New feed ingredients futures trading in NCDEX portfolio
The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Ltd. (NCDEX) recently announced the commencement of trading in rapeseed mustard oilcake futures. The introduction of this contract,...
Poultry sector felt isolated from government support, seeks loan recast and interest relief
Left out of the government's Rs 20-lakh-crore package, the poultry industry has sought immediate succour in terms of restructuring of loans and 100% interest...
The Netherlands contributes to sustainable soya production in countries of origin
The Dutch animal feed sector has switched to using only certified soya in animal feed, part of which is RTRS-certified. Wageningen Economic Research was...
Government plans for increased fish exports by 2024-25.
Speaking at the World Fisheries Day celebration, Rupala said states need to be inspired by each other and explore options to grow in marine...
Fishmeal and fish oil alternatives are only partial solutions
Although the range of “sustainable” alternatives to fishmeal and fish oil is increasing, these are only “partial solutions”, said Anton Immink, aquaculture director of...
Indian soymeal demand in international market
Indian soya bean meal exports have touched around 6-7 lakh tonne until December 2020 and is likely to cross around 12-14 lakh tonne in...
New cattle feed plant by Amul in WB
The Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Limited (KDCMPUL) popularly known as Amul Dairy has started its first cattle feed plant outside Gujarat.
The milk...
Fodder shortage in North India: Another issue for dairy farmers
Wheat straw is being sold at Rs 1100-1700per quintal; it was being sold at Rs 400-600 per quintal last year.
Farmers across north Indian states...
Scenario of Poultry farming in China after African Swine Fever
Former pig farmers, whose herds were devastated by African swine fever, are now raising chickens
Pork production has plummeted and prices last month jumped by...
Joint efforts of farmers and private investors can change the fate of Indian Agriculture...
While farmers in the north agitating against three agri reform Bills apprehend that private players would exploit them and dominate the sector, the poultry...
