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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Experts to farmers: Punjab's draft agri policy gets universal thumbs up
Even as the state government continues to delay the adoption of its Punjab Agriculture Policy-2023, experts across disciplines have hailed the draft as an excellent document with some limitations that can be removed at the time of implementation. Experts said that the 200-page document offers a comprehensive roadmap for reviving the state's ailing farm sector. They praised the draft policy for its depth, innovation, and forward-thinking recommendations. They described it as a potential game-changer — if implemented with commitment and urgency. From scientists to economists and farmer leaders, voices from across the agricultural spectrum have urged the government to act swiftly on the policy. Gurdev Singh Khush, a renowned Indian-American plant geneticist and rice breeder who is known as the 'Father of Super Rice', in written communication to the committee members, said that he enjoyed the draft thoroughly. 'The chapter on the good old agriculture of the past brought back memories of my childhood. The section on Green Revolution captures how it transformed Indian agriculture. Making Punjab's farming healthier, profitable, and globally competitive should be a cherished goal. The concept of Natural Growing Areas is insightful. Marketing is rightly emphasised, and institutions like AMRII and IAMS are essential. The chapter on ecosystem and climate change is well-balanced. The alarming water and energy scenario calls for urgent implementation of the policy's recommendations. I found the document immensely informative — truly an Encyclopedia of Punjab Agriculture. It reflects months of dedicated work,' said Khush, who has won World Food Prize (1996), Japan Prize, Wolf Prize, and Golden Sickle Awards. Prof Ranjit Singh Ghuman, a renowned agricultural economist and a member of high-powered committee established by the Supreme Court to address the grievances of farmers, said that despite three policy drafts on Agriculture over the past decade, Punjab still lacks an official agriculture policy. The first draft of 58 pages was submitted in March 2013 but was never adopted. The second draft of 21 pages submitted in 2018 met with the same fate. An 11-member committee headed by Sukhpal Singh submitted a comprehensive draft on October 13, 2023. 'While building on earlier efforts, this version includes more detailed and innovative recommendations. It must be implemented,' Ghuman said, adding that the limitations should be addressed, and the policy must align with industrial strategy to tackle rising unemployment and declining agri-sector jobs, while factoring in processing, cooperatives, and market linkages. BKU (Ugrahan) president Joginder Singh Ugrahan also hailed the draft policy and said that the Punjab government should implement it at the earliest. Darshan Pal Singh, president of Krantikari Kisan Union, said that the majority of the recommendations in the 2023 Agricultural Policy are pro-Punjab and pro-farmer. 'It should be implemented to address the ongoing agrarian crisis in the state. Along with BKU (Dakaunda) and BKU (Ugrahan), we have demanded that the government adopt this policy. In my opinion, it is a much-needed step forward,' he said.
Fox News
14-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Pet feeding essentials are up to 20% off during the Amazon Pet Day sale
The Amazon Pet Day sale is your chance to stock up on everyday pet needs. The event runs from May 13 to May 14 and features exclusive deals, including up to 30% off products from top brands like Purina Pro Plan, IAMS, Hill's Science Diet and many more. Amazon Pet Day is an excellent opportunity to stock up on kibble, treats, toppers and supplements for your dog or cat, all at a great price. Find dog-feeding and cat-feeding essentials, from kibble to vitamins, on sale for up to 20% off during Amazon's 48-hour event. Sign up for Buy With Prime and have your pet picks delivered quickly. The benefits include: Most purchases can be delivered to your door in 24 hours if you're an Amazon Prime member. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your holiday shopping today. Feeding essentials for dogs can be an expensive part of caring for your animal and stocking up on essentials like kibble, food toppers, and multivitamins while on sale is a great way to cut costs. Original price: $69.95 Multivitamins for dogs can fill nutritional gaps in their diet and help support some health needs like joint support or immune function. Try the Wuffes 23-in-1 chewable dog multivitamin for a comprehensive blend of vitamins and minerals to support overall health and well-being in dogs of all breeds and ages. It's formulated with ingredients like wild Alaskan salmon oil for Omega-3 fatty acids, and it's delivered in a delicious chewable format with honey and pork liver that your dog will love. Original price: $35.98 Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Entree & Mixer Dog Food Crunchy Mini Nibs are high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making them suitable for dogs with various dietary needs. This freeze-dried raw dog food is made with premium, USA-sourced beef. Use it as a balanced meal option, a nutritious treat, or mix it with kibble. The freeze-drying process preserves nutrients and allows for convenient storage without refrigeration. Original price: $27.99 Stella & Chewy's Marie's Magical Breakfast Sprinkles is a perfect solution for picky eaters. The sprinkles are a freeze-dried raw dog food topper that adds raw nutrition and flavor to your dog's breakfast meal. It's a grain-free, gluten-free, and freeze-dried recipe made in the USA with raw ingredients like bacon, eggs, and natural cheddar cheese. Original price: $34.99 Some dog breeds are prone to hip and joint problems. You can help your dog avoid problems later with this Pawfy Hip & Joint Supplement for Dogs. Pawfy's supplement is a robust formula