Farming

Summer showers dash hopes of paddy farmers, one hangs

April 11, 2022

Summer showers dash hopes of paddy farmers, one hangs

Kuttanad legislator Thomas K Thomas is set to meet the chief minister to apprise him of the state of paddy cultivation following the summer showers.

February 12, 2022
India hopes to replace diesel with green energy in its farms by 2024

Diesel accounts for about two-fifths of India's overall refined fuel consumption, and the farm sector is one of the largest users of the fuel.
February 08, 2022
Kerala's fertilizer cost per hectare for paddy cultivation sees 150% rise

Between 2008 and 2018, the southern states of Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu have witnessed over 150% increase in cost accrued by usage of fertilizer for paddy cultivation.
January 31, 2022
Resilient agriculture sector boosted GDP growth pegged at 9.2% in 2021-22: Eco Survey

Growth in allied sectors including livestock, dairying and fisheries has been the major drivers of overall growth in the sector, and these are steadily emerging to be high growth sectors.
January 26, 2022
At 50, Idukki is still enchanting like never before

The name Idukki was derived from the Malayalam word ‘Idukku’ meaning gorge.
January 08, 2022
Stay at Vini's Farm to experience the feel of Munroe Island

Covering an area of two acres, the island houses a two-room house.
November 29, 2021
Parliament approves repeal of farm laws; Opposition protests demanding debate

The Farm Laws Repeal Bill, 2021 now awaits the assent of President Ram Nath Kovind for the formal withdrawal of the three laws.

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