Rice use for ethanol may rise as maize, sugarcane acreage falls this Kharif season
India is set to ramp up rice utilization for ethanol production this year, amid reduced planting of maize and sugarcane, raising concerns about feedstock availability. Fortunately, the government maintains a healthy stock of rice, offering a safety net. With sugar prices soaring to unprecedented levels due to crop output fears, this strategy aligns with India's ambitious goal of achieving a 20% ethanol blending ratio.
Kharif sowing near normal as rainfall deficit shrinks
By August 7, farmers have successfully planted Kharif crops at 87.7% of the expected seasonal average. While rainfall deficiencies have mitigated, the focus is now firmly on crop yields. The acreage for critical crops like rice and pulses trails behind last years figures. On a positive note, reservoir water levels have improved significantly following recent rainfall. Nevertheless, the IMD warns of below-normal rainfall for the upcoming monsoon weeks.
Protesting Maharashtra farmers demand 2 lakh incentive for regular loan repayment
Along with a waiver ofup to 2 lakh, farmers, who paid EMIs regularly were supposed to receive incentive of 50,000, which farmers believe is unfair
Tobacco Board partners with Constems AI for tobacco grading
Tobacco Board partners with Constems AI to introduce AI-powered FCV tobacco grading, improving transparency, consistency and efficiency at Andhra Pradesh auctions.
FAIFA backs tobacco farmer relief, seeks calibrated crop cuts
FAIFA welcomes government relief for tobacco farmers but seeks calibrated FCV crop cuts, export support and stronger action against illicit cultivation.
CLFMA to host 59th AGM, National Symposium in Mumbai
CLFMA will host its 59th AGM and 67th National Symposium in Mumbai on September 11
Delhi State Cooperative Bank to venture into financing farmers, artisans
Inaugurating the programme, Nabin Kumar Roy, Chief General Manager, NABARD, highlighted the critical role of cooperative banks in financial inclusion and local economic development.
India considers curbing use of sugarcane for ethanol to tame record-high sugar market
India may limit sugarcane use for ethanol to increase sugar production with an aim to stabilise record-high sugar prices and ensure smooth domestic supply. Reduced rainfall in key states has raised concerns about next year's sugar output. The government might allow corn and rice for ethanol to maintain its blending program.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces historic hike in special incentives for paddy and sugarcane
He said paddy procurement would begin in September and the government would offer an incentive of 289 per quintal for fine varieties, in addition to the MSP
Over 1 million evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin hits eastern China
Sugar mills to advance cane crushing schedule
Indian rice export prices near 10-month high amid El Nino fears and rising domestic paddy costs
Indian rice export prices remain near a ten-month high this week. Thai prices have reached a one-month peak, supported by buyer demand. Vietnam's rice exports are experiencing quiet trading activity due to weak demand. Bangladesh faces elevated rice prices after recent crop damage from flooding. Governments are developing climate-resilient rice varieties to address agricultural challenges.
DMK seeks adjournment motion on Cauvery dispute, slams TVK governments Agriculture Budget
Udhayanidhi Stalin said the DMK would raise the Cauvery issue in detail during the Assembly proceedings and expressed hope that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay would break his silence and respond to the Oppositions questions