with a high dose of Glucosamine to support hip and joint health. It also includes Chondroitin and MSM to target a range of joint issues. The supplements are naturally chicken flavored and in soft chew form. They can be given to your dog like a regular treat. Pawfy also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee and free shipping on all orders. Original price: $46.98 Welcoming a puppy into your brood can be an expensive endeavor. Cut down on food costs with this IAMS Smart Puppy Large Breed Dog Food Dry deal. This puppy kibble made with real chicken supports puppies' slower, controlled growth by providing essential nutrients for healthy bone and joint development. The food features real, farm-raised chicken as the first ingredient and 22 key nutrients, including omega-3 DHA for cognitive function. Amazon has a great selection of cat-feeding essentials on sale during their 48-hour event. It is an excellent opportunity to stock up on your cat's favorite feeding time treat or to try something new. Grab Fancy Feast's paté mouse for 20% off, or try topping a picky eater's regular food with a freeze-dried topper. Here are Original price: $29.50 Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Raw Cat Food is freeze-dried to preserve its freshness and nutritional value. It delivers the nutrients that a raw food diet provides and is easy to store. The process retains essential vitamins and minerals in flavors your cat will love, like this duck formula. Original price: $33.12 Iams Perfect Portions Sensitive Digestion & Skin Adult Wet Cat Food Paté is the perfect option for serving your cat a fresh meal every time. This food is formulated for cats with sensitive digestion and skin problems. It is a fiber blend with prebiotics and beet pulp, with Omega-6 and 3 Fatty Acids to promote healthy skin and a glossy coat. This comes in a twin pack that contains two individual meals for your adult cat. Original price: $28.82 Catit Creamy is loved for its creamy texture and is designed for cats of all life stages. It comes in single-serve tubes, making it easy to add flavor and moisture to a cat's diet. This low-calorie treat can be used for multiple daily servings. Original price: $25.19 Fancy Feast Gems Paté Cat Food Mousse Gravy is a mix of mousse paté cat food topped with gravy. It comes in a cat-pleasing Gem shape for easy eating. This perfectly balanced grain-free meal will surely be loved by your cat. For more deals, visit Original price: $24.99 Add Stella & Chewy's Freeze-Dried Raw Cat & Kitten Food Topper to your cat's food for extra nutrition and flavor. This topper is made from freeze-dried raw ingredients like chicken, organs, and bone, which are minimally processed to preserve natural nutrients. It comes in fine powder form for even flavor distribution and nutrition throughout the food.
Hospitality Net
14-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Mix of events boosted Amsterdam hotel performance in April
ARLINGTON, Va. – Several events, including multiple concerts by Usher, lifted Amsterdam hotel performance in April, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets. April 2025 (year-over-year % change): Occupancy: 85.0% (+4.8%) Average daily rate (ADR): EUR210.87 (+2.0%) Revenue per available room (RevPAR): EUR179.32 (+6.9%) Amsterdam posted its highest ADR (EUR266.36) and RevPAR (EUR249.29) for the month on Saturday, 19 April as the third night of the International Amsterdam Motor Show (IAMS) overlapped with DGTL Amsterdam. Occupancy that night came in at 93.6%, which matched Tuesday, 8 April for the highest in the market since September 2024. Occupancy on the 8th was lifted by the first day of ReMaTec as well as Amsterdam Drone Week. Five Usher concerts pushed occupancy above 80% on five separate nights, while ADR and RevPAR for the tour nights reached highs of EUR258.96 and EUR226.66, respectively, on Wednesday, 26 April. For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit Additional Performance Data CoStar's world-leading hotel performance sample comprises more than 88,000 properties and 11.5 million rooms around the globe. Members of the media should refer to the contacts listed below for additional data requests. About CoStar Group, Inc. CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets. Founded in 1987, CoStar Group conducts expansive, ongoing research to produce and maintain the largest and most comprehensive database of real estate information. CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, enabling clients to analyze, interpret and gain unmatched insight on property values, market conditions and availabilities. is the leading online marketplace for renters seeking great apartment homes, providing property managers and owners a proven platform for marketing their properties. LoopNet is the most heavily trafficked online commercial real estate marketplace with thirteen million average monthly global unique visitors. STR provides premium data benchmarking, analytics, and marketplace insights for the global hospitality industry. Ten-X offers a leading platform for conducting commercial real estate online auctions and negotiated bids. is the fastest growing online residential marketplace that connects agents, buyers, and sellers. OnTheMarket is a leading residential property portal in the United Kingdom. BureauxLocaux is one of the largest specialized property portals for buying and leasing commercial real estate in France. Business Immo is France's leading commercial real estate news service. Thomas Daily is Germany's largest online data pool in the real estate industry. Belbex is the premier source of commercial space available to let and for sale in Spain. CoStar Group's websites attracted over 163 million average monthly unique visitors in the third quarter of 2024. Headquartered in Washington, DC, CoStar Group maintains offices throughout the U.S., Europe, Canada, and Asia. From time to time, we plan to utilize our corporate website, as a channel of distribution for material company information. For more