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• From 300 Rupees to 300 Seed Varieties: Inspiring Journey of Arun Salai in Sustainable Farming and Seed Conservation

  Salai Arun, an organic farmer from Mangalam in Musiri taluk, Tamil Nadu, is revolutionizing agriculture by travelling over 80,000 km to collect seeds from 300+ rare vegetable varieties.…

• Seed Sciences Chronicles: From Germination to Biodiversity

  Explore the enchanting world of seed sciences, decoding the secret genetic messages, witnessing the magic of germination, and uncovering the ingenious strategies seeds employ for survival and biodiversity.…

• Bharat Certis AgriScience Ltd. (BCA) Launches Seed Treatment Product, SD Macro for Vigorous Seedling Emergence

  SD Macro promises higher germination, effective abiotic stress management, and stronger and healthier crop stands resulting in healthy and vigorous seedling emergence…

• NSAI Addresses "Growth and Challenges of Indian Seed Industry"

  The event also witnessed the 17th Annual General Meeting of the  NSAI to cultivate ideas, innovation, and collaboration to nurture a greener tomorrow.…

• How High-Quality Seeds Are Transforming Indian Agriculture

  The Indian agricultural landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation with the advent of high-quality seeds, revolutionizing farming practices and boosting crop productivity. These seeds provide farmers with improved traits, mitigate risks, and meet growing demands.…

• Seed Traceability System Soon to be Launched by the Govt: Agriculture Minister

  Tomar stated that farmers will gain from the debut of the Seed Traceability System and that those working hard in the seeds industry would also receive assistance.…

• 11th Edition of NSAI's Indian Seed Congress 2023 Kickstarts Today

  The summit is the biggest seed congress of South East Asia bringing together industry, scientists & governments from across the globe.…

• “Budget Ignored Concerns of Seed Industry”: says Director General of Federation of Seed Industry of India

  Concerns of the seed industry were not addressed in the Budget, but there were many other positive announcements for agriculture in general, according to Ram Kaundinya, Director General of the Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII).…

• Side Effects of Consuming Sunflower Seeds

  Sunflower seeds is commonly consumed as a snack and used as a garnish in many cuisines. It is a great source of many vitamins, however, snacking on them too often can have side effects.…

• 6 Noteworthy Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

  The pepita, or pumpkin seed, is a native of the Americas. Archaeologists found them in caves in Mexico that date back to 7,000 B.C.…

• Corteva to Launch Cutting-edge Technology in Seed Treatment: Dr. Prasanta Patra

  On Tuesday, scientists from Corteva said during a media tour of the Toopran Research Centre (TRC) in the Medak area that the treated seeds would protect paddy crops against insect attacks for 60 to 70 days after they were sown.…

• Traditional Seed Savers from Kerala Visit KJ Chaupal

  Traditional Framers and Seed Collectors of Kerala attend KJ Chaupal, held at Krishi Jagran headquarters in New Delhi.…

• Guar Seed Prices below 5000 – Will the Downward Trend Continue?

  Guar seed and Guar gum futures had ended with light gains last Friday, but the futures market constantly faced difficulty in moving upwards for the entire week. Improving production prospects has been weighed over the markets. Guar seed prices had made a comfortable breakout above…

• Odisha Provides over 4.75 Lakh Quintal of Certified Seeds to Farmers

  The Odisha state government reported to the Assembly on Wednesday that the State's paddy had a seed replacement rate of 32.92% in 2021–2022 and that the government had given farmers more than 4.75 lakh quintal of certified seeds.…

• Cotton Seed Cake Price Drops by Rs. 250-300 Month on Month: Will the Downward Trend Continue?

