Agriculture

June 2026’s thali cost increases highlight the interplay of domestic weather, global supply issues, and structural factors in India’s food inflation.

With agriculture employing a large workforce yet facing productivity pressures, SMAM aligns with national goal of doubling farmers’ income.

As the season progresses, the interplay between active weather systems, El Niño, and regional topography will determine the final outcome.

This week’s events – the suspension of meals, its resumption under pressure, and parliamentary grilling – highlight the humanitarian stakes of urban development policies.

As global demand for quality, sustainable tea grows, Sri Lanka’s smallholders – guardians of the Ceylon legacy – stand at a crossroads.

In a significant boost to India’s cooperative movement, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on July 6, 2026, outlined a comprehensive expansion strategy during the fifth foundation day celebrations of the Ministry of Cooperation.

As Sri Lanka’s economy stabilises under the new government, a looming El Niño threatens to reignite food inflation and test hard-won gains. Sri Lanka, still...

Transformation also requires partnerships. Governments, research institutions, financial institutions, civil society organizations, CSR initiatives, and the private sector each have a vital role in building an ecosystem where smallholders can thrive.