21-February-2024: Kisan Call Center Outbound Call Facility, Shabbir Hussain, KVK Adhikari, Ladakh, Best Agrolife, Dhanuka Group, Agri Tech Madhya Pradesh 2024, Soy Excellence Center

21 February 2024

• Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda Launches Kisan Call Center Outbound Call Facility

  To improve direct communication with farmers nationwide, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda, launched the Kisan Call Center outbound call facility at Krishi Bhawan on February 21. Housed within DD Kisan's studio at Krishi Bhawan, this program seeks to promote a more inclusive and responsive agricultural ecosystem by facilitating proactive contact between the Ministry and farmers.

• Shabbir Hussain, KVK Adhikari Visits Krishi Jagran Head Office; Sheds Light on Challenges Affecting Ladakhi Farmers

  Shabbir Hussain, KVK Adhikari from Leh-Ladakh visited Krishi Jagran Head Office in New Delhi. Upon arriving, Shabbir Hussain was warmly welcomed by Pankaj Khanna, Senior Content Manager, with Shiny Dominic, Managing Director, presenting a small plant as a gesture of affection and good fortune. Following his visit, Shabbir Hussain engaged in a productive discussion with Vivek Kumar Rai, Hindi Content Head, and Shivam Dwivedi, Senior Content Editor, shedding light on Ladakh's agricultural landscape and the pivotal role of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVKs) in fostering agricultural growth.

• Best Agrolife Receives Patent for Innovative Fungicide 'Tricolor'

  Best Agrolife Ltd (BAL), a leading player in India's agrochemical sector, reaffirms its pioneering status with the acquisition of a new patent for its groundbreaking product, Tricolor. The patent, granted to Seedlings India Pvt. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of BAL, highlights the company's commitment to innovation in crop protection. Introduced in July 2023, Tricolor has quickly gained trust among farmers nationwide, symbolizing BAL's dedication to transforming crop protection methodologies. This innovative fungicidal composition combines Strobilurin and Triazole fungicides with sulphur, offering unparalleled efficacy and results.

• Dhanuka Group Chairman Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by Entomological Society of India

  Dr. Ram Gopal Agarwal, the Chairman of the Dhanuka Group, has been awarded with the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award by the Entomological Society of India (ESI) in recognition of his extraordinary accomplishments and unwavering dedication. This esteemed award serves as a testament to Dr. Agarwal's unwavering commitment to revolutionizing the Indian farming community and fostering a brighter future for agriculture in the country.

• Agri Tech Madhya Pradesh 2024 Showcases Cutting-Edge Agricultural Inputs, Technologies, and Farming Practices

  Madhya Pradesh's Agriculture Department is organizing a three-day state-level agricultural science fair, 'AgriTech', popularly known as Krishi Vigyan Mela 2024, from February 20 to February 22, 2024, at AKS University, Satna, Madhya Pradesh. This event is aimed at supporting the economic prosperity of farmers through natural, organic, and precision farming.

• USSEC Launches Soy Excellence Center in India to Address Growing Protein Demand

  In response to the escalating demand for protein anticipated to surge by 5% by 2031, as the global population inches closer to 10 billion, the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) has launched the Soy Excellence Center (SEC) in India. This strategic move not only addresses the pressing challenge of food production but also aligns seamlessly with India's 'Skills India' initiative, aimed at enhancing the skill set of its youth to meet future demands.