#agriculture
Assam Legislators Push for Arecanut Board and Healthcare Reforms
Assam lawmakers debated critical state issues, ranging from arecanut industry support to healthcare and infrastructure upgrades, during the Budget Session.
Bibar Daimary • 27 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Launches Mission Golden Spice to Boost Lakadong Turmeric Exports
Meghalaya is investing Rs 175 crore in a five-year mission to transform its Lakadong turmeric industry and boost income for 17,500 farming households.
NEWire Desk • 27 Jul 2026
ICAR Official Inspects Agricultural Research Sites in Meghalaya
ICAR Secretary Gyanendra Dev Tripathi toured research and academic sites in Umiam and Kyrdemkulai to boost regional agricultural technology and education.
Walrik Marak • 27 Jul 2026
Buyer-Seller Meet Wraps Up in Shillong to Boost Northeast Agriculture
The National Buyer-Seller Meet in Shillong concluded Saturday, aiming to link local agricultural producers with new markets and boost regional trade.
NEWire Desk • 27 Jul 2026
Jalukie Veterinary College Hosts Career Seminar on Biotech Trends
The College of Veterinary Science in Jalukie held a career seminar on biotechnology, urging students to pursue entrepreneurship over government work.
Naro Jamir • 26 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Issues Monsoon Health Warning Over Wild Mushrooms
Meghalaya officials warned residents to avoid wild mushrooms and protect water sources from chemical runoff during the monsoon season.
NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026
Lyngdoh Targets KHADC Oversight in Cabbage Price Crisis
Ampareen Lyngdoh demands accountability from the KHADC as cabbage farmers give away crops for free due to plummeting market prices in Shillong.
Walrik Marak • 26 Jul 2026
Angetyongpang Constituency Rolls Out Livestock Insurance Scheme
Nagaland officials launched a livestock insurance program in Mongsenyimti, with the local advisor sponsoring the first round of premiums for farmers.
Kiyeto Swu • 26 Jul 2026
Assam Chief Minister Launches Major Agricultural Infrastructure Fund Workshop
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated an AIF workshop in Guwahati, sanctioning Rs 1,181 crore in loans to boost local agricultural infrastructure.
Timungpi Terang • 25 Jul 2026
Shamator Farmers Receive New Agricultural Machinery
Shamator officials distributed farm machinery on July 24 to boost productivity and encourage younger generations to pursue sustainable local agriculture.
Naro Jamir • 25 Jul 2026
Chümoukedima Officials Push New Silk Production Strategy
Local officials and scientists met in Chümoukedima to plan a rollout of the MRMA 2.0 program, aiming to boost silk production and support area farmers.
Kiyeto Swu • 25 Jul 2026
Mawryngkneng MLA Demands State Price Protection for Meghalaya Farmers
MLA Heavingstone Kharpran urged Meghalaya to provide Rs 4,000 in additional aid to farmers to combat severe price crashes and mounting financial debt.
Walrik Marak • 24 Jul 2026
UDP Urges Action as Meghalaya Farmers Face Market Price Collapse
Titosstarwell Chyne wants the state to enforce the 2020 Agri Marketing Act to stop farmers from dumping unsold crops due to crashing vegetable prices.
NEWire Desk • 24 Jul 2026
Assam CM Sarma to Kick Off Agriculture Infrastructure Workshop
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will open an agriculture infrastructure workshop in Guwahati on July 25 to boost state farming investment.
Bibar Daimary • 24 Jul 2026
Tripura Deploys 50 Mini Mobile Veterinary Units for Rural Care
Tripura launched 50 mobile vet units to bring emergency care to farms. The project aims to boost livestock health and farmer income across the state.
Ayan Debbarma • 24 Jul 2026
Sikkim Graduate Trades Office Job for Dairy Farm Success
Dipesh Khatiwada, a Master's graduate, traded a corporate career to run a successful dairy farm in West Sikkim, producing 120 litres of milk daily.
Riya Lepcha • 24 Jul 2026
Assam-Meghalaya Farmers Face Low Pineapple Profits Despite Bumper Harvests
Gamairimura pineapple farmers report poor earnings despite high yields. They are calling for better prices and improved government infrastructure support.
Bibar Daimary • 24 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Pineapples Hit Bengaluru Through Swiggy Instamart
Meghalaya pineapples are now available on Swiggy Instamart in Bengaluru, connecting Jirang organic farmers directly to urban consumers for better prices.
Walrik Marak • 24 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Pineapples Hit Bengaluru Shelves via Swiggy
Meghalaya's premium pineapples are now for sale on Swiggy Instamart in Bengaluru, connecting Jirang farmers directly to urban buyers.
Walrik Marak • 24 Jul 2026
Nagaland University Launches Agricultural Internships in Japan
Nagaland University signed agreements with two Japanese farms, sending students abroad for 12-month agricultural internships and hands-on training.
Kiyeto Swu • 23 Jul 2026
