Agriculture Industry News

This section contains News and updates from different agriculture industries like product launch, new appointment etc.

• DCM Shriram to Acquire 100% Stake of Hindusthan Specialty Chemicals for Rs 375 Crores, Eyes Strategic Expansion into Advanced Materials

  DCM Shriram will acquire 100% of Hindusthan Specialty Chemicals Ltd for Rs 375 crore, expanding into advanced materials. The acquisition strengthens synergies with its chemicals business, aligning with strategic goals in renewables and mobility sectors, and supports its Rs 1,000 crore investment plan.…

• Amul Enters European Market with Launch of Amul Gold Milk Through Strategic Partnership with Spain’s COVAP

  Amul partnered with Spain’s COVAP to launch Amul Gold milk in Spain and the EU. This marks Amul’s European debut, combining Indian and Spanish dairy expertise. The collaboration supports farmers in both nations and showcases cooperative strength ahead of the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives.…

• IPL Biologicals Expands Its Product Portfolio, Launches Six New Products Under Its NXG Range of Biologicals Products

  IPL Biologicals launched six innovative soluble powder products under its NXG Range, enhancing sustainable farming. Designed for micro-irrigation, the products support Integrated Nutrient and Pest Management, offering improved shelf stability, microbial efficacy, and ease of application.…

• Coromandel Chemicals Enters Joint Venture with Sakarni Plaster for Phospho Gypsum-Based Green Building Materials

  Coromandel Chemicals and Sakarni Plaster formed a joint venture to produce eco-friendly Phospho Gypsum building materials, promoting circular economy goals, import substitution, and sustainable construction, with a new plant in Visakhapatnam utilizing fertilizer by-products for low-carbon, green housing solutions.…

• Bayer to Organize Monsoon Corn Festival Across Rajasthan to Support Smallholder Farmers in Boosting Yields and Incomes

  Bayer is conducting farmer workshops across Rajasthan to promote corn cultivation, offering training on advanced crop practices, showcasing DEKALB hybrids, and promoting sustainable farming. These events aim to boost yields, enhance farmer incomes, and support India’s food security and rural development.…

• SLCM’s NBFC Arm Kissandhan Crosses New Milestone with Rs 3,000 Cr+ Loan Disbursals

  Kissandhan, an NBFC under SLCM, has disbursed over Rs 3,244 crore in loans, empowering 7.1 lakh farmers across 14+ states through tech-led, inclusive Agri-financing. It emphasizes financial inclusion, especially for women and FPOs, with customized credit and innovative products like 'Jan Samridhi'.…

• UPL Unimart and Indian Potash Limited Partner to Transform Sugarcane Farming Across India

  UPL Unimart has partnered with Indian Potash Limited to modernize sugarcane farming in India. The collaboration aims to enhance crop nutrition, improve farmer incomes, and reduce inefficiencies by combining agronomic expertise and digital solutions for sustainable, profitable farming.…

• ACE Ltd and Bank of India Sign MoU for Easy Financing of ACE Tractors and Agricultural Machinery

  ACE Ltd and Bank of India have signed an MoU to provide financial support for purchasing ACE tractors and farm equipment, aiming to strengthen the agriculture sector in rural areas by focusing on affordability, fuel efficiency, and empowering farmers with advanced, cost-effective machinery to enhance…

• SEDL Launches Agro-Industrial Platform to Leverage USD 500 Billion Green Hydrocarbon Market from Sugarcane Biomass

  SEDL launched a revolutionary, boiler-less sugarcane processing platform enabling zero-emission energy and jaggery production, aiming to build a USD 500B green hydrocarbon economy while empowering rural farmers and advancing sustainable agro-industrial practices.…

• Mastercard Join Hands with Gramophone to Enable Agri Input and Credit Access for 2 mn Indian Farmers

  With the collaboration between Mastercard and Gramophone, farmers will be able to use the Community Pass card, supported by Mastercard, to make payments for purchases in remote, offline areas.…

• KRBL’s Domestic Business Clocks Rs 925 Crore Revenue, Regional Rice Revenue Increase by 23%

  Branded basmati and non-basmati rice segments of KRBL fueled strong growth, with retail presence expanding by over 40,000 outlets.…

• Haryana CM Inaugurates AVPL International’s Skill and Drone Didi Yatra, Aimed at Skilling 800 Drone Didis

  The Chief Minister also announced INR 54 Crore Budget for Drone Didi Program, upto 80% Drone Subsidy and Saksham Yuva Yojana to Train 10,000 Youth in Advanced IT Skills, on the sidelines of the event.…

• Bayer CropScience Limited Reports Q1 Results for FY 2024-25

  Bayer is committed to driving sustainable development and generating a positive impact with its businesses. At the same time, the Group aims to increase its earning power and create value through innovation and growth.…

• AVPL International Expands Horizons with Acquisition of Drone Planet

  AVPL International, with a notable presence across 12 states and encompassing 70 skill and incubation hubs dedicated to the drone and agriculture sectors.…

• Coromandel International Posts Q1 Results

  Coromandel International Ltd reports a decline in Q1 FY2024 standalone total income to Rs. 4,768 Cr and PAT to Rs. 331 Cr compared to the previous year.…

• Key Highlights of the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE) in India, marking a significant moment for the country's agricultural sector.…

• Syngenta India Unveils Groundbreaking Products - Miravis Duo, Reflect Top - to Revolutionize Crop Protection in India

  With the introduction of Miravis Duo and Reflect Top, Syngenta reaffirms its dedication to empowering farmers with state-of-the-art agricultural technologies, paving the way for a sustainable and prosperous future in Indian agriculture.…

• Dhanuka Agritech Q1 Net Profit up by 48.5% YOY to Rs. 48.90 crore

  With 4 manufacturing units across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and J&K, Dhanuka operates through 41 warehouses and a network of 6,500 distributors and around 80,000 retailers.…

• CNH Strengthens Global Leadership Team to Deliver Key Priorities Efficiently

  The new Global Leadership team is organized in a simplified matrix and comprises industry-leading experts and practitioners from within CNH.…

• AVPL International Ropes in Sapna Chaudhary to Spread Awareness about Drone Skills & Education in Haryana

  Together AVPL International and Sapna Chaudhary are launching this initiative to train rural youths and women Self Help Groups (SHG) to mark a significant leap forward in harnessing technology for development in association with the Haryana Skill Development Mission (HSDM).…

• ITCMAARS- ‘Phygital’ Eco-system has Enhanced Net Farmer Returns upto 30% in a Short Span of Time

  In the Company’s 113th AGM address Sanjiv Puri, Chairman and Managing Director, ITC Ltd, shared his Vision on ITC: Stakeholder Value through Purposeful Performance. Relevant Excerpts from the speech are below:…

• Asteria Aerospace’s SkyDeck Platform Revolutionizes Drone Data Management with Cloud & AI

  Asteria Aerospace Ltd is a full-stack drone technology company providing actionable intelligence from aerial data.…

• ICAR, Syngenta Foundation India, and Syngenta India Pvt. Ltd. Sign MoU to Promote Climate-Resilient Agriculture and Training Programs

  ICAR and Syngenta join forces to boost farm productivity through better practices, education, and mechanization.…

• Proposed Doubling of Agrochemical Formulation Custom Duty will Hurt the Farmer Real Hard

  CropLife India is committed to advancing sustainable agriculture and it is an association of 17 R&D driven member companies in crop protection.…

• Tractor Junction's Upcoming ITOTY 2024 to Honour Tractor Industry Excellence

  Tractor Junction gears up for the ITOTY Awards, honoring excellence in the tractor industry and introducing new categories for tractor and farm equipment financing.…

• Mahindra Tractors Honours Indian Farmers with ‘Desh ka Tractor,’ Commemorating 40 Lakh Deliveries and 60 Years of Its Legacy

  Mahindra Group is one of the largest and most admired multinational federation of companies with 260,000 employees in over 100 countries.…

• Public Private Partnership Essential to Address Challenges Faced by the Agricultural Sector: Experts

  Integrating advanced technologies such as IT, IoT, Precision Agriculture, and drones into Indian farming is vital.…

• IFFCO Launches Nano Fertilizer Usage Promotion Campaign, Offering Subsidies to Farmers in 800 Villages

  IFFCO has launched the Nano Fertilizer Usage Promotion Mahaabhiyan, offering subsidies and support for farmers to adopt nano fertilizers, with a comprehensive plan.…

• Coromandel International Unveils Magnesium-Enriched Paramfos Plus to Boost Crop Yield and Quality

  Coromandel International Limited is amongst India's pioneers and leading Agri solutions provider, offering diverse products and services across the farming value chain.…

• ACE Hosts 'ACE Ultra Combine Harvester Mega Delivery Function' in Kosi Kalan, Mathura, UP

  Action Construction Equipment (ACE) hosted 'ACE Ultra Combine Harvester Mega Delivery Function' in Kosi Kalan, Mathura, UP, delivering ten harvesters and receiving enthusiastic participation from farmers.…

• Shakti Vardhak Hybrid Seeds Inaugurates Its Sister Concern Arboint International in Karnal, Haryana

  Shakti Vardhak Hybrid Seeds inaugurated its sister concern Arboint International at Hotel Jewels in Karnal. During this, the company's dealers and team were present.…

• UPL Continues Its Commitment to Biodiversity Conservation with Its Ninth Annual Sarus Crane Count

  Combined efforts of UPL, the Forest Department and the community have resulted in a significant rise in the Sarus Crane population from 500 in 2015-16 to 1431 in 2023-24…

• Bayer and Solynta Partner to Introduce True Potato Seeds in Kenyan and Indian Markets

  The agreement between Bayer and Solynta focuses on commercialization and distribution of disease-free, high-quality starting material to smallholder farmers in Kenya and India.…

• Meghalaya CM Inspects State’s Organically Grown Pineapples in New Delhi; Meets Mother Dairy’s MD at Safal Outlet

  Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma promotes the state's organic pineapples at a Safal outlet in New Delhi, highlighting successful marketing and logistics efforts.…

• IFFCO Selects Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to Modernize Agriculture in India

  IFFCO leverages Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to run its IFFCO Kisan Uday mobile application, enabling efficient drone-based fertilizer management for farmers.…

• JK Tyre Becomes First Indian Tyre Manufacturer with ISCC Plus Certification for its Chennai Plant

  JK Tyre & Industries has become the first Indian tyre manufacturer to receive the ISCC Plus certification for its Chennai plant.…

• Samunnati Secures Rs 133 crores Credit Financing from Blue Earth Capital

  Samunnati, India’s largest agri enterprise, is an open agri network to unlock the trillion-dollar-plus potential of Indian agriculture with smallholder farmers at the center of it.…

• Yara India Releases Its Second India Sustainability Report FY 2023

  Yara India's second Sustainability Report highlights its commitment to reducing GHGs emissions by 70,000 tCO2e by 2026 through renewable energy adoption, and sustainable farming practices.…

• CNH Capital Introduces ‘Mission Education’ to Support Underprivileged Children

  CNH Capital launches ‘Mission Education’ CSR project, targeting educational enhancement for schoolchildren in Nangli Umarpur village, Gurugram.…

• SLCM Achieves a New Milestone with Acquisition of Second Patent for Its Agri Reach Platform

  SLCM provides state-of-the-art warehousing services to the entire agriculture ecosystem including farmers, processors, millers, traders, importers, exporters, and the central & state governments.…

• Navigating the Rural Markets with Sudhir Sitapati, MD & CEO of GCPL

  Rising rural spending and improved infrastructure in India present FMCG companies with lucrative opportunities for expansion and market penetration.…

• Palladium Empowers Women FPC in Odisha by Exporting Mangoes to London, Enhancing Farmer Members' Income by 40%

  Palladium, through the PSFPO Project, helped Odisha's MKFPCL export Amrapalli mangoes to London, boosting prices for 1900+ women farmers by 40%.…

• New Holland Launches ‘WORKMASTER 105’; First-Ever Indigenously Produced 100+HP TREM-IV Tractor

  New Holland has a history of driving innovation, providing the answers to customer needs with a broad range of agricultural and light construction equipment.…

• bigbasket Sustainability Report 2023: 10,429 tonnes of CO2 avoided, 6,491 EVs used, 100+ tonnes of Waste Recycled Monthly

  bigbasket, a TATA Enterprise, is creating milestones in the online grocery market and has recently overhauled its supply chain across cities to fulfil customer orders faster.…

• Arya.ag Collaborates with Khambhaliya FPC and Forest Dept. to Combat Rising Temperatures through Tree Plantation Drive

  Arya.ag's tree plantation drive, in partnership with Khambhaliya FPC and the Forest Department, aims to combat rising temperatures and water scarcity by enhancing tree cover in the Khambhaliya region.…

• World Food Safety Day: Arya.ag Conserves 1 Trillion Liters of Water and Reduces 7% Food Loss through Innovative Storage Solutions

  Arya.ag's innovative storage solutions have significantly reduced food loss, water waste, and fertilizer use, advancing food safety and security in India.…

• MS Dhoni Backed Drone Startup Garuda Aerospace Unveils 1st ever Drone Showroom

  Garuda Aerospace is India’s leading Drone tech start-up focused on disrupting two major multi-billion-dollar sectors, Precision Agri Tech and Industry 4.0 upgradation.…

• UltraTech Achieves 100+ Million Cubic Meters of Water Conservation in FY24, Becomes 5 Times Water Positive

  UltraTech Cement Limited achieved five times water positivity through extensive water management efforts within its premises and surrounding communities.…

• PV Sindhu Champions Nutritional Security in India by Investing in Biofortified Food Brand ‘Better Nutrition’

  Better Nutrition is dedicated to advancing health and well-being through innovative nutritional solutions.…

• India's Cold Chain Sector Poised for Robust Growth: Dr Surendra Ahirwar, Joint Secretary, DPIIT

  India's cold chain sector is poised for significant growth and innovation, driven by government initiatives, industry-academia partnerships, and advancements in technology and infrastructure.…