Agri Uptodate (Online) Magazine - Volume 1 Issue 9 | September 2026 | Krishisuvidha
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Agri Uptodate (Online) Volume 1, Issue 9

Agri Uptodate (Online) transforms agriculture through knowledge, innovation and sustainability. Read the September 2026 issue on policy, soil, forests and farm finance.

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The complete September 2026 issue as one PDF, with every article, image and the contents page.

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📝 Editor's note

By Dr. Manju Thankur, Editor-in-Chief. Read the editor's note and meet the editorial board.

Dr. Manju Thankur (Editor-in-Chief)Dr. Yachna SoodDr. Vikas Dr. Paras KambojDr. Meera DeviDr. Pardeep Singh

Featured research

Five articles from this issue. Download any one on its own.

⚖️ Policy and markets

From Paddy to Pulses: Is India's MSP Signal Changing?

Adil Khan, Research Intern, V.V. Giri National Labour Institute, Noida

Analysis of MSP trends from 2014-15 to 2026-27, showing faster growth for pulses, oilseeds, and nutri-cereals. Discusses procurement access, production risks, and policy measures for crop diversification.

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🌾 Soil and inputs

Turning Waste into Wealth: Fermented Organic Manure

Malkit Singh, Research Fellow, Department of Soil Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana

Explores anaerobic fermentation and Indigenous Micro-Organisms (IMO) to convert farm waste into nutrient-rich organic manure. Covers preparation methods, large-scale CBG production, and benefits for soil health.

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💰 Farm economics

Financial Literacy Among Indian Farmers

Harsh Saharan, Dr. Aditi Mathur, Pankaj Sharma

Secondary-data analysis of levels, determinants, and consequences of financial literacy. Finds low but improving literacy, shaped by education and income, with impacts on savings, borrowing, and farm efficiency.

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🌳 Forestry

Trees Have Genes Too: Forest Genetic Resources

Dr. Anmol Negi, Assistant Professor, SRM University, Sonipat, Haryana

Highlights FAO's Second Report on Forest Genetic Resources and its implications for India. Discusses the importance of genetic diversity, gaps in planting material, and actions for farmers and policymakers.

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🌍 Climate

From Farm Soil to Climate Solution: Carbon-Smart Agriculture

Jasmeet Kaur, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

Reviews soil organic carbon (SOC) restoration practices like zero tillage, biochar, cover crops, and agroforestry. Presents field data from Indian pilots and discusses carbon market potential and policy support.

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🔬 Technology of the month

HD 3463

High yield, highly disease resistant, highly nutritious and strong industrial value.

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60 q/haAverage yield
12.10%Protein
40.1 ppmIron
33.80%Wet gluten
🛡️ High resistance to leaf and stripe rustsRust resistance
🍞 Excellent loaf volume, soft texture, appealing crumbBread quality

📅 Important days in October

Dates to mark for farm, food and rural life.

World Animal Welfare DayFocuses on livestock and farm animal care.
World Chicken DaySecond Thursday of October. Celebrates poultry farming.
World Egg DaySecond Friday of October. Highlights the nutritional value of eggs.
International Day of Rural WomenHonors the role of women in agriculture.
World Food DayMarked by FAO to promote global food security.
Apple DayCelebrates orchards and apple varieties.

📝 Call for articles

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Submit your original article for our upcoming issue. Topics: Agriculture, Agri-Economics, Technology, Innovation, Startups, Sustainable Farming, Rural Development.

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