AgroSpectrum Magazine - AgroSpectrum Dec 2024

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TAKING REINS of AGRIBIZ with TECH, TRADE & EMPOWERMENT
TAKING REINS of AGRIBIZ with TECH, TRADE & EMPOWERMENT
Agricultural technology has contributed to the growth of India's agriculture industry in many ways, including increased productivity, reduced environmental impact, and improved food security. The Indian government actively promotes agricultural modernisation and income enhancement for farmers through initiatives offering schemes, subsidies, and financial support for adopting agritech solutions. These measures aim to encourage farmers to embrace innovative technologies, fostering
a more sustainable and efficient agricultural sector. The effects of adverse weather events on agriculture require resilient technologies. Agritech solutions that tackle problems like shrinking water supplies and shifting climate patterns are becoming
increasingly significant. Adaptive technologies are required to provide security so that agricultural systems can endure and adjust to the changing climatic circumstances. The growing availability and affordability of internet connectivity in rural India has allowed for the widespread use of online platforms, data-driven solutions, and mobile applications in agriculture. Internet accessibility enables farmers to acquire critical information, track market prices, and receive real-time weather forecasts. As a result, farmers can make more informed decisions, increasing overall efficiency and productivity in agricultural techniques.

Rajiv Ranjan Singh launches 21st livestock census

Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, launched the 21st Livestock Census in New Delhi, which will be conducted until February 2025.

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Amit Shah lays foundation stone of Mother Dairy's Fruit & Vegetable Processing Plant in Vadodara

Amit Shah, Union Minister of Home Affairs & Cooperation launched farmer-oriented activities during the National Dairy Development Board's (NDDB's) Diamond Jubilee Year and the birth anniversary of Tribhuvandas Patel ji at NDDB's TK Patel Auditorium in Anand.

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Government e Marketplace launches 170 Seed Categories on GeM portal

On a mission to simplify access to quality agricultural and horticulture seeds, Government e Marketplace (GEM) has revamped and introduced 170 seed categories on the portal.

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Praj Industries posts Rs 8,161.920 Mn revenue in Q2 FY25

Praj Industries (Praj), announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

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Rallis India's revenue reaches Rs 928 Cr, registering 11% growth YoY in Q2 FY25

Rallis India Limited (a TATA Enterprise), a leading player in the Indian agri inputs industry, has announced its financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2024.

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Marut Drones bags $6.2 Mn in Series-A funding from Lok Capital

Drone technology firm Marut Drones has bagged $6.2 million in Series A funding from investment firm Lok Capital.

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Coromandel International posts total income of Rs 7,509 Cr in Q2 FY 2024-25

Coromandel International Limited, India's leading Agri solutions provider and active in the business of Fertilisers, Crop Protection Chemicals, Bio products, Specialty Nutrients, Organic Fertiliser and Retail, has reported the financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.

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Indian poultry industry revenue poised to grow 8-10% by FY2025: CareEdge Ratings

Care Edge Ratings maintains a stable outlook for the Indian poultry industry, anticipating revenue growth of 8-10 per cent in FY2025, driven by urbanisation, rising incomes, and growing consumer preference for protein-rich foods.

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Centre notifies 'Guidelines for Import of Live Seaweeds into India'

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has notified the 'Guidelines for Import of Live Seaweeds into India'.

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NBFGR launches conservation of endemic fish species in Karnataka & West Bengal

As part of a conservation effort, the ranching of young Hemibagrus punctatus, locally known as Kettalu menu, a critically endangered and endemic fish species, was carried out at the Sivanasamudra Fish Sanctuary in the Cauvery River.

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Garuda Aerospace inks MoU with CYOL to expand reach across Australia, Africa, Asia

In a strategic partnership set to transform the global agriculture landscape, Garuda Aerospace, one of India's leading drone manufacturers and CYOL (Pvt) Ltd, a leading provider of advanced agricultural technology solutions in Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Sri Lanka.

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AgroStar, Biorizon collaborate to bring global biologicals products to Indian farmers

AgroStar, India's leading agri-tech platform announced a strategic partnership with Biorizon Biotech, a renowned biotechnology company headquartered Almeria, Spain.

