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Opposition criticizes India-US trade deal amid Trump tariffs
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Congress and AAP leaders have criticized the recent India-US interim trade deal, claiming it burdens Indian exporters with high tariffs amid US President Trump's policies. Farmers' unions in Uttar Pradesh are also raising concerns about its impact on agriculture.
Cotton cultivation in Haryana has declined sharply due to persistent pink bollworm attacks, inflicting heavy losses on farmers. Yields have fallen to less than half of previous levels, driving many to switch to water-intensive paddy. Government incentives have so far failed to halt the shift.
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) is rolling out a P5,000 subsidy to 9,570 farmers relying on mechanized equipment to cushion surging fuel prices. The P50-million sub-allotment was released after global oil prices surpassed $80 per barrel amid Middle East tensions.
At a national conference in Rajasthan, experts called for fair and inclusive markets to bolster small farmers' security and local food systems. The event highlighted ecological farming and policy needs amid climate challenges. Discussions involved stakeholders from eight states, focusing on resilient value chains.
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A pilot project in Bethulie, Free State, is helping smallholder livestock farmers adopt traceability technology amid South Africa's red meat export challenges from foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks.