The priorities of the Modi government seem peculiar, if we compare the hikes for the exotic niger to staple grains, pulses and millets ...

Researchers say they can improve rice harvests and grain quality by essentially turning off a temperature-sensitive gene ...

The Centre on Wednesday raised the MSP for paddy by 3% (Rs 69) to Rs 2,369 per quintal, even as it placed special focus on ...

India is set to become the world’s largest rice producer in 2024-25, surpassing China, as foodgrain output hits a record 353.2 MT. Boosted by a strong monsoon, rice, wheat, pulses, and oilseed ...

Nigerian rice has come a long way! Here are seven local brands that cook well, taste great, and won’t have you dodging stones ...

World Nutrition Day 2025 reminds us that by making simple, sustainable changes to our daily meals, we can nourish our bodies ...

Here's a guide to smart, satiating foods that can help you take control of your appetite. Vegetables like broccoli, carrots, ...

Genome-edited strains can improve yield with less inputs. But they should be used for pulses and oilseeds, instead of ...

India’s seed industry is seeing a gradual shift as private players expand their footprint, particularly in high-value crops.

Soybean cultivation in Maharashtra is expected to decrease by two lakh hectares this year due to low returns and policy ...

Maharashtra anticipates a decrease in soybean cultivation by two lakh hectares. Farmers are discouraged by last year's low returns and government policies. Other crops may become more appealing. The ...

When it comes to heart health, the power of nutrition cannot be overstated. What we eat daily plays a crucial role in ...