In a first-ever attempt to get the children connected again with farming and sustainability, the Maharashtra government has decided to make agriculture a school subject up to Class 10 in a phased manner from the 2025-26 academic year.

The State Curriculum Framework 2024 and the National Education Policy 2020 both state that the program's goal is to close the knowledge gap between new innovations and old agricultural expertise. The curriculum is being developed in collaboration with the School Education Department and the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT).

For Classes 1 to 5, students will study basics of plants, animals, local produce, water, soil, and exposure to creative innovation. For Classes 6 to 10, syllabus will extend beyond this to include kitchen gardening, organic farming, millet farming, food processing, exploitation of bamboo, poultry management, water auditing, and maintaining biodiversity registers.

Current agricultural practices are being integrated as well, including use of AI in agriculture, agri-tourism, smokeless cooking, and sustainable farming, thus exposing students to traditional as well as fussy new methods.

The main objectives of the program are to:

• Encourage early exposure to agriculture among school-going kids.

• Bridge the difference between traditional practices and new-age developments in agriculture.

• Put forth agriculture as a viable career path, supporting India's food security and sustainability initiative.

The government also guaranteed improvement in teacher training courses and practice facilities to facilitate successful implementation. The authorities believe that with this program, students' awareness of agriculture will not only be enhanced but also vocational abilities and career-based knowledge imparted to them so agriculture would be a desirable and relevant subject to the generation to come.

Education officials have approved the step, citing that exposing children to agricultural ideas at an early age can promote responsibility, creativity, and respect for sustainable methods among children.

The Government of India has taken a significant step to help farmers by declaring that the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of the major crops will be increased in the next marketing season. This measure is expected to ensure farmers a reasonable price on their produce, gain more income, and decrease the risk factors related to the process of farming.

The hike in MSP, applicable to major rabi crops such as wheat, barley, gram, lentil, rapeseed, mustard, and safflower, reflects the government’s commitment to making agriculture more profitable and sustainable for millions of farmers across the country. For instance, MSP of wheat has increased by 160 per quintal and has reached 2,585 per quintal in the 2026-27 marketing season. This means the profit margin is over 100% (above the estimated production cost), offering solid assurance to wheat farmers.

Notably, not just wheat, crops like safflower have also seen the highest absolute increase of ₹600 per quintal, while pulses like lentil and gram have also seen meaningful hikes. Government data estimates that this MSP revision will channel approximately ₹84,000 crore directly to farmers, providing vital financial support ahead of the sowing season.

The MSP offers a safety net to farmers by ensuring that their crops command minimum prices to shield them against any price variations in the market. This policy also promotes crop diversification, i.e. growing oilseeds and pulses, which are important in nutritional security and minimising reliance on imports.

The initiative ties in with the larger “Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses,” a government program focused on boosting domestic production of pulses, enhancing farmers’ access to quality seeds, and increasing supply chain efficiencies.

This MSP increase by the central government is timely, given that the agricultural risks like changing input prices and climate uncertainties that are currently increasing. The government is looking forward to empowering the farmers by promising remunerative prices that will boost rural incomes and bring about a sustainable agricultural economy, which will promote more self-reliance in farmers.

This price support is likely to benefit farmers in most of the major growing states such as Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan as they plan to head into the next crop cycle.

The policy is a timely and considerate move by the government that highlights the emphasis on farmers as essential food market players and rural development stakeholders of India.

For official updates on agriculture and MSP notification, check the official governmental channels of the Ministry of Agriculture. 

RPSC Recruitment 2025: 3rd October is the last date for the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) Agriculture School Lecturer Recruitment 2025. 500 empty posts will be recruited through this recruitment. 

The candidates must not be less than 21 years and greater than 40 years as on 1.1.2026. Age relaxation will be granted to reserved category candidates in line with permissible rules. Educational qualification is as follows:

A four-year B.Sc. or post-graduate in an allied subject with B.Ed.

Apart from this, candidates should have a command of Hindi language in Devanagari script and familiarity with Rajasthani culture.

RPSC Recruitment 2025: Selection Process and Salary

Shortlisted candidates will be selected on the basis of a competitive exam. Shortlisted candidates will be paid as per Pay Matrix Level L-12 (Grade Pay ₹4800/-).

RPSC Recruitment 2025: How to Apply

• Visit the official website of RPSC, recruitment.rajasthan.gov.in.

• Click on the link "School Lecturer Registration 2025".

• Register and post the application form.

• Pay the online application fee and post the form.

• Take a copy of the application to use in the future.

World Food India 2025, an ongoing event scheduled from September 25 to 28 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, has opened new and exciting opportunities for Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) across India. Bringing together 25 prominent FPOs from 12 states, this flagship event showcases the strength and diversity of India's agricultural produce, providing direct access to pure, organic and high-quality produce straight from the farmers themselves.

Visitors to the event can explore a rich variety of agri-products like organic honey, rice, garlic, spices,  fresh fruits, and much more. The showcase focuses majorly on authenticity and farm-to-fork transparency, connecting consumers directly with the producers and promoting sustainable agriculture. 

World Food India 2025 is more than a mere exhibition of pure agricultural excellence, but a vital 

Platform that integrates farmers, producers, food processors, policymakers, and investors. The event, organised by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, is an initiative to promote India's vision of becoming a global food processing hub, as part of a “Viksit Bharat 2047” vision. This ambitious initiative is to enhance rural prosperity, farmer income, reduce post-harvest losses and generate employment in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. 

With participation from more than 90 countries, over 2000 exhibitors, and thousands of stakeholders representing the entire food chain, WFI is the biggest exhibition yet. The presence of international delegations together with state and private sector players fosters strategic partnerships, innovation and investment flows of the agriculture and food processing sector.  

The event features a range of high-profile activities designed to foster collaboration and innovation. These include CEO roundtables where senior industry leaders and policymakers discuss strategies for expanding food processing, boosting exports, and creating quality jobs. Knowledge-sharing sessions provide insights into sustainable food technologies and emerging trends shaping the future of agriculture and food processing. 

Additionally, extensive buyer-seller meets and business-to-government (B2G) as well as government-to-government (G2G) interactions facilitate partnerships, investment opportunities, and smooth project implementation across domestic and international stakeholders.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated WFI 2025 highlighting the event’s importance and underscoring India’s unique agricultural strengths and its pivotal role in global food security. 

For consumers, entrepreneurs, and investors alike,World Food  India 2025 is a compelling invitation to witness and participate in India’s agricultural renaissance, led by its farmers and their offerings. The event promises nutritious and delicious consumables along with a sustainable path towards growth, innovation, and global competitiveness in food processing.