＜経済＞小泉氏、備蓄米買い戻し「早計」 当面は価格動向を見極め
2025年10月14日 12:03 （12:06更新）
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小泉進次郎農相は14日の閣議後記者会見で、全国農業協同組合中央会（JA全中）が求める政府備蓄米の買い戻しについて、「まだ実施を判断するのは早計ではないか」と述べました。
「マーケット全体で今年の収穫量を受け止めていく必要がある」との考えを示し、当面は米の価格動向を見極める方針を強調しました。
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By Simran Jeet | Oct 13, 2025, 06:26 pm
Houseplants can be a wonderful addition to your home, bringing life and freshness to any space. However, to keep them thriving, proper care is essential—especially ensuring they receive adequate nutrients. If your houseplants appear unhealthy or stunted, nutrient deficiencies might be the culprit.
Here are five natural and effective ways to fix nutrient deficiencies in your houseplants without relying on chemical fertilizers. These tips will help keep your plants healthy, vibrant, and flourishing.
Compost tea is an excellent natural fertilizer rich in beneficial microorganisms and nutrients that enhance soil health and plant growth. To make compost tea, soak well-rotted compost in water for a few days. The liquid you get can be applied to your plants’ soil once every two weeks to provide a nutrient boost and improve overall vitality.
Banana peels are a great source of potassium, a vital nutrient that strengthens stems and promotes better flowering. Chop banana peels into small pieces and bury them in the soil around your plants, or blend them with water to create a liquid fertilizer. This method releases potassium slowly, supporting healthy plant development.
Magnesium is crucial for photosynthesis, and Epsom salt is a rich source of this nutrient. To use, dissolve one tablespoon of Epsom salt in one gallon of water. Apply this solution as a foliar spray or directly to the soil once a month. This simple treatment helps correct magnesium deficiencies and boosts your plants’ overall health.
Used coffee grounds are packed with nitrogen, essential for lush leaf growth. You can sprinkle coffee grounds directly on the soil or mix them into your compost before applying it to plants. Besides providing nitrogen, coffee grounds also improve soil structure by adding organic matter.
Eggshells are rich in calcium carbonate, which helps prevent disorders like blossom end rot particularly in fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers. Rinse eggshells thoroughly after use, let them dry completely, then crush them into small pieces. Add the crushed shells to the soil surface around affected plants or mix them into potting mix during repotting.
By incorporating these natural remedies into your plant care routine, you can effectively address nutrient deficiencies and keep your houseplants thriving without harsh chemicals.
**Lucknow Woman Empowers Rural Women Through ‘Moringa Army’; Gains PM Modi’s Appreciation**
*Lucknow, October 12:* Inspired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision, Dr. Kamini Singh, a resident of Lucknow, has achieved a remarkable feat that has caught the attention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. By creating the ‘Moringa Army,’ she has empowered women farmers across Uttar Pradesh, fostering self-reliance and injecting fresh energy into the rural economy.
Dr. Kamini Singh pioneered a unique initiative by bringing together over a thousand women farmers under a Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO). She motivated these women to cultivate moringa, also known locally as Sahjan, and ensured market access through the promotion of value-added moringa-based products.
Today, the majority of FPO members are women who manage not only cultivation but also processing and packaging. Thanks to their relentless efforts, they are producing more than a dozen moringa products under the brand name *Doctor Moringa*. These include moringa powder, tablets, tea, handmade soaps, seed oil, biscuits, and the widely popular moringa laddoo.
Their products are available both in offline markets and are witnessing strong demand across various online platforms, expanding their reach significantly.
The entire project operates under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme. With this support, the FPO has established a primary processing unit where moringa leaves, seeds, and bark are transformed into high-quality products. This initiative has generated local employment and resulted in a multiple-fold increase in the income of rural women.
Impressed by her success, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Dr. Kamini Singh to Delhi, where he personally met her and learned about the nuances of moringa cultivation and the success of the ‘Moringa Army.’
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, sustained efforts continue across the state to empower daughters from economically weaker families to become self-reliant. The ‘Moringa Army’ stands as a shining example of this vision.
