New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) Comprehensive measures have been taken to safeguard the country’s fertilizer supply chain and ensure uninterrupted availability of fertilizers through supply diversification, collective procurement and a robust monitoring mechanism, the government said on Friday, detailing measures to counter disruptions arising from the geopolitical conflict in West Asia.Despite West Asian conflict, fertilizer availability in the country remained largely adequate through diversified so…
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Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) Maharashtra agriculture minister Dattatray Bharane on Wednesday reaffirmed in the state Assembly the Mahayuti government’s unwavering commitment to the state’s farmers (Baliraja), outlining major financial packages, technological interventions, and relief measures.Highlighting a massive loan waiver, drought preparedness for the Kharif 2026 season, and upcoming progressive legislation for women farmers, the government emphasised that agricultural empowerment remains its cor…
Gandhinagar, June 18 (IANS) The Gujarat government has reviewed its preparedness for the possible impact of El Niño, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chairing a high-level meeting in Gandhinagar on Thursday to assess water availability, agricultural planning and inter-departmental coordination ahead of the monsoon-related weather pattern. According to state government officials, the meeting focused on ensuring drinking water security, protecting livestock and supporting farmers through conti…
Bengaluru, June 13 (IANS) Strongly rejecting allegations by Karnataka’s ruling Congress leaders that farmers are facing a fertiliser shortage, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi on Saturday asserted that there was more than adequate stock of Urea, DAP and NPK fertilisers available in the state for the ongoing Kharif‑2026 season. In a strongly worded statement, the Union Minister said the Karnataka Congress government’s claims were misleading and …
New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) India’s fertiliser security for farmers remains strong, stable, and well-managed, with availability consistently exceeding requirement across all major fertilisers, according to an official update issued on Thursday.For Kharif 2026, the fertiliser requirement has been assessed by the Agriculture Ministry at 390.54 lakh metric tonnes (LMT). Against this, around 193.38 LMT is available as of Thursday, which works out to 50 per cent, significantly higher than the usual le…
Mumbai, April 28 (IANS) In a bid to empower farmers and ensure the availability of high-quality seeds, Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharne on Tuesday announced that the state will soon enact its own Seed Act. The proposed legislation will legally protect farmers, allowing them to store, use, exchange, and sell their own seeds (without using a branded name).The Act will also ensure farmers receive immediate compensation if crop failure occurs due to defective seeds, he stated….
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) India’s fertiliser security remains strong, stable and well-managed, with availability consistently exceeding requirement across all major fertilisers, the government said on Friday, dismissing recent claims of shortages as unfounded.According to the Department of Fertilisers, data from the recently concluded Rabi 2025–26 season, as well as the ongoing financial year, indicate a comfortable and well-buffered supply position across the country.”The Department of Fer…