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Garuda Aerospace soars high with 20 patents, including 6 global patents
India's fastest-growing drone startup, Garuda Aerospace announced that the company has been granted a total of 20 patents.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Servotech bags order for 1100 Grid-Connected Agriculture pumps from UPNEDA
India's top producer of solar solutions and EV chargers, Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd. (formerly Servotech Power Systems Ltd.), has received an order from the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Authority (UPNEDA), which is part of the government of Uttar Pradesh, for about 1100 grid-connected agriculture pumps under the 'KUSUM Component C-1 Scheme.'
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
ICRISAT secures industrial design grant for its 'Solar-Powered Water Hyacinth Harvester'
ICRISAT was granted its first industrial design in India for a Solar-Powered Water Hyacinth Harvester developed by a team of scientists.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Super Crop Safe launches Super Gold WP+ biofertiliser for sustainable farming
Ahmedabad based agrochemical and biotechnology company, Super Crop Safe Ltd announced the launch of Super Gold WP+, a revolutionary bio-fertilizer intended to significantly cut down on chemical fertilisers like urea and DAP while enhancing crop yields.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
H2 Global Energy Consortium to establish 1MMT green ammonia production plant in Jordan
H2 Global Energy, in partnership with a consortium of industry leaders, is gearing up to establish a one-million metric tonne(MMT) green ammonia production plant in Aqaba, Jordan.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Farm Mechanisation Sector Aligns with Sustainabilityfocused Self Reliance
Farm productivity has been adversely hit by a ceaseless migration of rural population to cities for 'better prospects' in the recent past, more so than ever before.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Farmery launches fresh fruits & vegetables range with a focus on Farm-ToFork freshness
Farmery, a leading D2C brand in the farm fresh food industry, is revolutionising how consumers access high-quality farm fresh, pure & natural produce through its farm-to-fork approach.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
UPL, CH4 Global to distribute methanereducing feed supplement for cattle
Agricultural solutions provider UPL Limited has signed a strategic partnership agreement with CH4 Global to distribute a methane-reducing feed supplement for cattle across major livestock markets.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
World Bank approves project worth $325 Mn to boost agriculture in Uttar Pradesh
The Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Growth and Rural Enterprise Ecosystem Strengthening (UP-AGREES) Project, a $325.10 million initiative, has received approval from the World Bank.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
CMFRI transfers insect protein-based fish feed technology to Bhairav Renderers
In a significant step towards fostering sustainable aquaculture, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bhairav Renderers, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, to transfer its technology for producing fish feed using Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL).
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Global Environment Facility approves $68 Mn for agrifood systems solutions
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has helped 22 countries unlock $68 million in financing from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to address biodiversity loss, groundwater management, climate change, land degradation, and pollution.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Moonrider raises Rs 19 Cr in seed round from AdvantEdge Founders, Micelio Technology Fund
Moonrider, an Electric Tractor Technology Company headquartered in Bangalore, has raised a seed round of $2.2 million (Rs 19 crore) co-led by AdvantEdge Founders and Micelio Technology Fund, in addition to a clutch of angel investors.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
ICFA appoints Dr Vibha Dhawan as a Board Member
Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture has announced the appointment of Dr Vibha Dhawan Director General of TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute as a Board Member.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Cabinet approves continuation of PMFBY & RWBCIS till 2025-26
The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and Restructured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) till 202526 with a total budget of Rs 69,515.71 crore.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Sahyadri raises Rs 390 Cr from responsAbility, GEF Capital Partners & existing investors
Sahyadri Farms Post Harvest Care Limited, India's largest fully integrated and tech-enabled horticulture platform, has raised Rs 390 crore from Europe-based PE fund respons Ability, and US-based PE fund GEF Capital Partners, along with participation from all existing investors-FMO, Proparco, Incofin and Korys.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Odisha in collaboration with Palladium inks 11 MoUs at Krushi Odisha 2025
The Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Odisha in collaboration with Palladium Consulting India Pvt Ltd, signed 11 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with private sector exporters at Krushi Odisha 2025 held on January 7 in Bhubaneswar.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
"Ensuring the product meets consumer expectations in terms of strength and usability is critical for wider adoption"
In December 2024, Agrileaf, one of India's leading producers and exporters of areca leaf dinnerware, secured funding of Rs 16 crore from Capital A and Samarsh Capital.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Can Green Power Replace Fossil-fueled Tractors?
