It is used for transplanting paddy seedling into main field. It is two type, riding type and walking type. Riding type is power driven. It can transp...
Rice and edible oil prices in India have fallen ahead of the festive season. Retail prices of common rice varieties like miniket, swarna, and sona masoori have dropped, with Gobindobhog falling from Rs 220 to Rs 160 per kg. Edible oils, including mustard, soybean, sunflower, and palm oil, are cheaper due to ample supply and weak international prices.
India's agriculture sector has achieved a remarkable 3.7% growth in the first quarter of 2025-26, the highest globally, according to Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. This rebound from last year's 1.5% growth underscores the success of farmer-friendly policies. Chouhan emphasized collaborative efforts under the 'One Nation, One Agriculture and One Team' initiative and warned against spurious inputs.