कृषी वार्ता विभागात वाचा शेतकऱ्यांसाठी महत्त्वाच्या शेतीविषयक ताज्या घडामोडी, सरकारच्या योजना, बाजारभाव, हवामान अंदाज आणि कृषी तंत्रज्ञानाची माहिती.
Krushi Varta brings timely updates for farmers — covering agricultural news, government schemes, market rates, weather forecasts, and farming technology.
Farmers in Gondia are still waiting for compensation for damaged paddy crops caused by unseasonal rains. Despite surveys, assurances, and political visits, the compensation has not reached farmers’ bank accounts, raising serious questions about administrative accountability.
Despite the ambitious ‘Magel Tyala Solar Agricultural Pump’ scheme rollout in Bhandara, 1,503 farmers are still waiting for their solar pumps. While the program has installed pumps for 2,272 farmers under the PM Kusum initiative with generous subsidies, delays in administrative approvals and implementation issues have left many applicants in limbo, even after payment and application. The scheme — designed to ensure reliable daytime irrigation using solar energy — promises to free farmers from unreliable power supplies and nighttime irrigation risks, yet a large group continues to wait for fulfillment.
A three-day Farmer Training Camp was inaugurated in Goregaon Taluka to promote comprehensive development of farmers and livestock owners. Organized by the Animal Husbandry Department of Panchayat Samiti Goregaon, the program focuses on modern animal husbandry practices, dairy business opportunities, animal health management, and sustainable farming methods.
A shocking incident occurred in Jangitola Shivar of Gondia taluka where a tractor carrying dry fodder was completely gutted after coming in contact with hanging live electric wires. Although no casualties were reported, the tractor owner and farmer suffered heavy financial losses.
A major fake seed black market operation has been busted in Bhandara’s Lakhandur region, with the Agriculture Department seizing counterfeit paddy seeds worth ₹2.5 lakh. The accused was caught red-handed packing and selling fake seeds without any legal license, fooling farmers with years-old lab reports. Police have registered multiple cases, and agricultural officials warn farmers to buy only from authorised dealers to avoid future fraud.
Gondia’s farmers are facing a severe crisis as over Rs 419 crore in pending payments for paddy sales have remained unpaid for more than two months. This delay has put the Rabi season in trouble, forcing farmers to borrow from relatives and private lenders to cover basic needs. Despite selling paddy to government procurement centres, the much-needed funds have not arrived, creating economic strain and uncertainty ahead of the next sowing season. Questions also loom over the announcement of the annual bonus for growers.
Over 50,000 farmers in Gondia district are facing severe financial distress as unpaid agricultural loans have crossed ₹409 crore. Crop failures, unpredictable weather, and rising input costs have pushed farmers deeper into debt, raising urgent demands for government intervention and loan relief measures.
More than 150,000 farmers in Gondia district are still waiting for crop compensation months after suffering heavy losses due to excessive rainfall and crop diseases. Despite completed surveys, delayed payments have pushed farmers into financial distress, raising serious concerns over administrative delays.
The affected villagers of the Gosekhurd project have once again taken a firm stand in their Jalsamadhi protest after failing to get a satisfactory resolution from officials and ministers. With 28 unresolved demands, they temporarily postponed their dramatic demonstration — but warn that if tomorrow’s crucial meeting with key ministers does not yield answers, they will resume their protest with full intensity. The situation has created political tension and a heavy police presence near the banks of the Wainganga River, keeping the future of the agitation in suspense.
The 21st installment of the PM Kisan Yojana will be credited to eligible farmers’ bank accounts on 19 November 2025. This announcement brings relief to millions of farmers preparing for the upcoming Rabi season. Verification for beneficiaries is nearly complete, ensuring the installment reaches only fully eligible and KYC-verified farmers.
