India invokes WTO peace clause for FY25 rice subsidies for farmers
India has once again utilized the World Trade Organisation peace clause. This is the seventh time the country has invoked this provision. It allows India to exceed the 10% subsidy limit for rice farmers. The government informed the WTO about providing subsidies worth $7.6 billion. This represents about 11.85% of the total value of rice production.
Argentina emerges as India's main supplier of edible oils
Argentina and India are forging stronger economic bonds, with India becoming Argentina's sixth-largest trade partner. Their collaboration is focused on ensuring food security and accessing essential minerals. Notably, Argentina is a major exporter of edible oils to India, enhancing the strategic partnership that was amplified in 2019. Additionally, Argentina plays a pivotal role in supporting India's energy security requirements.
Decoding govts wheat strategy: Can higher procurement push and export quota hike lift the sector?
Experts say wheat procurement may be constrained by limited storage, while exports remain largely uncompetitive globally.
Maharashtra agri input dealers call for a strike on April 27
Agri-input dealers across Maharashtra are set to strike on April 27. Associations like MAFDA and AIDA are protesting a new government resolution. They claim 23 new inspectors will create excessive oversight and hinder business. Dealers are demanding a focus on lab strengthening and digital traceability instead of physical inspections. This action aims to protect agri-entrepreneurs and ensure industry stability.
Govt overhauls six-decade-old sugarcane law; seeks comments on draft by May 20
The Centre is proposing a new Sugarcane (Control) Order 2026, replacing the 1966 version to integrate ethanol production, digital compliance, and factory approvals. This framework maintains core elements like FRR and payment deadlines while introducing a conversion formula for ethanol and a formal approval process for new factories.
Tea bodies urge PM Modi to allow producers freedom to choose mode of sale
Four tea organisations from Assam and West Bengal say mandatory auction rules raise costs and threaten viability of tea producers
