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SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025, 11:08PM

RLD aims to strengthen grassroots presence in Rajasthan: Jayant Chaudhary

Business Standard

Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) President Jayant Chaudhary on Friday laid out the party's goal of strengthening its presence at the grassroots in Rajasthan, with particular focus on the youth. Speaking at a party programme in Jaipur, Chaudhary said that RLD will continue to fight for the rights of farmers, youths and marginalised communities, following the ideals of Chaudhary Charan Singh. "Our aim is to build a strong organisation by reaching every village and town. We will open 'Jan Sunwai' (public hearing) centres in these areas to engage directly with the people," he said. Chaudhary, a Union minister, pointed out that many helpful schemes fail to reach the underprivileged. "RLD will work to make sure that these schemes reach the people who need them the most," he said. The minister also discussed Central government's agricultural policies and confirmed that RLD would take an active role in implementing them at the grassroots level. "Farmers will play a key role in the next state...

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SECTOR | 11 Jul 2025

Rabi crop prices in mandis rule around MSPs in Apr-June

Business Line

Mandi prices of Rabi crops near MSP, with wheat, barley above and chana, mustard below benchmark rates

Agriculture

SECTOR | 10 Jul 2025

Sikkim's fisheries sector thriving, has engaged over 2,000 families: CM

Business Standard

The fisheries sector in Sikkim is thriving, with over 2,000 families engaged in pisciculture, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said on Thursday. In his message on National Fish Farmers' Day, Tamang said the sector has become a significant contributor to self-employment, food security, and the local economy. The government's initiative to promote sustainable fisheries has led to the adoption of modern aquaculture technologies like Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems and biofloc, he said. "The youth of Sikkim are showing increasing interest in adopting modern aquaculture technologies, indicating a promising future for the fisheries sector. The government's plan to introduce Organic Fish Farming aligns with the state's organic vision and will create new market opportunities for farmers," he said. "The government's support for fish farmers has enabled them to emerge as torchbearers of innovation and resilience. Fish farming has become a profitable and sustainable livelihood for many,...

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SECTOR | 09 Jul 2025

After a gap of eight months, tractor sales cross one lakh units in June

Business Line

The buoyancy in the sales was due to timely arrival of monsoon, good rabi crop and improvement in Kharif crops

Kharif MSP rise seems arbitrary

Business Line | 09 Jul 2025

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SECTOR | 09 Jul 2025

High-yielding seeds, increased acreage to boost mustard production: Experts

Business Standard

Mustard crop, an indigenous oilseed grown in Rabi season, can play an important role in achieving self-sufficiency in domestic output of edible oils and there is a need to increase acreage, promote use of high-yielding seed varieties and provide assured prices to farmers to boost yield and production, according to industry experts. According to the latest government data, India's rapeseed and mustard production stood at 126.06 lakh tonnes in 2024-25 crop year (July-June) with acreage of 86.29 lakh hectares and an average yield of 1,461 kg per hectare. The area and production have declined from 2023-24 when acreage was 91.83 lakh hectares while output was 132.59 lakh tonnes. Puri Oil Mills Ltd Managing Director Vivek Puri said, "The idea that mustard oil should play a vital role in bridging the edible oil demand-supply gap and in reducing import dependency is an integral part of our company's vision." He noted that there is a huge scope to expand mustard cultivation as well as yield

Agriculture

SECTOR | 08 Jul 2025

Govt seeks public input on draft order to regulate vegetable oil industry

Business Standard

The Union Food Ministry has drafted a new order to regulate vegetable oil products in India by introducing more modern, transparent, and technologically advanced regulatory provisions, with a stronger emphasis on stakeholder participation and adaptability to industry changes. The 2025 draft Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (VOPPA) Regulation Order seeks to replace the 2011 order, and the ministry has sought public comments on the same by July 11. The 2025 draft order emphasises enhanced monitoring with increased surveillance of edible oil imports, production, stocks, and sales, likely using digital tools for better transparency and control. The earlier order was based on the regulatory environment and technology available at that time, focusing on traditional production, stocking, and reporting methods. The draft aims to streamline registration and compliance, possibly introducing online systems and an updated reporting format. The earlier order required periodic

Centre plans to make registration mandatory for vegetable oil units

Business Standard | 08 Jul 2025

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SECTOR | 08 Jul 2025

King Of Fruits: Bananas Topple Mangoes With Highest Output; Floral, Livestock Economy On The Rise

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Among fruits, output of bananas at constant prices stood at Rs 47,000 crore, surpassing mangoes at Rs 46,100

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SECTOR | 07 Jul 2025

Over 500 Farmers Commit Suicide In Marathwada In Jan-June, States Report

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The numbers have gone up 20% from the first half of 2024, as per the report.

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SECTOR | 07 Jul 2025

Kharif sowing complete in 40% of normal area as farmers increase pace amid good rains

Business Line

As much as 437.43 lh have been planted in the on-going Kharif season until July 4, up 11.1 per cent from 393.77 lh year-ago

Kharif 2025 update: Maize, cotton continues to gain area in Karnataka, pulses trails

Business Line | 07 Jul 2025

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SECTOR | 07 Jul 2025

Dausa records highest rainfall in last 24 hrs as heavy rains lash Rajasthan

Business Standard

Monsoon continued to lash parts of Rajasthan, with Sikrai in Dausa district recording the highest rainfall in the last 24 hours, a spokesperson from the state Meteorological Department said on Monday. According to the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur, the highest rainfall of 132 mm was recorded in Sikrai (Dausa), while light to moderate and moderate to heavy rain occurred in some places. Very heavy rain was also recorded sporadically during the 24 hours until 8:30 a.m. on Monday. Rainfall may also occur in some parts of the Bikaner division, the MeT department added. Rajgarh in Alwar recorded 130 mm of rain, followed by Todabhim in Karauli (120 mm), Mahwa in Dausa (100 mm), and both Sallopat in Banswara and Viratnagar in Jaipur (70 mm each). Sagwara in Dungarpur and Gangapur in Sawai Madhopur recorded 40 mm each. In many districts including Churu, Bikaner, Sriganganagar, Hanumangarh, Pali, Bharatpur, and Chittorgarh, more than 10 mm of rain was recorded. According to the MeT...