India’s ambitious stride towards incorporating 20% ethanol blending by 2025 represents a pivotal shift in its energy and agricultural sectors. This initiative is not merely a policy measure but a strategic move to address the multifarious challenges of climate change, international trade pressures, and the agricultural economy’s sustainability. Ethanol, primarily derived from agricultural feedstocks, stands […]
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Optimizing Agricultural Funding: A Strategic Vision by Shiva Consultancy Group
In recent years, the agricultural sector has seen unprecedented financial backing from the Government of India, a testament to its commitment to farmer welfare and sectoral development. Despite these efforts, a consistent pattern of underutilization of allocated budgets has emerged, with a total of Rs. 27,911.22 crore remaining unspent from 2019-20 to 2022-23. This gap […]
Shiva Consultancy Group: Championing Agri-Startups for a Sustainable Future
In the rapidly evolving landscape of agriculture, the role of innovation and entrepreneurship cannot be overstated. Recognizing this, the Government of India, under the visionary leadership of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare (DA&FW), has launched a robust initiative to nurture the agri-startup ecosystem. The “Innovation and Agri-Entrepreneurship Development” program, part of the Rashtriya […]
Wheat Sowing Surges: Insights for Agribusiness Professionals
Authored by Rakesh Jha, Co-Founder, Shiva Consultancy Group Overview of Rabi Crop Sowing in India (2023-24) The recent data released by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, as of 19th January 2024, reveals significant trends in the area of sowing for various rabi crops in India. This data is pivotal for agribusiness professionals, providing […]