12 horticultural crops get GI tags in Madhya Pradesh.
In a landmark achievement that positions Madhya Pradesh at the vanguard of agricultural intellectual property protection in India, twelve of the State’s horticultural crops have received Geographical Indication tags in a single instance — the first time any State in the country has secured GI recognition for such a substantial cluster of horticultural produce simultaneously. The development carries far-reaching implications for tens of thousands of farmers whose livelihoods are anchored to these regionally distinctive crops, endowing their produce with legally enforceable provenance protection and opening the pathway to premium pricing in domestic and international markets.
Source: dailypioneer.com
'India produces nearly 60 million tonnes of potatoes, yet finding the right buyer, seller or market remains challenging'.
India's potato industry is one of the world's largest, producing nearly 60 million tonnes annually and supporting a value chain estimated at around USD 13.46 billion. 'Yet despite its scale, the sector remains highly fragmented, with farmers, traders, commission agents, transporters, cold storages, processors, institutional buyers, retailers and exporters often operating through separate local networks,' says Praj Thakker of Potato Bazaar.
Source: freshplaza.com
Indian onion exporters see UK FTA opportunity, but longer transit times test competitiveness.
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement has opened new opportunities for Indian onion exporters, but longer transit times and the need to maintain quality over extended shipping periods could determine how quickly the sector can capitalize on improved market access. At the same time, a 30 to 45-day delay to the next red onion season could keep India's domestic and export markets firm in the months ahead.
Source: freshplaza.com
India reiterates WTO-consistent trade policy, calls for development-oriented reforms.
India has reaffirmed its commitment to transparent and WTO-consistent trade policies and has called for development-oriented WTO reforms, as per a statement by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. India has concluded the 8th Trade Policy Review at the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva. According to the release, Commerce Secretary said reform is an ongoing process, highlighting India's tariff reforms, customs simplification measures and ambitious Free Trade Agreement (FTA) strategy as key steps that have strengthened the country's integration with the global economy while advancing domestic development goals.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Pulses import bill shrinks as global prices fall, local production rises.
Higher domestic production, lower global prices, and import curbs helped temper India's import bill in FY26 for key varieties of pulses such as Kabuli chana, Bengal gram and yellow peas, while boosting exports of some of these commodities.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
India needs income-centric agri policies, greater Centre-state coordination: EAC-PM chairman.
India needs to shift from a production-centric approach to an income-centric agriculture strategy, with greater emphasis on crop diversification, market reforms, agro-processing and technology, said S Mahendra Dev, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) on Thursday. Speaking at an agriculture event organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Delhi, Dev said India had made significant progress since the Green Revolution and had transformed from a food-deficit nation into one of the world's largest producers of foodgrains, fruits, vegetables, milk and fisheries.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Rice rates hit 10-month high as weather concerns grip major hubs.
Indian rice export prices rose to a near 10-month high this week, driven by tight paddy supplies and concerns over the new-season crop after patchy monsoon rainfall, with adverse weather keeping traders on edge in major Asian hubs. India’s 5 per cent broken parboiled variety was quoted at $356-$361 per ton, up from last week’s $352-$357. Indian 5 per cent broken white rice was priced at $355 to $360 per ton.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Kerala eyes global agri market through value addition, export-oriented startups: Minister Siddique.
Kerala has immense potential to strengthen its presence in the global agricultural market through value addition, scientific processing, quality assurance and branding of agricultural produce, State Agriculture Minister T Siddique has said. He stressed that export-oriented agribusiness ventures are essential for enhancing farmers’ income, creating employment opportunities and improving the global competitiveness of Kerala’s agricultural products.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Maize gains ground in M.P., may offset decline in Karnataka, Maharashtra.
Madhya Pradesh has reported a 23 per cent jump in maize acreage this kharif season, partly offsetting declines in key producing States such as Karnataka and Maharashtra, where delayed monsoon and rainfall deficit have hurt sowing. Overall maize acreage is down about 5 per cent at 67.89 lakh hectares (lh) as of July 17, compared with 71.5 lh a year ago.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Ladakh’s organic push faces first big test after chemical fertiliser ban.
The Ladakh administration’s decision to ban the sale and use of chemical fertilisers marks a significant step toward its ambition to become India’s first fully organic Union Territory. However, even as the move is being hailed as a boost for sustainable agriculture, farmers say the success of the transition will depend on one critical factor: the availability of organic manure.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com