  Cotton seed cake has been trending lower for the past few weeks. The offers at Kadi and Akola have fallen by roughly 250-300 rupees a quintal month on month. A high number of deliveries are expected against the July expiry and this has been a…

• Unknown Facts & Health Benefits of Sabja (Basil) Seeds

  Sabja or basil seeds are typically used as flavoring. They give meals a distinct flavor. But did you know that Sabja seeds, also known as falooda seeds, are not only great for seasoning or producing fresh basil plants, but they are also packed with health…

• Castor Seed Prices Down Month on Month, Markets Likely to Recover by July 2022

  Castor seed had shown an impressive upside rally between February of 2021 and May 2022. The markets were supported by improving local demand followed by the sharp upside in oilseed prices; in addition to drop in the carry forward inventory levels. As demand is stable,…

• Flaxseed: Nutritional Value, Health Benefits & More

  Flax seeds have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including better digestion and a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer.…

• Farmers Urged to Only Buy Sowing Seeds From Authorized Dealers: Agriculture Department

  Farmers in the Yadgir district have been warned by the Agriculture Department to only buy sowing seeds such as green gram, red gram, and cotton from authorized dealers.…

• National webinar on "Seed Chain Development" in the Amrit Mahotsav of Azadi

  Union Minister Tomar said that we all know the importance of seeds. If the seed is good, then the future is good. Then whether it is a matter of person or seed for cultivation. Availability of good seeds for agriculture increases production-productivity and income of…

• Seed Selection: A Step-by-Step Guide for Selecting Good-Quality Paddy Seeds and Their Importance

  In good quality seeds, the development of the root system will be more efficient that aids the absorption of nutrients efficiently, and results in higher yield.…

• 11 Effective Strategies by Which Farmers Can Produce their Own High-Quality Seeds

  Farmer should harvest only at the time of full maturity when the grain moisture content is between 20−25% moisture content or 80−85% of the grains are straw-colored.…

• Government to Provide Rs 60 lakh to FPOs For Quality Seeds

  The state government will provide Rs 60 lakh to farmer producer organisations (FPOs) across Uttar Pradesh to store and deliver quality seeds in an effort to enhance agriculture and raise farmers' income.…

• Sunflower Vs. Pumpkin Seeds: Which One is Better?

  Seeds are a popular snack nowadays. They are a healthy snacking option and have tons of health benefits. In this article, we will be comparing two these healthy seeds.…

• International Seeds Day Celebration at Krishi Jagran: Expert Views on Seed Resilience

  Seed experts speak at the webinar hosted by Krishi Jagran on April 26th, 2022, at 4 PM, with the theme "Time to Conserve, Protect, and Revive Indigenous Seeds."…

• Different Types of Seeds Explained

  In this article, we'll explain what a seed is, how to classify seeds using an example, and how to produce a final certified seed. Let's get started without further ado!…

• More Farmers Will Get Seed Materials of Drought-Resistant Cassava

  More farmers in Karur, Salem and Namakkal districts are to get seed material for the drought-resistant Sree Athulya variety of cassava or maravalli kizhangu.…

• Agriculture Tax: GST on Seeds used in Agriculture, as per Two Tax Rulings

  According to tax experts, the AAR rulings in the cases of Ganga Kaveri Seeds and Narasimha Reddy & Sons applied the ejusdem generis principle.…

• Guar Seed Markets Likely to Surpass 2021 Highs

  Guar seed could finally come out from a long consolidation phase. It has been a long waiting period for growers as well as processors for guar seed. Markets had been range bound since the past two years and the demand situation improved in 2021. Between…

• How to Get Seed & Fertilizer License? Check Eligibility, Application Fee & Process

  If you are looking for a low-investment business idea related to agriculture in the New year, then you can open a fertilizer, seed or vermin-compost shop. But you need a license for this!…

• Government To Distribute 8.20 Lakh Free Hybrid Seed Mini Kits To Farmers

  Under a special program by the Union Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 8,20,600 seed mini-kits will be distributed free of cost in 343 identified districts of 15 major producing states of the country. This program will increase production and productivity by increasing the seed…

• Domestic & Overseas Business Prospects Appear Brighter for Indian Cumin seed

  Cumin in India has gained roughly 11.5% since July end. Prices during that time stood near 13000 Rs/qtl, and were attractive for the exporters as well as the stockists and retailers. Presently the commodity is being traded near 14500 Rs/qtl. As local and overseas consumption…

• Now You Can Easily Get License to Sell Seed, Fertilizer, Vermi-Compost; Know How

