India’s farmers cut back on seeds, fertilisers as rains fail, Rallis India CEO saysDue to erratic monsoon patterns, farmers in India are cutting back on their investments in pesticides, fertilizers, and seeds. The irregula...
23 Sep, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
Industry body ACFI seeks Rs 5,000-7,500 cr scheme to cut reliance on China for crop protection inputsThe Agro Chem Federation of India suggests a significant government support program. This initiative aims to boost the country's self-relia...
20 Sep, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
In 2021, NASA sent 11 types of crop seeds outside the space station for 8 months; after their return, scientists tested whether they could still growThe 2021 NASA seed experiment ultimately demonstrates why some of the most important space discoveries can begin with objects that appear r...
19 Sep, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
SML Ltd weighing IPO within 2 to 3 years, eyes new chemical entity pipelineSML Ltd, a leading agri-inputs manufacturer, is contemplating a stock market listing in the next two to three years. With significant cash ...
13 Sep, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
From farm ponds to AI chatbots: India's blueprint for revitalising dryland agriculture10 Sep, 2026, 06.46 AM IST
In 2025, researchers extracted superabsorbent gel from discarded diapers and tested it in sandy soil, where it showed water-retention potential similar to a commercial hydrogelScientists are investigating the potential of repurposing used diaper gel as a source of agricultural water retention. This material exhibi...
22 Aug, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Chemical sector: Although long, there is a way around China trouble; combine 20 stocks to get your portfolio’s chemistry rightFor the chemicals sector, it all depends on a transformation that is still unfolding and will take years to play out. Backward-integration ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Tata Consumer shares jump 3% after Q1 results. Here’s why Nomura, Motilal see strong upside potentialTata Consumer Products shares rose 3% after the FMCG major reported a 27.8% YoY jump in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 427 crore, while revenue i...
27 Jul, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
Need for balanced regulatory system to promote use of bio-tech in farm sector: ICAR DGAccording to a statement by the Agriculture Ministry on Sunday, Trust for Advancement of Agricultural Sciences (TAAS), in collaboration wit...
27 Jul, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
Hikal commissions cGMP pilot plant in Pune to strengthen pharmaceutical developmentHikal has commissioned an enhanced cGMP pilot plant at its Pune campus to strengthen its integrated capabilities for pharmaceutical develop...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.01 PM 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
UPL-SAS sees tech, climate solutions as key to growth after $200 mn investmentUPL-Sustainable AgriSolutions (UPL-SAS) is transforming Indian agriculture with technology and a holistic strategy. CEO Ashish Dobhal highl...
15 Dec, 2024, 05.06 PM IST
Godrej Agrovet collaborates with Provivi to offer sustainable crop solutions for rice and maize farmersGodrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) and Provivi have partnered to bring sustainable pest control solutions to Indian rice and corn farmers. GAVL ...
18 Nov, 2024, 03.59 PM IST
Coromandel launches 10 new products to boost crop yieldsCoromandel has partnered with Japan's ISK to launch Prachand, a patented product using Japanese technology to protect paddy crops from pest...
24 May, 2024, 08.41 PM IST
Crystal Crop Protection launches new business in agrochem retailCrops solutions company Crystal Crop Protection has launched a new business in agrochemical retail- Saffire Crop Science that will leverage...
09 Feb, 2022, 04.42 PM IST
Mahindra Agri Solution enters 60:40 JV with Sumitomo Corporation for crop care businessThe partnership will lead to a formation of new company named Mahindra Summit Agriscience Limited.
12 Oct, 2018, 01.59 PM IST
- Hikal enters into a deal with German co
Hikal has entered into a long term manufacturing agreement with Bayer CropScience AG, Germany, for manufacture and supply of active ingredi...
05 Mar, 2008, 12.27 PM IST