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Department of Agriculture
More ragi with less water: Online programme to promote Guli Ragi cultivation
An online training programme on the Guli Ragi cultivation method is scheduled for September 23 to promote water-efficient agriculture.
Farmers urged to complete e-KYC for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
Assistant Agriculture Director N.G. Amrutheshwara has urged farmers in Yelandur to complete their e-KYC for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme to receive the 24th installment of financial aid.
Bengaluru South district submits report for ₹20.61 crore crop loss compensation
The district administration of Bengaluru South has requested ₹20.61 crore in crop loss compensation for drought-hit taluks in Ramanagara and Magadi.
Moderate rain in Ramanagara benefits agricultural activities
Ramanagara district experienced moderate rainfall due to a low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal, benefiting local agricultural activities.
Officials inspect cotton crop yields in Jalahalli
Officials in Jalahalli inspected cotton crop yields and collected agricultural data for government assessment.
CEO Nandini directs officials to deliver agricultural schemes to beneficiaries
Mandya Zilla Panchayat CEO K.R. Nandini instructed officials to ensure the effective implementation of agricultural department schemes and the delivery of benefits to eligible farmers.
Assistant Director of Agriculture office to be inaugurated in Chikkodi today
A new office building for the Assistant Director of Agriculture and a center for integrated farming systems will be inaugurated in Chikkodi.
Cotton crops wither in drought as farmers face insurance woes
Farmers in Shahapur are facing severe crop losses due to drought and difficulty in securing insurance payouts for their cotton crops.
Applications Invited for Best Farmer Award in Anekal
The Agriculture Department in Anekal has invited applications for the ATMA Best Farmer Award.
Hobli-level Prajaseva Abhiyana to be held in Sasvehalli today
A public service campaign is being held at Sasvehalli in Honnali at the Saubhagya Kalyana Mantapa.
Monsoon Failure Damages Paddy Crops and Distresses Farmers in Sirsi
A severe lack of rainfall over the last 15 days in Sirsi taluk has caused massive damage to paddy and other crops, leaving local farmers in distress.
Government Declares Entire Bagalkote District as Drought Hit
The Karnataka state government has declared the entire Bagalkote district drought-hit due to severe rainfall deficiency and extensive crop damage.
Krishika Samaja Holds Bimonthly Meeting for Farmers in Narasimharajapura
The Narasimharajapura Taluk Krishika Samaja held its bimonthly meeting to discuss implementing government schemes and relief programs for farmers during a drought year.
Karnataka Agriculture Department Invites Applications for Paddy Crop Competitions
The Department of Agriculture in Karnataka has invited applications from farmers to participate in state, district, and taluk-level paddy crop competitions for the monsoon season.
Kerala Agricultural University Launches Special Project to Eradicate African Snails
Kerala Agricultural University has launched a specialized project to eradicate the giant African snail infestation in Bison Valley, Idukki, over the next two to three years.
MLA Lakshmi Hebbalkar distributed agricultural facilities worth ₹1.83 crore
MLA Lakshmi Hebbalkar distributed agricultural machinery and micro-irrigation units worth ₹1.83 crore to beneficiaries in Belagavi Rural constituency.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi beneficiaries: e-KYC deadline September 30
Beneficiaries of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme are required to complete their e-KYC by September 30 to continue receiving payments.
Chikkaballapur agriculture department invites applications for farm machinery subsidies
The Agriculture Department in Chikkaballapur has invited applications for government subsidies for high-tech farm machinery, fencing for farm ponds, and announced a deadline for LPG e-KYC updates.
Lingsugur farmers demand action against traders selling fake pesticides and fertilizers
Farmers in Lingsugur submitted a petition to the Deputy Director of Agriculture demanding action against traders selling fake pesticides and fertilizers.
Bagalkote farmers register for crop insurance in record numbers
Farmers in Bagalkote district, Karnataka, have registered for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana in record numbers due to fears of crop loss from insufficient rain.
Heavy rainfall boosts agricultural activity and fills water bodies in Soraba
Heavy rainfall in Soraba taluk has filled water bodies and stimulated agricultural activities, though it has also raised flood concerns.
Shivamogga Kharif crop insurance registration deadline extended until August 10
The registration deadline for the Kharif crop insurance scheme in Shivamogga, Karnataka, has been extended until August 10.
Agriculture students protest against recruitment practices at Bengaluru university
Agriculture students at GKVK University in Bengaluru protested against illegal recruitment practices in the agriculture department, alleging that non-agriculture graduates are being given priority.
Tamil Nadu farmers and traders propose agriculture budget reforms ahead of presentation
Ahead of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay presenting his first agriculture Budget, farmers and traders submit extensive demands regarding loans, water infrastructure, and market fee reforms.
Kakinada district begins subsidised rice sales starting August 1
The Civil Supplies Department will begin sale of super fine rice and other varieties at subsidised prices from August 1 through the Market Intervention Programme in Kakinada district.