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Understanding Commodity Price Volatility and What It Means for Farmers and Consumers If you have ever wondered about the reason for a considerable rise in the price of onions, or why a bag of rice seems more expensive this year than last year’s cost, commodity price volatility is generally the answer. It sounds like a […]

The whole world is recalling the way of enjoying meals. Processed fast foods are giving way to thoughtful decisions, and the tradition of cuisine of yesteryears is making a gigantic comeback to the contemporary plate. Pulses and whole grains are at the center here, being consumed not just for their flavour but for their tested-and-proven […]

The reality of present-day agriculture is still undecided as to which way to go. One way is to completely depend on synthetic fertilizers and chemicals, which would mean the risks of soil degradation, environmental damage, and a decline in yield over the long term. The other way is a more balanced manner: making use of […]

Sustainable Crop Protection with Integrated Crop Management “If the farmer is happy, the country is happy” – such wise words hold for our farm system. But the largest problem for farmers these days is crop loss to pests and diseases. Pests damage up to 40% of global crops every year, according to FAO statistics. Historically, […]

The Role of Soil Health Management in Long-Term Plantation Productivity Take a stroll down a plantation, perhaps tea on hill mists, coffee under sprawling covers, or rubber under infinite fields, and you would see something consistent in the backdrop of all these: the soil. Perhaps leaves, fruits, and harvests are in sight, but it is […]

Adapting to Changing Weather Conditions with Climate Smart Agriculture Globally, the weather has become more unpredictable. Longer heatwaves, sudden rains, floods, and droughts are all becoming common features now. This climatic unpredictability translates into uncertain harvests, livelihoods, and risks for farmers. Based on research, the worldwide average yields of six staple crops, which comprise wheat, […]