  If you are planning to open a fertilizer, seed or vermicompost shop but don’t know from where and how to get the license then don’t worry as we are here to help you!!!…

• CCI Raids BASF and Other Companies Over Alleged Vegetable Seeds Price Fixing

  On Wednesday (September 8), India’s antitrust watchdog Competition Commission of India (CCI) raided local offices of several vegetable seed companies including a unit of Germany’s BASF in a case related to alleged price collusion, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.…

• Celebrate Independence Day with Original Plantable Biodegradable Seed Flag by Seed Paper

  By 2050, the trends in waste production are forecasted to double; the natural environment will be burdened with 12 billion tonnes of plastic. As we try to implement Plastic Ban in India and plan to celebrate India’s Independence Day without hurting the environment, then do…

• Here’s Why You Must Include Hemp Seeds in Your Diet

  Hemp seed are the seeds that come from Cannabis Sativa, but the seeds do not produce any hallucinatory effect.…

• 25 Benefits of Poppy Seeds for Skin, Hair and Health

  Have you noticed the white and black coloured beads on the lemon juice that open the chapters of sweetness in our tongue? This is the Poppy Seeds. This is also known as khaskhas in Hindi and kasakasa in Tamil and Malayalam.…

• Farmers to Get High Yielding Varieties of Seeds; Over 8 lakh Soybean Mini-kits & 74000 Groundnut Mini-kits to be Distributed

  The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has adopted a multi-pronged strategy in order to achieve self-sufficiency in the production of oilseeds.…

• Amaranth Seed: Origin, Nutritional Facts & Tremendous Benefits

  Have you ever heard about a super beneficial seed, which is often mistaken for a grain? Yes, we are talking about Amaranth, the superfood! Here’s a brief story about its origin.…

• New GM Corn Seed in China Named After James Bond

  A veteran plant breeder in China develops new GM corn seed and names it 007.…

• Sanatech Seed launches World’s first GE Tomato

  Sanatech Seed, a Japanese start-up behind the launch of the world’s first direct consumption genome-edited tomato.…

• Kaveri Seeds: First in the World to Have 1 Lakh+ Acre of Production

  Kaveri Seeds has become the first seed producing company in the world to have more than 1 lakh acres in production area.…

• World’s Biggest Seed Vault Gets Fresh Seed Deposits This Year

  Svalbard Global Seed Vault saw a deposit of strawberry, watermelon, and pumpkin seeds this year.…

• Kaveri Seeds Seeks More Profit from Non-Cotton Business

  Kaveri Seeds is spreading its wings to non-cotton business and wishes to reach cottonseed and non-cottonseed ratio of 40:60 by next fiscal.…

• Draft Pine nut Grading and Marking Rules, 2021 Published

  A draft gazette has been published on February 1, 2021 for pine nuts. It is tilted “the Pine nut Grading and Marking Rules, 2021”. The Central Government has proposed the the Rules in exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 of the Agricultural Produce…

• How to Check Seed Quality at Home?

  ust two tests can tell you whether your seeds are of good quality or not. You can easily carry on the tests at home.…

• Food care’ is Distributing Free Seeds; Order Now, Details Inside

  Free Seed Distribution Campaign: Are you looking for making a vegetable garden at your home? If yes then you are at the right place. ‘Food care’ distributes free seeds for you. It is important to mention that ‘Food care’ is one of the agri-marketing portal…

• A Complete Guide on Flaxseed Cultivation

  In this article, an explanation about how to grow flaxseed or linseed is given. Linseed is generally grown for seeds to extract oil and fibres to make linen cloth.…

• Ministry of Agriculture issues alert on unsolicited seed packages from China

  The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has issued an alert to state organisations and agencies which come under the umbrella of the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) regarding unsolicited seed packages that may be delivered to their office.…

• Top 10 Seed Companies in the World

  Last year was the year of changes in seed company’s mergers and acquisitions as number of changes were visualized in the current situations. This has brought major changes in seed industry where Chinese native companies have stepped into global seed arena. The merger between Bayer-Monsanto…