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HP to not release advance estimate of apple boxes this season: Negi

Himachal to not release advance estimate of apple boxes this season: Cabinet Minister Negi

June 13, 2025 1:56 pm

The Himachal Pradesh government will not release the advance estimates of apple boxes this year as such projections "often distort market dynamics and result in financial losses for orchardists,” Cabinet Minister Jagat Singh Negi said Thursday.

Maharashtra: Over 29k hectares crop area hit by pre-monsoon rains

May 23, 2025 11:41 pm

Due to the development of a low pressure over the Arabian Sea, Maharashtra has been reporting incessant rains over the last 72-48 hours

Indo-Israel Centres of Excellence drive horticultural boom in Haryana; productivity rises by 37% since 2010

April 18, 2025 12:52 pm

Officials consider the growth in horticultural production significant, keeping in view Haryana’s proximity to Delhi, which also offers excellent marketing channels for the state’s produce.

Govt set to expand horticulture mission with hydroponics, aquaponics and more to boost modern farming techniques

October 29, 2024 10:02 am

The Union Government has reportedly decided to include four new components – Hydroponics, Aquaponics, Vertical Farming, and Precision Agriculture – under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture

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Govt approves Rs 1,766-crore ‘Clean Plant Programme’ to boost horticulture sector

August 10, 2024 4:05 am

Briefing on the Cabinet decisions, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that nine institutions will be developed as clean plant centres, along with 75 nurseries for planting materials.

Punjab: Rs 4.07 crore sanctioned to promote horticulture in Sangrur, Malerkotla districts

May 09, 2023 5:06 pm

Additional deputy commissioner (development) Varjeet Walia, during a meeting of the District Management Mission Committee, said farmers will be encouraged to plant trees through financial assistance under the National Horticulture Mission Scheme.

Budget 2023 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Today

Budget 2023: Horticulture industry hails Rs 2,200-cr fund for disease-free planting material

February 02, 2023 6:41 am

The inadequate availability of quality planting material is one of the reasons for the low productivity of horticulture crops in India.

Punjab to set up Indo-Israel villages of excellence for vegetables

January 25, 2023 2:57 am

The main purpose is to bring maximum land under protected vegetable cultivation in the form of polyhouse, and tunnel farming which will pave the way for diversification of crops and also help farmers to earn good profit in less time.

It’s time to slow down and appreciate nature’s tiny marvels

August 05, 2022 4:59 pm

Andrew J. Brand's current mandate as director of horticulture for Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, in Boothbay, is to make certain that big-picture scenes grab us, too.

Tripura launches integrated pack house for grading and packing of horti products, eyes to boost exports

June 29, 2022 2:52 pm

The state has already exported queen pineapples, lemons and jackfruits to West Asia, Germany, Europe and South East Asia countries such as Bangladesh apart from exporting to different states in India.

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Airports Authority of India organizes Cycle Expedition for Green and Clean India

February 15, 2016 4:32 pm

New Delhi, Feb 15 (ANI): Air pollution and green house gas emissions are posing severe challenges to our health. Sensitizing people on issues relating to pollution, Airports Authority of India organized the All India Relay Cycle Expedition 2015-16 with green India and clean India messages. The aim of the cycle relay was to spread awareness on pollution control and promote cycling as a healthy practice. The expedition was flagged off by senior officials of Airports Authority of India from Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan in New Delhi. Seventy-five cyclists will cover more than 1,600 kilometers, touching over 20 cities spread over 5 states in a span of 23 days. The 5-leg expedition will cover Gwalior, Kota, Udaipur, Jaipur and will return to New Delhi on 9th March. Cycling is one of the most sustainable and environment-friendly transportation modes and the Airports Authority of India is initiating a green campaign in this direction for its own staff. Apart from promoting healthy and environment friendly habits, Airports Authority of India also undertakes several sports related initiatives and organizes sports activities throughout the country. As part of the green initiative, Airports Authority of India has also installed solar lighting in new terminals, water harvesting and the sewage water is being used for horticulture.