In this issue

The monsoon rains, vital for Asia’s third largest economy, hit the southern state
of Kerala at the end of May. This is set to brighten the outlook for agricultural and
economic output in the state. Indian monsoons, in general, got off to a pretty good
start across much of southern India. However, we see a change in the situation
because of climate change.

Monsoon delivers about 70 percent of India’s annual rainfall and is the lifeblood of its $2.5 trillion economy, spurring farm output and boosting spending on items ranging from gold to tractors and refrigerators.

Paddy In Punjab & Sugarcane In Maharashtra Are Emptying Irrigation Resources

Paddy In Punjab & Sugarcane In Maharashtra Are Emptying Irrigation Resources

1 min

Monsoon-Proofing Indian Agriculture: Pipe Dream Or Possible?

Relieving Indian agriculture from the perils of drought or monsoon failures; strengthening livelihoods of millions of farmers and rural Indians…

5 mins

“The Green Journey Of Rhea Singhal”

Rhea Singhal is India’s leading green crusader who started Ecoware, which is solving India’s problem of waste management, by providing 100 % natural, biodegradable, and compostable products. Ecoware is made from the waste of common agricultural crops that would otherwise be burnt in the open to clear farmland. Once Ecoware products come in contact with soil, they compost within 90 days and are certified by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture).

5 mins

Biological Alternatives To Chemical Pesticides

In order to fulfill the food demand of growing population, higher and advanced productive agricultural materials are required…

4 mins

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Business Of Agriculture Magazine Description:

Agriculture contributes a substantial chunk to the GDP of India, yet there is no magazine dedicated to business of agriculture in India.

We, Business of Agriculture magazine, fulfill the existing gap by providing a platform for discourse on all aspects of agri-business. The Business of agriculture – inputs, produce and post harvest – will form the core of the magazine. The magazine will focus on the state of agriculture business, industry trends, business climate as well as highlight issues effecting the sector and the way forward.

Besides, the news and the views of the sector interviews with leading business honchos will find their way to the magazine.

The magazine will be read by business leaders, policy makers both at Centre and State Government level, financial institutions, social entrepreneurs amongst others.