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The state’s largest industry can’t ignore global warming — but change can be slow and expensive. Here’s what farmers say is tipping the scales for them.

Governor Nazeer hails Panchagavya as great medicine for improving agricultural yield. He appreciates TTD for promoting natural farming & procuring organic products.

Odisha Cabinet approves Rs. 5700 crore for interest-free crop loans up to Rs. 1 lakh & 2% interest for loans above Rs. 1 lakh-Rs. 3 lakh. 32.43 lakh small & marginal farmers to avail 0% interest rate. Rs. 250 crore allocated for construction of 10,000 VSS buildings in 4 yrs.

Textile mills in Tamil Nadu have called off strike following talks with government on July 21. They demanded support to bring down production cost and the government has said it will consider the industry demands.

Karnataka govt approves ₹ 3 hike in Nandini milk prices; increase to come into effect after State Cabinet clearance. KMF president says decision aimed to strengthen co-op dairy sector, financial benefit to be passed on to milk farmers.

Gov. Gehlot urges fresh agri/horti grads to make India "Vishwa Guru" in 25 yrs. He suggests they become job-givers, not seekers, and use tech to enhance yield/income. Minister Cheluvarayaswamy also calls for making agri commercially successful. 28 students receive gold medals, incl. Kavya M.D. who is preparing for civil services.

Govt. plans new law to regulate private sugar factories in Karnataka. Minister said factories have been operating without permission & cheating cane growers. Govt. to install automatic weighing machines & take stern action against those involved in fraudulent methods. Families from other States depend on cane harvest & get lesser…

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