Onion farmers demand 1500 per quintal compensation, procure onions at 25 per kg
The farmers claimed that they are struggling to recover the production cost of onions and demanded a 1,500-per-quintal compensation for farmers who sold their yields at the lowest price
Farmers from Punjab protest at Mohali-Chandigarh boundary against Centre Government
Farmers alleged the Central Government is encroaching on Punjabs water through amendments to the Bhakra Beas Management Board rules, the Dam Safety Act, the Water Amendment Act 2024 and the Punjab Reorganisation Act
India figures in EU's draft list for continued export of aquaculture products
India has been reinstated on the European Union's draft list for aquaculture product exports, ensuring continued shipments beyond September 2026. This inclusion follows India's compliance with EU regulations on antimicrobial use in food-producing animals. The move is a significant boost for India's seafood export sector, highlighting the EU's confidence in India's food safety standards.
Delhi High Court rejects plea against tax exemption for agricultural income in Capital
The Bench stated that the issue fell outside the courts domain and it cannot direct the Delhi Government to legislate a law to introduce a new taxation framework
Govt raises sugarcane FRP by Rs 10 to Rs 365/quintal for 2026-27 season
The government has increased the minimum price for sugarcane. Sugar mills will now pay Rs 365 per quintal to farmers for the 2026-27 season. This decision aims to benefit one crore farmers and support the sugar industry. The new price is higher than the previous season. Farmers supplying to mills with lower sugar recovery will also receive a set price.
