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India to Strengthen Laws Against Fake Pesticides, Seeds and Fertilizers
In a move to safeguard farmer interests and agricultural productivity, the central government is in the process of drafting a new law focused on curbing the spread of counterfeit farm inputs. These include spurious seeds, unapproved pesticides, and adulterated...
Climate-Smart Agriculture: Is India Ready for the Shift?
Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing challenges for Indian agriculture. Unpredictable weather, frequent droughts, floods, and heatwaves are disrupting traditional farming cycles. As a result, the need for climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is not just...
India’s 2025 Insecticide Labelling Update: Key Takeaways for Manufacturers and Farmers
In June 2025, India’s Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare introduced the Insecticides (First Amendment) Rules, 2025. These changes overhaul how insecticides are packaged and labelled, aiming to increase safety, transparency, and traceability across the...
Embracing Natural Farming: A Return to Our Roots
In a world facing soil degradation, rising input costs, and ecological imbalance, natural farming offers a timely and sustainable alternative. Rooted in traditional knowledge and backed by ecological principles, it promotes farming methods that work in harmony with...
Why Livestock Management Needs a Digital Upgrade?
The livestock industry is the backbone of rural economies, food security, and farmer livelihoods. From dairy and poultry to meat and wool, livestock farming feeds millions and drives billions in revenue. But behind the scenes, most farms still rely on outdated...
Unlocking Transparency in Coffee Supply Chains: The Case for Traceability
In the quiet morning hours, a cup of coffee is more than just a ritual—it’s a story. A story of farmers, pickers, processors, traders, roasters, and baristas, all woven together through complex global trade. But how often do we stop and ask: Where did my coffee come...
Can Technology Bring Trust Back to Indian Agriculture?
India’s agriculture sector is the backbone of its economy—feeding over a billion people and employing nearly half the workforce. Yet, for all its importance, the system suffers from a chronic crisis of trust. From fake seeds and fertilizers to hidden supply chains and...
Smart Agri Value Chain: The Future of Agricultural Transformation
In today’s rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making are essential. As climate uncertainty and market complexity increase, agribusinesses need more than traditional practices—they need a Smart Agri Value Chain....
What is EUDR? A Complete Guide to the EU Deforestation Regulation
In a decisive move to fight climate change and protect global forests, the European Union has introduced a groundbreaking regulation: the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). This legislation will change how agri-commodities and forest-based products are traded...
Food Traceability in FMCG: Why It Matters and How Scalion Makes It Smarter
In today’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, trust is everything. With increasing awareness among consumers about what goes into their food, how it’s made, and where it comes from, food traceability has moved from being a regulatory requirement to a brand...
Contract Farming in India: Empowering Farmers and Transforming Agriculture
Contract farming has emerged as a transformative model in India's agricultural landscape, offering a structured approach that bridges the gap between farmers and Agri-Businesses. This system involves agreements where farmers commit to producing specific quantities and...
How GI Tags are Cultivating a Golden Future for Indian Agri-Businesses?
In a world increasingly focused on authenticity and origin, consumers are seeking more than just a product; they're looking for a story, a heritage, and a guarantee of quality rooted in a specific place. This is where Geographical Indication (GI) Tags come into play,...
How Farm Management Software is Revolutionizing Indian Agri-Businesses
For generations, farming in India has been about instinct, tradition, and hard-earned experience. While invaluable, today's dynamic agricultural landscape demands something more: precision, data-driven decisions, and streamlined operations. This is where Farm...
How Anti-Counterfeit Solutions Protect and Grow Agri-Businesses?
For Agri-Businesses, trust is the ultimate harvest. Your reputation is built on the efficacy of your seeds, the purity of your pesticides, the richness of your fertilizers, and the reliability of your machinery. Yet, a pervasive threat lurks in the shadows:...
SATHI : Seed Traceability and Compliance in India
In an era where digital transformation is reshaping agriculture, the Government of India has introduced the SATHI — a centralized digital system for Seed Traceability, Authentication and Holistic Inventory. Developed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare...