Farmers should be ‘businessmen’ who respond to market demand, not just grow rice and wheat: NITI Aayog’s Ashok LahiriLahiri stressed the need for greater adoption of science and technology, noting that productivity per acre for several Indian crops remains...
23 Jul, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Godrej Agro to expand oil palm area to 1.4 lakh hectares, bets on rising demandEdible oil prices are expected to stay elevated for several months ahead. Geopolitical tensions and El Nino threats are tightening global s...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford goes viral for his muscles. 83-year-old superstar once revealed ‘boring’ secret to his fitness. Research says, it can lower risk of cancer and heart attackHollywood veteran Harrison Ford’s pictures of accidentally showing off his muscles and toned body went viral. Fans were in awe of his impec...
18 Jul, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Have all possible headwinds been priced in by the street? 7 agro-chem stocks with upside potential of up to 38%June was one of the worst monsoon months since records began to be kept. That is bad news for agro-chemical companies, though better rains ...
16 Jul, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
How to turn a small terrace garden into a sweet watermelon patch this summerCity dwellers can successfully grow watermelons on balconies and terraces. Choose compact varieties and containers deep enough for root exp...
15 Jul, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
India-UK FTA from July 15: What changes for autos, whisky, exports and consumersThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect on July 15, 2026. This pact grants nearly 99% duty-free access for Ind...
14 Jul, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
Dhanwel Hybrid Seeds IPO: GMP among key details to know before subscriptionThe Rs 26.73-crore IPO is entirely a fresh issue of 27 lakh equity shares and will remain open for subscription till June 29
24 Jun, 2026, 07.56 AM IST
The operations network behind Amazon's play to become India's everyday storeAmazon is reshaping India's quick-commerce sector through significant investments in foundational infrastructure rather than merely focusin...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsThe latest escalation in the US-Iran war means that crude oil price is back as a risk for India. Although we are in a market already strugg...
03 Jun, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
Consumers unlikely to see major impact on food prices over next 2-3 months: Consumer Affairs SecyThe government is closely monitoring the prices of essential food commodities. At present, prices have remained stable and largely range-bo...
26 May, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
India soymeal exports to fall to four-year low on rising pricesIndia's soymeal exports are projected to drop by half to a four-year low in the current year, driven by a 47% price surge over the past mon...
19 May, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
India emerges as key player in growth and innovation, global vegetable seeds market thrives: S&P GCIThe global vegetable seeds market, valued at around USD 8 billion in 2022, is expanding due to rising demand for diverse vegetable varietie...
28 Mar, 2024, 09.49 AM IST
Domestic vegetable seeds industry to hit Rs 8,000 crore in 5 years: ReportRating agency Icra in its report said increasing awareness to consume more vegetables to meet diverse dietary and nutritional needs has rai...
22 Mar, 2018, 04.34 PM IST
Domestic vegetable seeds industry expected to double in 5 yearsThis growth will be necessitated by the estimated growth in vegetable production required to meet future demand.
22 Mar, 2018, 12.24 PM IST
Small vegetables get more buyers nowFarmers are opting for seeds that can produce small fruits and vegetables as nuclear families prefer to buy smaller varieties.
04 May, 2012, 06.58 AM IST
Maharashtra gets tough with seed companies selling dudsCompanies that sell vegetable seeds to farmers have come under the scanner in Maharashtra following a rise in complaints about dud seeds.
21 Feb, 2012, 08.27 AM IST