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Sangrur, Barnala farmers flag shortage of wheat seeds

While the Punjab government has made seeds free for flood-affected farmers, the other will be a 50% subsidy restricted to only 2 to 2.5 acres of land.

Updated on Nov 04, 2025 05:46 PM IST

Punjab: Paddy farmers hit by dwarf virus in July feel the pinch

Dwarf virus causes stunting, yellowing and withering of the crop, effectively bringing down the yield. While the virus was reported from across the state, Ropar, Fatehgarh Sahib, Pathankot, Patiala, and Sangrur were the most affected. (HT File)

Published on Sep 20, 2025 06:38 AM IST

Himachal withdraws ads for VCs in farm varsities

The Himachal Pradesh government has formally withdrawn two advertisements issued for the selection of Vice-Chancellors at Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (Nauni, Solan) and CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (Palampur), declaring any action taken under them “null and void.” (Getty Images/iStockphoto / Representational image)

Published on Aug 12, 2025 07:26 AM IST

Punjab: Crackdown on hoarding: 460 bags of DAP, pesticides seized in Barnala

The shop at Moom village in Barnala’s Mehal Kalan was operating without proper registration, say officials of the agriculture department. (HT)

Published on Jul 23, 2025 07:36 AM IST

Malerkotla tops in paddy yield for second consecutive year

In the 2023-2024 paddy season, the state recorded an average yield of 6,740 kg per hectare from an area of 3,179 hectares. (HT Photo)

Published on Jul 08, 2025 05:09 PM IST

Wheat purchase in Haryana surpasses last year’s figures

In both the rabi seasons, the government officially started the procurement process on April 1. (HT File)

Published on May 04, 2025 06:04 AM IST

Punjab govt to provide 33% subsidy on Bt cotton seeds

Cotton, a crucial kharif crop in the southwestern districts of Punjab, presents a viable alternative to water-guzzling paddy crop, contributing to both agricultural diversification and economic growth (HT File)

Published on Apr 20, 2025 08:52 AM IST

Maha farmers to get a unique ID number to avail of govt schemes

The ID will enable them to access government schemes, subsidies, crop insurance and land records easily (credit: HT Archives)

Published on Apr 13, 2025 07:52 AM IST

All depts should be ready to deal with drought-like situation: Shimla DC

DC directed the agriculture and horticulture departments to prepare a district-level action plan so that in case of drought, it can be dealt with effectively. (File)

Published on Feb 23, 2025 06:48 AM IST

After lunch meet, Dhas makes fresh allegation against Munde

Mumbai, India - August 17, 2022: MLA Dhananjay Munde (C) enters Vidhan Bhavan during the first day of the monsoon session of Maharashtra Legislature Assembly in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Satish Bate/HT PHOTO)

Published on Feb 21, 2025 08:16 AM IST

Probe demanded into agriculture dept irregularities during Munde’s tenure

Probe demanded into agriculture dept irregularities during Munde’s tenure

Published on Feb 18, 2025 07:40 AM IST

3-4% graft in every scheme, says agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate

3-4% graft in every govt scheme, says agri min Manikrao Kokate

Updated on Jan 22, 2025 09:30 AM IST

Punjab: Pink stem borer threat subsides with dip in temperature

The pink stem borer infested the fields where the traditional practice of burning paddy stubble was avoided, the farmers had alleged. (HT File)

Published on Dec 31, 2024 11:47 PM IST

Hry chief secy reviews projects of 5 depts worth ₹5,758 crore

The chief secretary directed officials to regularly monitor and speed up the work of developing the apple, fruit and vegetable market at Pinjore, being constructed at a cost of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>139 crore. (Representational photo) (HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 31, 2024 10:59 PM IST

Ludhiana: Agri students’ meet with CM Mann postponed to January 8

The students had started a protest at the PAU campus in Ludhiana in late October. On the eve of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s supposed visit to the university on November 12 to inaugurate an international seminar, the district administration assured the students of the meeting, following which they suspended the sit-in protest. (HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 18, 2024 08:16 AM IST

USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to halt the virus

Milk displayed for sale at a Whole Foods Market Daily Shop ahead of opening in the Upper East Side neighborhood of New York, US, on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. Whole Foods Market is opening new small-format stores aimed at serving quick-trip urban consumers, with its first set to open on Sept. 18 in New York. Photographer: Yuki Iwamura/Bloomberg(Bloomberg)

Published on Dec 07, 2024 05:16 PM IST

Lab confirms seized DAP of poor quality, says agriculture minister

The agriculture department had sent samples of the seized DAP to the Fertiliser Quality Control Laboratory in Ludhiana. (PTI)

Updated on Nov 27, 2024 09:02 AM IST

Action against six officials for failing to stop farm fires: Ambala DC

An anti-fogging machine deployed by the Rohtak municipal corporation in a bid to control air pollution in Rohtak city on Wednesday. (Manoj Dhaka/HT)

Updated on Nov 14, 2024 06:52 AM IST

Standing crop of over 80,000 hectares in Odisha affected by Cyclone Dana

Accompanied by torrential rain and high-speed winds, cyclone Dana uprooted trees, electric poles and caused extensive damage to infrastructure and crops in some districts of Odisha. (ANI)

Published on Oct 26, 2024 08:12 PM IST

4 arrested for selling fake DAP in Moga

The accused have been booked under Sections 310 (4) and 61 (2) of the BNS and also under the Fertilizer (Control) Order, Essential Commodities Act at the Badhni Kalan police station.

Updated on Sep 21, 2024 10:51 PM IST

U.P: Agri dept orders thorough crop e-surveys to optimise production estimates

The agriculture department aims to ensure the smooth implementation of agricultural schemes and improve productivity across the state. (Sourced)

Updated on Sep 03, 2024 09:26 AM IST

Farmers, agri firms to present work at U.P. trade show’s 2nd edition

The agriculture department will have a significant presence at the trade show. (For Representation)

Updated on Aug 24, 2024 10:48 PM IST

CM Sukhvinder Sukhu bats for expanding natural farming in Himachal

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu (File)

Updated on Aug 14, 2024 05:26 AM IST

V Radha transferred by minister for cracking down on corruption: Wadettiwar

Senior IAS officer and additional chief secretary (ACS) of the agriculture department V Radha was transferred on Monday. (Bhushan Koyande/ HT Photo)

Updated on Aug 13, 2024 09:24 AM IST

15% rise in area under DSR technique this time

The figure is set to rise as paddy plantation is midway.

Updated on Jul 05, 2024 08:02 AM IST

Paddy transplantation in six districts to start from June 11

The government has already notified and assured an 8-hour uninterrupted power supply to the tubewells. (HT file)

Updated on Jun 10, 2024 05:58 AM IST

Kangra: Agriculture department estimates 5-7% dip in wheat output in areas hit by dry spell

Kangra deputy director (agriculture) Rahul Katoch, said, “Because of the recent wet spells, the wheat crop is in recovery stage (HT File)

Updated on Feb 23, 2024 08:28 AM IST

Tamil Nadu unveils scheme for chemical-free practices

The state government said, <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>14.55 crore has been disbursed to 9,988 farmers of Thoothukudi for the crop loss (HT)

Updated on Feb 21, 2024 07:52 AM IST

How direct seeding method is growing on Haryana farmers

Not only does a farmer opting for the DSR scheme get <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>4,000 per acre incentive, but also there is a subsidy for buying a DSR machine. (HT Photo)

Updated on Feb 08, 2024 09:32 AM IST

Missing subsidised machines: 900 Punjab agri dept staff go on indefinite strike

The association also held a meeting with agriculture minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian on Wednesday. (File)

Updated on Jan 25, 2024 08:42 AM IST

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