds are already under way in several mandals, coupled with the acceleration of the ‘Jaladhara’ initiative, say officials
Agriculture Secretary Atish Chandra also said crop diversification, agricultural self-reliance, and sustainability have become the govt's core priorities, urging States to align their plans accordingly
T. Siddique assures farmers in Nadapuram, Kavilumpara, and Maruthonkara grama panchayats that the Local Self-Governments and Agriculture departments will take steps to replant crops damaged in the recent heavy rains
The region hosts hundreds of poultry units, including broiler farms, layer units, hatcheries, and contract farming setups, making it one of the most active poultry clusters in Andhra Pradesh
Addressing a gathering of farmers at an awareness programme, Rajakumari Ganiya says close to 90,000 farmers were currently practising natural farming on nearly 50,000 hectares across the district
Adopt balanced fertilizer application practices to ensure healthy crop growth, efficient use of resources and long-term soil sustainability, says official
Distraught farmers sought immediate steps to expedite paddy procurement and buy rain-soaked paddy forthwith
Tummala Nageswara Rao faults Centre on urea supply, procurement of maize, jowar, sunflower crops
Farmers are advised to supply fresh water and feed to chicks, sprinkle water to decrease heat and follow scientific methods to dispose the dead birds to prevent diseases, says Animal Husbandry officials
Urging farmers to adopt organic farming practices, the IT Minister says Zero Budget Natural Farming remains the core vision of the Chief Minister