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April 24, 2026 12:24 PM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlights agriculture growth, says lab has been taken to land

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, attended a Regional Agriculture Conference on Friday, where he emphasised the role of technology, institutional reforms, and field-level engagement in transforming the farm sector. The Chief Minister noted that the focus has now shifted from mere policy formulation to implementation. Addressing the gathering here, the Chief Minister said, "The country comprises various agro-climatic zones...

September 30, 2025 4:37 PM

Empowering Farmers Through Skills: Building a Self-Reliant Agricultural Workforce

Farmer empowerment has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s agricultural strategy, with the government placing skill development and training at the heart of rural development. Recognizing that farmers today face challenges beyond just access to credit and seeds, such as adapting to climate change, managing soil health, using modern machinery, and securing better markets, the government has rolled out large-scale programs designed to build capacities and create a new generation of skilled culti...

September 16, 2024 4:25 PM

PM Modi unveils 109 new crop varieties to boost agriculture

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unveiled 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient, and biofortified crop varieties at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi. The event marked a major step forward in boosting India's agricultural productivity and sustainability. During the ceremony, PM Modi interacted with farmers and scientists, emphasizing the importance of value addition in agriculture. Farmers present at the event expressed optimism about the new varieties, noting their p...