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UP Agriculture: Overview and Developments

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  Uttar Pradesh (UP), India’s most populous state with 238.9 million people, relies heavily on agriculture, which contributes 25% to its gross domestic product (GDP) and employs 47% of its population. The state’s fertile Indo-Gangetic plains make it a cornerstone of India’s food security, producing 17.83% of the nation’s food grains. In 2025, UP continues to lead in agricultural output while addressing challenges like small landholdings, low farmer incomes, and technological adoption through government initiatives, private partnerships, and events like AgroTech 2025. This article provides an overview of UP agricultural landscape, key crops, challenges, and recent developments as of May 2025. Agricultural Significance in Uttar Pradesh Agriculture is the backbone of UP’s economy, supporting 92% of smallholder farmers who depend on horticultural crops for their primary income. The state is the largest producer of food grains in India, with a recorded output of 51,252.7 thousand tonne...
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Prime Minister's Women Empowerment Scheme

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  There isn’t a single scheme explicitly named the " Prime Minister's Women Empowerment Scheme " in India as of May 12, 2025. However, the Indian government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has launched and promoted several initiatives aimed at women’s empowerment, often highlighted as part of a broader vision for "women-led development" to make India a developed nation by 2047. These schemes focus on education, financial independence, health, safety, and economic empowerment. Below is a concise overview of key central government schemes for women’s empowerment in 2025, based on available information. Key Women Empowerment Schemes in 2025 1. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Launched: January 2015 by PM Narendra Modi in Haryana. Objective: Address the declining child sex ratio, promote gender equality, and ensure girls’ education and well-being. Benefits: Focuses on survival, protection, and education of girls through awareness campaigns and welfare services...
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Types of Agriculture Licenses in India for 2025

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  Agriculture is a cornerstone of India’s economy, contributing significantly to GDP and supporting millions of livelihoods. To regulate agricultural activities and ensure quality, safety, and compliance, the government mandates various licenses for businesses involved in trading, manufacturing, or exporting agricultural products. These licenses, issued by central and state authorities, govern activities like selling fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, and food products. In 2025, with digital platforms like e-NAM and initiatives like the PM Vishwakarma Scheme streamlining processes, understanding the types of agriculture licenses is essential for farmers, traders, and entrepreneurs. This article details the key agriculture licenses in India , their purposes, and regulatory frameworks. 1. Fertilizer License Purpose : Required for manufacturing, selling, or distributing chemical or organic fertilizers (e.g., urea, DAP, compost) to ensure quality and compliance with standards. Regulatory ...
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