information, visit This news release includes "forward-looking statements" including, without limitation, statements regarding CoStar's expectations or beliefs regarding the future. These statements are based upon current beliefs and are subject to many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from these statements. The following factors, among others, could cause or contribute to such differences: the risk that future media events will not sustain an increase in future occupancy rates. More information about potential factors that could cause results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those stated in CoStar's filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in CoStar's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and Forms 10-Q for the quarterly periods ended March 31, 2024, June 30, 2024, and September 30, 2023, each of which is filed with the SEC, including in the "Risk Factors" section of those filings, as well as CoStar's other filings with the SEC available at the SEC's website ( All forward-looking statements are based on information available to CoStar on the date hereof, and CoStar assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Karolina Capova Media Relations Executive – STR STR View source
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Small town spirit: How Indiana's rural communities are working to reverse population losses
In Corydon, the town is building a skate park and increasing walkability by connecting downtown to Rice Island Park. (Courtesy of Main Street Corydon) As Indiana anticipates slow population growth in the coming years, small cities and towns in rural Indiana are pushing forward with projects to attract residents and businesses to their communities. Growth over the next four decades is projected to be lower than it was in the decade between 2000 and 2010, according to Matt Kinghorn, senior demographer at the Indiana Business Research Center. More than 70% of Indiana's counties are expected to lose residents over the next 30 years, many of which are rural and also lost population in the 2020 census. 'And the counties that are growing quickly are generally taking population from other areas of the state. So it's not an overall net increase,' said Matt Greller, chief executive officer of Accelerate Indiana Municipalities (AIM). But small Hoosier communities aren't going down without a fight. Local businesses, organizations and governments are applying for grants, investing in quality-of-life projects and supporting small businesses to draw new citizens and spur economic growth. 'For a community to have the amenities that folks want these days, whether it's broadband or trails or a vibrant Main Street, you've got to have a coalescing of people to make that happen,' Greller said. Grants are crucial in helping small cities and towns in Indiana launch and complete initiatives. Community foundations, state entities and federal sources all play a role in funding local projects. For example, Boonville in Warrick County is working toward Indiana Accredited Main Street (IAMS) status after completing the Aspiring IAMS 1-year Program. '(Indiana Accredited Main Street) opens the door for more grant money, which is the key to doing just about anything that you want to do of significance. If you can't get grants, then you've got to do fundraising, and it's pretty hard to raise a million dollars in a town like Boonville,' said Jim Miller, executive director of Boonville Now. His group promotes the city's downtown. The city even hired a firm with a grant researcher dedicated to ensuring community leaders know about every possible funding opportunity. 'The idea was, 'Let's pay this company $50,000 a year, and we'll be looking at $100,000, $200,000, $300,000 grants per year.' Then it pays for itself,' Miller said. 'I've got spreadsheets of probably 20 things that they're working on.' Miller employs a location analytics software, to track foot traffic in the city, then uses the information to apply for grants. Janelle Amy, executive director of Main Street Corydon, a Nationally Accredited Main Street community, also plans to use data to attract local investment. Indiana University Southeast (IUS) is 'able to send some reports for us to be able to measure and see how many pings on these phones were coming through and being able to see those heavy spikes whenever we have those larger festivals, especially in our downtown, hoping that we're able to see that data year after year to see, 'Are we seeing continued growth? Should we focus our efforts elsewhere?'' Amy said. Another grant source, the state-funded Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI), has given hundreds of millions of dollars to economic growth projects across the state. The READI program is not in the current version of the state budget, according to Greller. 'I hate to see that go away because it's such an innovative thing that set apart Indiana, certainly in the Midwest and maybe the rest of the country. It is having a real impact on some of these rural communities,' he said. For small Hoosier cities and towns to survive, Greller said municipalities must be willing to fund projects that meet their residents' needs, particularly when it comes to quality of life. 'We live in a world where we all want lower taxes,' said Greller. 'But there are studies after studies that show once a government decides to make a formal investment in a community in a meaningful way, that typically has a snowball effect.' Miller said increased property tax values helped Boonville accomplish several quality-of-life projects. 