New Agricultural Produce Regulation in Punjab
The Government of Punjab announced a significant regulatory measure concerning the purchase, sale, storage, and processing of various agricultural products in the state.
New DUS Test Fees and Time Limits Announced for Plant Variety Protection
The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPV&FRA) has made updates regarding DUS (Distinctiveness, Uniformity and Stability) testing fees and registration time limits for certain crop species.
Government Approves Nutrient Based Subsidy Rates for Rabi Season 2024
The approved NBS rates for Rabi 2024 (October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025) will be implemented to ensure smooth availability of fertilizers to farmers. Fertilizer companies will receive the subsidy based on the approved rates.
Govt Of Kerala Released The CPI Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Industrial Workers – July 2024
The Government of Kerala, The Department of Economics and Statistics issued a notification notifying the Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Industrial Workers for the month of July 2024.
Government Removes Export Restrictions on Onions And Extends Import Period for Yellow Peas
The Central Government has announced changes to the export policies for onions and import policies for yellow peas. These policy changes aim to facilitate trade and ensure adequate supply of these commodities in the domestic market.
Plant Quarantine Requirements For Import Of Citruses, Berries and Stone Fruits
This Order has introduced revised the additional declarations required to be incorporated into Phytosanitary Certificate and Special conditions of import of fruits for consumption from Australia. These fruits include Lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, mandarins, etc. and other Rutaceous, Blue berry and Cranberry and Stone fruits.
Centre Revises Wheat Stock Limit
As part of its ongoing efforts to moderate wheat prices, the central government has announced revisions to the existing stock limits for various entities. All entities storing wheat are mandated to register on the dedicated wheat stock limit portal and update their stock positions every Friday. Failure to register or exceeding the prescribed stock limits will result in punitive action under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. Entities exceeding the new limits have 15 days to comply.
Puducherry’s New Minimum Wage Notification: What You Need to Know
On September 2, 2024, the Government of Puducherry issued a significant notification concerning the revision of minimum wage rates for employees across various occupations in the Union Territory.
New Goa Preservation of Trees (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2024
Goa Preservation of Trees (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2024 introduces adjustments to the fees and security deposits associated with tree felling and replantation
New Inaugural Stakeholder Consultation on Kharif 2024 Pulses Production
The primary goal of this consultation was to integrate valuable stakeholder insights into the formulation of the Kharif 2024 production estimates. By incorporating ground-level data and expert assessments, the Ministry aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of these forecasts