Today, these women not only earn their own livelihoods but also create employment opportunities for others by imparting training and skills, thereby contributing to the socio-economic development of rural Uttar Pradesh.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/uttar-pradesh/up-woman-forms-moringa-army-inspired-by-cm-yogi-catches-pm-modis-attention
【コメ収穫予想】生産者、価格急落に警戒感 政局混乱、改革は視界不良
2025/10/11 9:53 （2025/10/11 9:55 更新）
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2025年産の主食用米の収穫量は、昨年から大幅な増産となる見通しです。需要を最大で約50万トン程度上回ると予測されており、これが市場にどのような影響を与えるのか注目されています。
取引価格を左右する民間の在庫量は、過去最大水準になることが見込まれています。店頭価格が下がれば、消費者にとっては朗報となる一方で、生産者の間では価格急落に対する警戒感が強まっています。
しかしながら、政局の混乱や改革の遅れにより、今後の展開は不透明な状況が続いています。具体的な政策の方向性や市場への影響については、現時点で視界が良好とは言えません。
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日銀が10日発表した9月の国内企業物価指数（2020年平均＝100、速報）は前年同月比2.7％上昇の126.9だった。高止まりが続くコメ価格など農林水産物の伸びが指数を押し上げた。伸び率は8月から横ばいとなっている。
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## 科学・環境 放射性物質対策費を検証へ、福島 シイタケ営農再開指標に
2025年10月9日 19:41 (2025年10月9日 19:42 更新)
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東京電力福島第1原発事故により、東北や関東の一部地域で出荷制限が続いている露地栽培の原木シイタケについて、福島県が新たな実証事業を今冬から始めることを決定しました。
この実証事業では、放射性物質対策にかかる費用対効果や収穫量への影響を詳しく調査します。放射性物質対策費の妥当性を検証することで、シイタケの営農再開の指標とすることが目的です。
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**Pimpri-Chinchwad: Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) City Unit Protests for Farmer Compensation and Loan Waiver**
The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) Pimpri-Chinchwad city unit organised a protest march on Wednesday in front of the Tehsildar’s office in Nigdi. The protest aimed to demand adequate compensation for farmers affected by excessive rainfall and a complete loan waiver for farmers across Maharashtra.
According to Uddhav Sena workers, heavy rains have recently battered various parts of the state, disrupting daily life and causing significant losses to farmers. In response, the party has urged the Maharashtra government to provide fair compensation to those impacted by the adverse weather conditions. Additionally, they have called for a complete and unconditional loan waiver to alleviate the financial burden on farmers.
The march was led by key party leaders including District Chief Gautam Chabukswar, City Chief Sanjog Waghere Patil, and City Organiser Rupali Alhat. They were accompanied by prominent members such as Chetan Pawar, Romi Sandhu, Vaibhavi Ghodke, Tushar Navale, Dhananjay Alhat, Kailas Nevaskar, Yuvraj Kokate, Dnyaneshwar Shinde, Parth Gurav, among other officials and party workers.
### Opposition Parties Demand Full Loan Waiver
The demand for a full loan waiver for farmers has been a recurring issue raised by opposition parties in Maharashtra. The Shiv Sena (UBT) has repeatedly highlighted this matter, referencing their previous tenure in government where such measures were implemented.
Recently, speaking to the media in Pune, NCP-SP MP Supriya Sule also emphasized the necessity of a loan waiver, stating, “Farmers need this.” She called on the Maharashtra government to prioritise the welfare of farmers and provide the necessary support during these challenging times.
The protests and demands reflect growing concerns over the impact of excessive rainfall on agriculture and the urgent need to support the farming community in Maharashtra.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/pune/pimpri-chinchwad-shiv-sena-ubt-holds-protest-demanding-loan-waiver-compensation-for-rain-hit-farmers
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) is utilizing drone technology to spray herbicides and manage weeds in rice plantations.
According to PhilRice, researchers have discovered that drones can effectively control weeds in wet direct-seeded rice. This advancement has the potential to transform weed management into a modern farming practice.
“This is especially useful for large rice fields,” the institute noted, highlighting the benefits of adopting drone technology in agriculture.
https://business.inquirer.net/551041/philrice-testing-rice-farm-pest-control-via-drone
Sambhajinagar: Maharashtra Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane on Friday stated that preliminary estimates indicate fishermen in the Marathwada region have suffered losses amounting to Rs 22 crore due to recent floods and heavy rainfall.
Rane visited Phulambri taluka of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district in central Maharashtra to assess the damage faced by fishermen amid the downpours and floods affecting the region, which comprises eight districts. He later chaired a meeting with officials in the city to discuss the issue further.
Speaking to reporters, Rane said, “I came here to review the losses suffered by fishermen. Our officers have provided me with detailed information. A full report on the damage is being prepared. Currently, the losses have been pegged at Rs 22 crore. This figure is expected to rise as some surveys are still underway.”
The minister assured that the government would provide adequate assistance to the affected fishermen. “We will ensure that fishermen receive maximum aid, just like farmers,” he added.
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https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/fishermen-in-marathwada-region-suffer-22-crores-loss-due-to-floods-heavy-rainfall
Sambhajinagar: Maharashtra Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane on Friday stated that preliminary estimates indicate fishermen in the Marathwada region have incurred losses amounting to Rs 22 crore as a result of recent floods and heavy rainfall.
Rane visited Phulambri taluka in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of central Maharashtra to assess the damage faced by fishermen affected by the downpours and floods. The Marathwada region, which includes eight districts, has been severely impacted by the adverse weather conditions.
Following his visit, the minister presided over a meeting with officials in the city to discuss the situation in detail.
Addressing reporters, Rane said, “I came here to review the losses suffered by fishermen. Our officers have provided me with detailed information, and a comprehensive report on the damage is currently being prepared. At present, the losses have been estimated at Rs 22 crore, but this figure is expected to rise as some surveys are still underway.”
The minister also assured that the government would provide adequate assistance to the affected fishermen. “We will ensure that fishermen receive maximum aid, similar to the support extended to farmers,” he added.
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