When it came to agriculture in India, major cities like Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata are far behind.As a result, many farmers in these cities are forced to rely on local
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What is the role of agriculture in our food system?What is the role of agriculture in our food system?
An important question about our food systems has to do with the role that agriculture plays in our economy.If agriculture plays a significant role in our lives, then it is

India to raise farm income tax, tax exemptions as agriculture sector growsIndia to raise farm income tax, tax exemptions as agriculture sector grows
NEW DELHI: The Narendra Modi government has proposed raising the excise duty on fertilisers and pesticides to 15 per cent from the current 12 per cent, and raising the price

Why you need to know about agriculture in the United StatesWhy you need to know about agriculture in the United States
More than a million acres of farmland, some with an estimated value of more than $100 billion, will soon be off limits to commercial agriculture.The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Which is more important for agriculture?Which is more important for agriculture?
The SBA’s agricultural loan program is currently being revamped, and its focus is on helping small farmers through the downturn.But what is the value of a loan for a small