Affan Yesvi

If wild animals in captivity can be infected by the Coronavirus, there are concerns about the risk to nearly 130 crores of domesticated livestock and poultry in the country.

Himachal Pradesh is staring at an acute water crisis, with the state recording 99 per cent less than normal rainfall in some months.

Almond and apple farmers have approached wildlife experts to seek a solution to the porcupine mayhem and have been advised fencing.

Kashmiri farmers say the GI tag will establish the exclusivity of their products and establish their correct value in the international market.

Appropriate branding and marketing of fruit crops and establishment of market linkages for exotic and non-seasonal vegetables and flowers in different metro cities of India will ensure a wider reach for the horticultural produce from Kashmir.

The government must realise the high international value of walnuts from Jammu and Kashmir, and provide the required infrastructure support.

While FSSAI permits some amount of sugar mixing, traceability is the only answer for consumers who insist on procuring real and natural honey.

It is a matter of concern that till now, the Punjab government has not taken any concrete steps to stop the inflow of paddy from other states.

it is a matter of concern that the prized Kashmiri honey is losing its sheen with the waning interest of the local apiarists or bee farmers.

The microbial spray is an effective long-term solution to stubble burning and the pollution problem, that is economically viable for farmers as well.