#agriculture
Mizoram Pushes for Self-Reliance with New Governance and Economic Reforms
CM Lalduhoma detailed plans for a self-reliant Mizoram, highlighting the Bana Kaih scheme, major agricultural investments, and new healthcare funding.
Ethan Ralte • 15 Aug 2026
Morigaon Officials Train to Expand Agriculture Infrastructure Fund Access
Officials in Morigaon, Assam, underwent training on August 14 to help farmers and entrepreneurs secure funding from the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund.
Bibar Daimary • 14 Aug 2026
Thchutho Cooperative Opens New Food Processing Plant in Wokha
The Thchutho Cooperative FPO launched a food processing unit in Wokha Town to boost local value and reduce post-harvest crop losses.
Kiyeto Swu • 13 Aug 2026
Centre Sets Tripura Agarwood Export Quotas to Boost Rural Economy
The Centre has set new agarwood export quotas and digital tracking for Tripura to streamline trade and support rural farmers across the Northeast.
Nihar Jamatia • 13 Aug 2026
Morigaon District Hosts Mera Resham Mera Abhimaan 2.0 Silk Workshops
Officials held eight days of training sessions across Morigaon to modernize local silk farming through the MRMA 2.0 sericulture initiative.
Bibar Daimary • 13 Aug 2026
Assam Experts Eye Moringa and Wild Okra for Market Growth
Professor Chiranjeeb Bezbaruah says moringa, Indian pennywort, and wild okra could boost farm incomes and rural economies in Assam through new products.
Timungpi Terang • 12 Aug 2026
Missa Juri Floods Submerge Hundreds of Acres in Kaliabor
Rising Missa Juri waters have flooded hundreds of bighas of paddy in Kaliabor, threatening the livelihoods of 200 local farmers after a week of submersion.
Timungpi Terang • 12 Aug 2026
Nagaland University Hosts Global AI and Sustainability Summit
Nagaland University wrapped up a two-day international seminar exploring how artificial intelligence can drive agricultural and environmental sustainability.
Naro Jamir • 12 Aug 2026
Old Changsu Farmers Demand Aid After Elephant Raids Destroy Crops
Old Changsu villagers seek government aid after wild elephants destroyed their paddy fields, leaving farming families struggling to survive.
Kiyeto Swu • 11 Aug 2026
Manipur Farmers Demand Millions in Unpaid Conflict Compensation
Over 10,000 Manipur farmers are still waiting for government compensation after conflict stalled agriculture across thousands of hectares of paddy fields.
Sanajaoba Chongtham • 11 Aug 2026
NRAA Chief Reviews Assam Wild Rice Conservation Site
NRAA head Chandra Shekhar Kumar visited ICAR-NBPGR to inspect a vital wild rice conservation project currently underway in Assam's Sonitpur district.
Timungpi Terang • 11 Aug 2026
North Garo Hills banana farmers ship first bulk load to Patna
Thirty-five North Garo Hills farmers shipped 15 tonnes of bananas to Patna, testing a new model to boost bargaining power and end local distress sales.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Experts Map Out Plan to Shield Nagaland Crops from El Nino
Agricultural scientists and Nagaland officials met on August 7 to launch climate-resilient farming strategies against El Nino threats.
Kiyeto Swu • 10 Aug 2026
Nagaland University Hosts International AI and Ecology Seminar
Nagaland University launched a two-day international seminar exploring how artificial intelligence can improve agriculture and environmental sustainability.
Kiyeto Swu • 10 Aug 2026
Centre Promises Funds to Save Manipur's Rare Ponies
The Centre pledged support to protect the endangered Manipuri Pony following concerns over declining numbers and illegal slaughter in the state.
Ratan Singh • 10 Aug 2026
Forest goods drive income and food security in India's Northeast
Nagaland University research reveals how non-timber forest products support rural livelihoods and food security across Nagaland and Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 10 Aug 2026
Tripura Hits Export Milestone as Organic Honey Hits Global Markets
Tripura marked its first international honey export, highlighting a major shift toward organic farming with 47,000 farmers driving the state's economy.
Nihar Jamatia • 10 Aug 2026
Namtiram farmers demand dam repairs after flash floods ruin irrigation
Namtiram farmers are pleading for government aid to restore a destroyed dam and canal system after heavy floods ruined their paddy fields this July.
Ranjana Devi • 10 Aug 2026
Shillong Farmers Market Draws Crowds and Boosts Local Produce
The eighth edition of Shillong's monthly Farmers' Market attracted nearly 1,000 visitors, cementing its role as a key hub for local organic growers.
Walrik Marak • 10 Aug 2026
Diju River floods submerge homes and farms in Assam
The Diju River has overflowed in Kaliabor, Assam, destroying crops, submerging homes, and cutting off key roads as floodwaters continue to rise.
Timungpi Terang • 9 Aug 2026
