Government Revises Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) Guidelines
The government has revamped the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), a component of the PM-AASHA scheme, to provide stronger support to farmers facing price volatility for perishable agricultural and horticultural commodities.
Government Intervenes to Stabilize Tomato Prices, Transports Surplus to Consuming States
Faced with a sharp decline in tomato prices in major producing states like Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, the Indian government has activated the transportation component of its Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). This intervention aims to support farmers by facilitating the movement of surplus tomatoes to consuming states where prices are higher.
New software for enhancing finance for farmers
Computerization of PACS project aims to provide a comprehensive ERP solution for entailing more than 25 economic activities prescribed under the Model Bye-Laws for PACS covering various modules such as financial services for short, medium & long term loans, procurement operations, Public Distribution Shops (PDS) operations, business planning, warehousing, merchandising, borrowings, asset management, human resource management, etc.
Market Intervention Scheme: New government guidelines
Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) is implemented on the request of State/UT Government for procurement of various perishable agricultural/horticultural commodities such as tomato, onion and potato etc. for which Minimum Support Price (MSP) is not applicable and there is a reduction of at least 10% in the market prices in the States/UTs as compared to the rates of the previous normal season, so that farmers are not forced to sell their produce under distress.
Government measures for welfare of farmers and progress in agriculture
To help farmers in building resilience against extreme weather events and ensure long-term agricultural sustainability in the country, the Government of India implements National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA), which is one of the Missions within the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). NMSA has three major components i.e. Rainfed Area Development (RAD); On Farm Water Management (OFWM); and Soil Health Management (SHM).
Government Promotes Nano Fertilizer Use Among Farmers
The Indian government is promoting the use of nano fertilizers among farmers through a variety of initiatives. These efforts aim to increase awareness, demonstrate the benefits of nano fertilizers, and facilitate their adoption.
Good news for farmers & traders: digital trading for new agricultural products
This initiative aims to increase the coverage of agricultural commodities and offer more opportunities for farmers and traders to benefit from the digital trading platform, Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (DMI) has formulated tradable parameters for 10 additional agricultural commodities.
Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)
With the approval of the Union Cabinet, three new national-level cooperative societies have been set up: National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL), and Bharatiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited (BBSSL). These initiatives aim to uplift cooperatives by fostering a global reach, promoting organic farming, and enhancing seed production—all crucial elements for a thriving agricultural sector.
Quarantine Regulations For Apple Imports From Brazil
The Indian government has amended its Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003, with a third amendment specifically addressing apple imports from Brazil. This update introduces stricter phytosanitary requirements to prevent the introduction of harmful pests and diseases. This notification was issued on January 30, 2025.
Updated Quarantine Regulations For Dried Plum & Birch, Walnut and Cherry Wood
The Indian government has amended its Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003, with two separate amendments published in the Official Gazette. These changes introduce new regulations for the import of dried plums from France and wood from Canada.
