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Nano-sulphur can boost India's mustard yields by 20-30%: TERI scientist
21 Apr 2025
| Business Standard
Field research by TERI shows nano-sulphur can push mustard yield by 25-30 per cent similar to genetically modified DMH-11 trials but by using conventional varieties.
Read moreTERI to advice on reviving khazans, environment, blue economy
10 Apr 2025
| The Goan
In a significant move, the Goa government has roped in reputed environmental research institute The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to advise it on environmental protection issues and also for sustainable initiatives in agriculture and developing the State's blue economy.
Read moreTERI and CFCL launch ‘New Crop Protection Facility’ at TERI GRAM in Haryana
04 Feb 2025
| Agro Spectrum India
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited (CFCL) launched the ‘New Crop Protection Facility at TERI GRAM', recently in Gurugram, Haryana. This cutting-edge facility is dedicated to the development of highly efficacious bio-control products and biogenic formulations in a controlled environment. This initiative underscores TERI's and CFCL's commitment to sustainable agriculture and reinforces India’s ability to spearhead eco-friendly, science-
Read moreCFCL, TERI in pact for ‘Centre of Excellence for Advanced and Sustainable Agriculture Solutions’
03 Dec 2024
| The Hindu Business Line
Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd (CFCL) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) have signed an agreement to establish the 'CFCL-TERI Centre of Excellence for Advanced and Sustainable Agriculture Solutions'. The centre aims to address challenges such as stagnating productivity, soil degradation and reduced resistance to chemicals.
Read moreExperts deliberate on India's Bio-engineered Crop Policy - PHD Chamber's Roundtable
16 Nov 2024
| Krishak Jagat
Dr Arvind Kapur, Distinguished Fellow, Sustainable Agriculture, TERI while presenting the future outlook said that all stakeholders should move beyond the initial questions and take concrete steps towards policy formulation. "We should move from the initial questions to policy formulation that can reduce regulatory barriers for GM crops in India," he said. Dr Kapur underlined the economic reasons for adopting GM technology and said, "Farmers are looking for crops that are easy to grow
Read moreHindustan Zinc Collaborates with TERI to Transform Wasteyard into Green belt
28 Aug 2024
| The Hans India
Hindustan Zinc Limited the world's second-largest integrated zinc producer and the world's most sustainable metals and mining company according to S&P Global, has initiated the second phase of transformation of 16 hectares of wasteland at the Chanderiya Lead-Zinc Smelter into a flourishing greenbelt. By leveraging Mycorrhiza technology, in collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Hindustan Zinc is enhancing biodiversity and protecting natural ecosystems around its
Read moreAssam: Udalguri Krishi Vigyan Kendra organizes Stakeholders Meet
19 Aug 2024
| The Sentinel Assam
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Udalguri recently organized a stakeholder' consultation program at its meeting hall with the participation of 50 farmers and stakeholders from various villages of Udalguri district. The project "Developing a Voluntary Carbon Market Project for Agro forestry Plantations and Regenerative Agriculture in the State of Assam" developed by Assam Agricultural University, The Energy and Resources Institute, and ReNew.
Read moreUP govt to bolster income of farmers through ‘carbon finance’
15 Jul 2024
| The Statesman
In a remarkable initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government is boosting farmers’ incomes through ‘carbon finance,’ encouraging them to participate in this plantation drive. The state is set to break records by planting 36.50 crore saplings on July 20. As part of the Centre’s ambitious goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070, farmers will gain additional income from carbon credits by planting fast-growing trees such as Poplar, Melia, Dubia, and Semal. These carbon credits will be
Read moreAaranyak-TERI holds capacity building training for grassroot leaders in Kohora
04 Jul 2024
| The Shillong Times
A two-day workshop on participatory mapping for grassroot leaders for implementation of seventh operational phase of GEF small grants was organised collaboratively by TERI (The Energy and Resource Institute) and region's premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak recently. The workshop was organised during June 27-28 at the Community Resource Centre, Chandrasing Rongpi Memorial High School, Chandrasing Rongpi of Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong landscape in Assam. A diverse group of 10
Read moreTERI gets nod to document Assam's unexplored traditional knowledge
21 May 2024
| The Times of India
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in collaboration with The Directorate of Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture, has secured govt's approval to document the unexplored traditional knowledge (TK) of Assam. The objective is to identify and replicate the most efficient traditional techniques, methodologies and best practices to ensure their continuity and preservation. The collaboration aims to conduct documentation, assessment and protection of TK in Assam.
Read moreWorkshop on Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Lifestyle held in Guwahati
20 May 2024
| Guwahati Plus
A workshop on Traditional Knowledge for a Sustainable Lifestyle was held on May 20 in Guwahati, organized by TERI-NERC, Guwahati. The event focused on promoting sustainable living through the application of traditional knowledge, drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage and biodiversity of Assam. Mr Pankaj Chakravarty, Joint Secretary of the Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture Department, and Director of the Directorate of Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture, Government of
Read moreTERI, Chambal Launch 'Uttam Pranaam' Bio Nano Phosphorus Fertiliser
23 Apr 2024
| Outlook
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited have launched 'Uttam Pranaam', a Bio nano Phosphorus fertiliser designed to bolster self-reliance in the Indian agricultural sector. This innovative solution aligns with the PM-PRANAM programme emphasis on nano-fertilisers, driving indigenous innovation and sustainability.
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