60 pc of banana growing areas hit by climate change globally; calls for more support to farmers

60 pc of banana growing areas hit by climate change globally; calls for more support to farmers

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) A report highlights how 60 per cent of the best banana growing areas globally are in danger from rising temperatures. “Climate change has been killing our crops,” remarked Aurelia Pop Xo, a banana grower in Guatemala. The report published on Monday by the international development … Read more

MP: Burhanpur’s banana & turmeric shine under ODOP, exports reach Moscow

Follow Us on Google News Burhanpur, April 3 (IANS) Burhanpur in Madhya Pradesh is carving out a new identity thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship programme, One District, One Product (ODOP). The district is now being recognised for its banana and turmeric production, contributing to the region’s economic growth. Recently, the ‘Banana-Turmeric Festival’ was … Read more

Karnataka to ban use of plastic in idli making, stainless steel or banana leaf safer: Health Minister

Bengaluru, Feb 27 (IANS) The Karnataka government has decided to ban the use of plastic in hotels and food establishments across the state while preparing idlis, as tests have shown it poses health hazards to consumers, Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said on Thursday, Idli, the most popular dish in the state, is made from … Read more

Bihar’s Bhagalpur gears up to welcome PM Modi with ‘Banana and Makhana gates’

Patna, Feb 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to release the 19th instalment of PM KISAN from Bihar’s Bhagalpur, benefiting over 9.7 crore farmers with direct monetary transfer of Rs 22,000 crore. Ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Bhagalpur, the city has been decked up with special banana and makhana-themed gates. Many … Read more

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