1 min

Avaana Capital raises $135 Mn for climate fund to boost climate-tech startups in India

Avaana Capital, India's climate-focused venture capital firm, has managed to infuse Avaana Climate and Sustainability Fund with $135 million, with the support from renowned institutional investors, including the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

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Varaha issues CDR credits from industrial biochar under Puro.Earth

Varaha, a leading carbon removal company from farming, has issued durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) (CDR) credits from industrial biochar under Puro.

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TAKING REINS of AGRIBIZ with pH TECH, TRADE & EMPOWERMENT

Agricultural technology has contributed to the growth of India's agriculture industry in many ways, including increased productivity, reduced environmental impact, and improved food security.

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Cow rearing has great potential to boost urban and rural economies: Madhya Pradesh CM

\"As a prelude to the setting up of Atmanirbhar Gaushalas and churning profitable business models from cow rearing, the Maharashtra government should formulate schemes for boosting milk production and support farmers and cattle rearers in the milk cooperatives of Vidarbha.

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Sustainable Cotton Farming Tech in India

India has the largest share of the global cotton area (37 per cent) and accounts for 23 per cent of the world's cotton production. Cotton contributes 2.3 per cent to the country's GDP, 13 per cent to industrial production and 12 per cent to exports. In 2023-24, textile exports were about $34.4 billion with 34 per cent attributed to cotton-based textiles, including cotton exports valued at $11.68 billion. The health of the cotton sector is crucial as 6 million farmers are engaged in production and another 40-50 million people are engaged in cotton processing, trade and value addition.

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Anchoring India's Agri Carbon Market on Climate Finance & Integrity

India's strength in the agriculture carbon credit market lies in the vast agricultural land and farming population and its diverse agricultural practices.

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George Kurian launches 'Blue Pearl,' a new Fish Farmer Producer Company in Kodungallur

In a significant step towards advancing livelihoods and incomes in the fisheries, George Kurian, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Minority Affairs inaugurated the Blue Pearl Fish Farmer Producer Company (FFPO), in Kodungallur.

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ICAR organises e-Agroadvisory to empower farmers in West Bengal and Odisha

In a united endeavour to uplift farmers impacted by Cyclone DANA in West Bengal and Odisha, the ICAR-Sasya Shyamala Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Narendrapur (West Bengal), and the ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kendrapara (Odisha), in collaboration with the Reliance Foundation and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Kolkata, organised two separate farmers' empowerment programmes in hybrid mode today.

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ICAR-WorldFish meeting explores scientific and management interventions specific to inland fisheries

ICAR-WorldFish collaborative project meeting (ICAR-Window 3) was organised at Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, from October 22- 24 2024.

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Mahindra launches Arjun 605 DI 4WD, a new higher hp Tractor in North India

Mahindra & Mahindra, the world's largest tractor company by volume has launched its new Mahindra ARJUN 605 DI MS V1 tractor, to cater to the growing demand for high horse powered tractors during the crucial farming season.

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Kody Technoab signs an MoU with Ray Nano Science to develop agriculture drone

Kody Technolab Limited, a forerunner in robotics and AI solutions has signed a groundbreaking MoU with Ray Nano Science and Research Center to develop an intelligent agricultural drone designed for precision spraying with drones ranging between 20 and 50 litres of capacity.

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Govt to setup CoE to boost R&D across Green Hydrogen value chain

The Government of India has invited proposals for setting up Centres of Excellence (CoE) under the Research and Development (R&D) Scheme of National Green Hydrogen Mission.

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UPL receives recognition as Top PCT Patent applicant in Indian S&T clusters for agrochemical research

UPL Ltd, a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has been recognised as the top Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applicant in the Indian Science and Technology (S&T) clusters for agrochemical research.

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BASF collaborates with Acadian Plant Health to introduce seaweed biostimulant solution

BASF expands its BioSolutions offering by incorporating seaweed biostimulants from Acadian Plant Health, a renowned marine plant harvesting, cultivation, and extraction company based in Dartmouth, Canada.

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Govt launches FCI Grievance Redressal System Mobile Application for rice millers

Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, launched the Mobile Application of FCI Grievance Redressal System (FCI GRS) for rice millers in New Delhi.

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Westfalia Fruit flags off its first Hass avocado shipment to India

Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh fruit, announced the arrival of its first-ever container of South African Hass avocados in India.

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