#agriculture

Invasive Parthenium Weed Threatens Crops and Health in Assam

Toxic Parthenium weed is rapidly spreading across Assam's Kaliabor, endangering local crops, livestock, and public health through skin and respiratory issues.

Timungpi Terang • 28 Aug 2026

Hills Farmers Union Demands Compensation for Pig Deaths

The HFU is demanding government compensation for South West Khasi Hills farmers after African Swine Fever wiped out livestock over the last three months.

NEWire Desk • 28 Aug 2026

Tawang Farmers Trial High-Yielding Millet Varieties

Experts from ICAR-VPKAS and KVK Tawang introduced new finger millet tech and gear to local farmers across the district from August 17 to 26.

Tani M • 27 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Chief Minister Targets Phase-Out of Chemical Fertilisers

Meghalaya is moving toward full organic farming as the state government works to phase out chemical fertilisers and stabilize volatile crop prices.

Walrik Marak • 27 Aug 2026

Assam Targets Rs 7,000 Crore Irrigation Boost to Expand Farmland

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika announced a massive Rs 7,000 crore irrigation push to expand crop coverage and modernize state agricultural infrastructure.

Bibar Daimary • 27 Aug 2026

Experts Train Farmers on Silkworm Hygiene at Razaphe

Officials taught disinfection techniques at Razaphe Village to boost silkworm production and disease prevention during the MRMA 2.0 campaign.

Kiyeto Swu • 27 Aug 2026

Kezoma Hosts Second Annual Millet Festival as Crop Gains Ground

Kezoma village hosted its second Millet Festival on August 26, promoting climate-resilient crops to boost local farmer income and food security.

Naro Jamir • 27 Aug 2026

India officially recognizes Nagaland's Large Black pig breed

India has officially registered the Nagaland Large Black pig as a distinct indigenous breed, highlighting its size, hardiness, and cultural value.

Naro Jamir • 27 Aug 2026

Nagaland Farmers Train in Sustainable Sesame Production

Experts trained 24 farmers in Dhansiripar on boosting sesame yields through integrated crop management and organic pest control techniques.

Naro Jamir • 26 Aug 2026

Centre Earmarks Rs 5,000 Crore for Assam Flood Housing

The Centre approved a Rs 5,000 crore housing package for flood-hit Assam, including 3.8 lakh homes and nearly Rs 1,000 crore in agricultural aid.

NEWire Desk • 26 Aug 2026

Assam Boosts Agarwood Industry With New Export Quota

Assam is cutting red tape for agarwood farmers and clearing the path for legal exports after securing a new quota for the high-value product.

Timungpi Terang • 26 Aug 2026

Nagaland Farmers Boost Incomes Through Millet Revival

The 2nd Millet Festival in Kezoma village highlights how millet cultivation is reviving local economies and offering resilience against climate shifts.

Naro Jamir • 26 Aug 2026

Assam Opens First Government-Backed Agarwood Inoculation Center

Assam has opened a specialized center in Titabar to train farmers on artificial agarwood inoculation, aiming to boost global market production quality.

Bibar Daimary • 26 Aug 2026

Assam Launches Task Force to Clean Up Illegal Agarwood Trade

Assam officials formed a task force to regulate the agarwood industry and fix export gaps after reports of illegal trade practices and exploitation.

Timungpi Terang • 26 Aug 2026

Kalyanpur Farmers Boost Profits with Dhruva 81 Bitter Gourd

Kalyanpur farmers report rising incomes and strong yields from the new Dhruva 81 bitter gourd variety as market demand drives prices up to 100 rupees.

Nihar Jamatia • 26 Aug 2026