JMK Research & Analytics estimated diesel tractors contributed 7.4 per cent of the country's yearly fuel consumption.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Agri Warehousing Industry Targets Operational Efficiency and Rural Empowerment
The agricultural sector in India has long been the backbone of the economy, employing millions and ensuring food security for a growing population.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
Growing Trend of Walnut Exports from India: A Global Perspective
The Indian appetite for walnuts has continued to rise since COVID-19, as the country's rapidly rising population learns about its health benefits.
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AgroSpectrum India Feb 2025
AgroSpectrum
"Arunachal holds tremendous scope for agro-food processing industries, especially in horticulture"
Arunachal Pradesh has an agriculture based economy where more than 70 per cent population is dependent on agriculture for their livelihood. As the state is endowed with enormous natural resources and suitable agro-climatic zones, the sector therefore, continues to be central to all strategies for the state's planned socio-economic development. Gabriel D Wangsu, Minister, Agriculture and Allied Sectors, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, at the recently-held 15th Agrovision 2024, spoke with AgroSpectrum on the various initiatives to boost rapid growth of agriculture sector of the state, aimed at achieving self-reliance, household food security and forging equity in income wealth distribution to rapidly reduce poverty. Edited experts;
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
How Biological Solutions are leading the way in Asia Pacific.
The global agriculture sector is about to enter a new era. The increase in water crises, soil degradation, and pesticide pollution is alarming.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Unlocking full potential Agri-warehousing industry to contribute to agricultural growth
India's agricultural value chain relies heavily on agri-warehousing to bridge the gap between yearround distribution and seasonal crop supply. Through the use of sustainable practices, innovation, and investment encouragement, the agri-warehousing sector may realise its full potential and make a substantial contribution to India's agricultural growth narrative.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Fruit export industry to witness unparalleled expansion with customer-focused mindset
With its extensive fruit production base and improvements in quality control, India is in a strong position to increase its market share internationally. Through the adoption of these trends and the utilisation of its innate advantages, the Indian fruit export industry might potentially achieve unparalleled expansion and make a substantial contribution to the global food chain. 2025 will see a dynamic fruit export business characterised by innovation, sustainability, and a customer-focused mindset.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
The blooming Floriculture business
The floriculture market is growing due to a number of causes, including the development of organised retail and e-commerce platforms nationwide, the increase in government programmes and regulations promoting floriculture, and the ongoing improvements in agricultural methods and technology. In 2024-2032, the Indian floriculture industry is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4 per cent, up from Rs 26,210 crore in 2023, according to IMARC Group.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Agritech driving a resilient and thriving agricultural future
India's agriculture, which is the backbone of the entire economy, is undergoing a major change, which includes the use of advanced technologies.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Agritech poised to redefine agriculture in India
Despite the enormous potential of the agritech industry, issues like lack of knowledge, fragmented land ownership, and digital literacy still exist. But thanks to initiatives and rising smartphone adoption, startups are getting beyond these obstacles to spur innovation and growth. By 2025, Indian agritech companies will have resolved current agricultural problems and established a standard for the global agritech industry.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Building a resilient Edible Oil Seed ecosystem with long-term strategic goals.
India is a major producer of oilseeds, but its average yield is much lower than the global standard. In order to meet its domestic demand, India imports edible oil at a cost of around $16 billion a year. The industry can achieve sustainable growth and adjust to a constantly shifting global environment with careful planning and focused execution.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
High protein to drive Poultry sector growth
Urbanisation, increased wages, and consumer preferences for high-protein diets are all predicted to contribute to the 9 per cent growth in the Indian poultry industry in 2025. A rapidly growing sector of the Indian agricultural economy, the poultry industry provides the nation with affordable, high-quality protein.
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AgroSpectrum India 2025
AgroSpectrum
Innovative production techniques to boost Fisheries productivity
The Indian economy depends heavily on the fishing industry.
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