Knowledge Corner

Pest Surveillance in Indian Agriculture: Moving from Late Response to Early Preparedness

Regular pest surveillance and early detection help farmers prevent crop losses, reduce costs, and protect yields through timely action....

Counterfeit Inputs and Farmer Confidence: Why Awareness, Traceability, and Authorized Channels Matter

Counterfeit farm inputs silently harm crops and incomes. Buying genuine products from authorized dealers protects farmers and builds trust....

Dealer-Distributors as Farmer Educators: Strengthening Last-Mile Advisory

Dealers educate farmers with practical advice, genuine products, and local guidance, improving yields, trust, and farm incomes....

From Manufacturing to Farm: Building Trust Through Quality-Assured Agri-Inputs

Quality agri-inputs, authorized sellers, traceability and compliance protect farmers, boost yields and build trust....

Agrochemical Safety and Farmer Health: Best Practices and Field Advisory

Agrochemical safety saves lives and boosts yields. Proper PPE, safe handling, IPM, and farmer training reduce risks while improving productivity....

Farmer-Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Shared Access to Crop Protection Technologies

FPOs empower farmers through collective buying, modern technology, lower costs, and climate-resilient farming for higher incomes....

Role of Agrochemicals in Enhancing Post-Harvest Quality and Reducing Losses

Agrochemicals reduce India’s 20–40% post-harvest losses, preserving quality, boosting farmer incomes, and strengthening food security....

Soil Health and Agrochemical Integration: Nutrient Management for Sustainable Productivity

Integrated Nutrient Management restores soil health, boosts yields, cuts costs, and ensures sustainable farming in India....

Integrated Weed and Pest Management (IWPM): Combining Agrochemicals with Cultural Methods

IWPM helps Indian farmers cut weeds and pests sustainably using smart chemicals, cultural practices, and monitoring....

Crop Insurance and Scientific Input Use: Reducing Risk Through Better Farm Practices

PMFBY plus precision farming helps Indian farmers cut climate risks, boost yields and secure faster insurance claims....

Bio-Based Crop Protection: Science, Adoption Barriers, and Future Prospects

India’s bio-based crop protection uses microbes and plant extracts to reduce chemicals and support sustainable farming....

Agrochemicals and Climate Resilience: Tools and Strategies for Changing Weather Patterns

Smart agrochemicals and precision tech help climate-proof India’s rainfed farms, boosting yields with less chemical use....

Boosting Domestic Agrochemical Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges

India’s agrochemicals can grow through parks and R&D, but import dependence, red tape, and green costs remain hurdles....

India’s Agrochemical Policy 2026: Key Reforms, Industry Expectations, and Farmer Impact

India’s 2026 agro reforms boost self-reliance, cut input costs, spur innovation and digital farming, aiding farmers and exports....

Balancing Yield, Cost, and Safety: What Responsible Input Use Means for Small Farmers

Responsible input use enables smallholder farmers in India, typically operating on holdings under 2 hectares, to achieve optimal crop yields, minimise expenditure through reduced wastage, an...