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Andhra Pradesh: Berry Borer pest threatens Araku coffee, farmers appeal fo
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The pest burrows into coffee cherries, laying about 50 eggs inside each fruit. Scientists warn that these eggs hatch within 30-35 days, allowing the larvae to infest remaining cherries and potentially ruin the entire harvest. Officials estimate that each insect can produce up to seven genera
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Global agrochemical market sees early signs of price recovery after prolon
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
After three years of depressed pesticide prices, early signs of a recovery have emerged. A research data report by HSBC Global Investment Research shows a rise of around 5-10 per cent in the prices of key herbicides and fungicides in China.
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh says India won't compromise farmers' interest
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Chouhan said, "Bharat decided in national interest first. No agreement will be against the country's interest. We won't compromise with the interest of farmers, fishermen and people of other farming sectors".
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UP government bans the use of 11 pesticides damaging India's rice quality
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's basmati rice exports have received a major push with the Uttar Pradesh government enforcing a fresh ban on the use of eleven pesticides that damage the crop's quality and block its entry into key foreign markets.
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Historic Training on Pest Management in Food Sector Marks Milestone for In
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 23: Imperial Epicure LLP, in collaboration with the Pest Management Association and RIR Certification (FOSTAC Certified Training Institute), successfully organised a Basic Manufacturing Training (FSSAI-FOSTAC Basic Manufacturing Certificate Course) and c
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"Purchase of fertilisers, pesticides might get exemption": Bhupinder Singh
Updated : 7 months ago IST
"They have proposed two slabs: one 5 per cent and the other 18 per cent. Still, there are multiple slabs till 28 per cent. Eighteen per cent applies to fertilisers and pesticides. So, it might get an exemption in this decision. However, there won't be much in it. We will see when the full sc
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French President Emmanuel Macron signs law banning bee-killing pesticide a
Updated : 7 months ago IST
French President Macron signed a law banning the bee-killing pesticide acetamiprid after a petition by over two million people. The Constitutional Council ruled it risks human health. The law, called the Duplomb law, aims to protect the environment despite criticism from farmers and politica
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Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre orders probe into death of 19 peacocks n
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Expressing deep grief over the death of 19 peacocks in a farmer's land near Midigesi in Madhugiri taluk of Tumkur district, Forest, Biology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre has ordered an investigation led by the Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF).
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Cockroaches on Board: Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai underg
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
A San Francisco-Mumbai Air India flight was subjected to an emergency deep cleaning on Monday after a few cockroaches were spotted mid-air, prompting the airline to issue an apology and take swift corrective measures.
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Bhopal gas tragedy: SC asks High Court to hear victims' plea on misclassif
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain pleas filed claiming that 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy survivors with lasting severe injuries and illnesses were wrongly classified under 'temporary disablement' and 'minor injury' and under-compensated for years.
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BRICS Innovation cultivates global sustainable agriculture future
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
As TV BRICS highlighted, BRICS nations are investing heavily in advanced agricultural technologies such as precision farming, biotechnology, and data-driven tools. These developments are leading to more efficient use of resources like water, fertilisers, and pesticides while reducing environ
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Top 10 Game Changing Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2025
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 3: A new generation of visionary entrepreneurs is transforming industries and driving meaningful change across India and the globe. From pioneering breakthroughs in technology and revolutionizing education to mastering events and building global brands, these ten dyna
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