'We've been able to take advantage of that and issue bonds to be able to build a new pool and to completely renovate the splash pad and the playground area and the basketball courts and things at City Lake,' he said. But property taxes are in the crosshairs at the Legislature. Greller emphasized investment in city and town parks as a key driver of economic growth in rural Indiana. '(Smaller parks) drive things like community events, farmers markets, summer concert series, hot rod festivals or whatever it is that wants to come to an individual community. Those kinds of investments have done well and created good returns over the years,' he said. Miller said Boonville is also focusing on historic preservation with the Mt. Liberty Baptist Church and School restoration project. In Corydon, the town is building a skate park and increasing walkability by connecting downtown to Rice Island Park. 'Being able to expand that further out … we've opened up a whole other level for people to be able to visit our downtown and hopefully shop and support and live here as well,' said Amy. When big employers leave small Hoosier cities and towns, residents often go with them. Corydon is looking to draw a new industry after Tyson Foods' closure last year affected nearly 370 employees. New Gov. Mike Braun's campaign included a plan targeting rural Indiana, and the current state budget proposal includes a tax credit to attract qualified private sector investors to raise and invest flexible capital into rural communities and help rural businesses to sustainably expand their operations. Greller said Gas City went through a similar situation as Corydon when the area was hit hard by the downturn in automobile manufacturing jobs. 'They pivoted. They made some strong investments in their community. They've seen an uptick in growth and population. They just built the performing arts center, which is a sign of things improving in those kinds of communities,' he said. In Boonville, two new establishments — a restaurant with catering service and a cigar lounge — recently opened in the historic district, according to Miller. 'What we're trying to concentrate on is bringing in more small businesses because we do have some empty spaces on the square and around the square,' he said. 'We don't have any more land to be able to give a bigger industry that wants to come in.' Thanks to city grants, Boonville entrepreneurs can apply for money to enhance building facades and revolving loan funds to make other improvements or start a business. Corydon also has a facade program funded in part by the Harrison County Community Foundation and a community collaboration fund created from a state grant. 'We were able to offer up to $5,000 to our downtown business owners for whatever initiative they needed at that time. So it could be purchasing new inventory, helping them with their marketing, Just whatever we could do to give them an additional boost to keep them here and hopefully support their initiative moving forward,' Amy said. Programs like Make My Move and Choose Southern Indiana offer remote workers incentives for relocation within the Hoosier State. However, Greller questioned how emerging return-to-office policies will affect these initiatives in the future. 'I'm interested to see what happens in some of these communities that have had success attracting those folks into their areas,' he said. Amy viewed new housing developments in Corydon and Harrison County over the past year as a sign of residential growth. 'I know of at least three additional apartment complexes within the Corydon area that are very close to downtown,' she said. 'And new subdivisions have been populating as well in Corydon and beyond.' Despite the efforts of small cities and towns in Indiana to remain independent, Greller said some areas that thrived on historic economic drivers may need to have some tough conversations. 'We have some small communities that were there because there was a grain elevator 150 years ago or there was a railroad stop 150 years ago. Does it make sense for the viability of the region they're in to continue to exist as an incorporated area? Maybe we ought to look at merging with other forms of government for the greater good,' he said. Federal funding cuts are also a concern regarding infrastructure projects and other initiatives in small municipalities. 'Many communities are fortunate to receive Economic Development Administration, (U.S. Department of Agriculture), Small Business Administration and other types of federal funding. I do believe that economic growth could be threatened if funding commitments from these federal agencies are halted abruptly,' said Darrell Voelker, executive director of the Harrison County Economic Development Corporation. To persist, Greller said small Hoosier cities and towns must get creative and maximize opportunities to ensure sustainability and longevity. 'We're going to have to take a close look at ourselves and make sure we're running as lean and efficiently as possible to make sure we have resources to invest in these types of programs,' he said. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Southwestern IN towns to receive new Main Street designations
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Office of Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) announced 15 organizations have been recognized as Indiana Main Street programs or have moved into a new Indiana Main Street level. Some communities in southwestern Indiana were recognized. Officials explain the Indiana Main Street program annually accepts applications for three levels, which include: Indiana Accredited Main Street (IAMS) IAMS programs meet all Accreditation Standards set forth by Main Street America, but may lack a full-time paid staff person and do not have an identified transformation strategy. Aspiring Indiana Accredited Main Street (A-IAMS) A-IAMS programs are within one year of meeting all Accreditation Standards set forth by Main Street America and may lack a full-time paid staff person. OCRA's Downtown Affiliate Network (ODAN) ODAN communities may prefer to specialize in event-related activities only, lack the physical or historical capacity required to qualify as a Main Street organization or are working towards building capacity to meet the Main Street America Accreditation Standards. Crews begin with demo on historic building in Cannelton 'These organizations are doing amazing work to breathe new life into Indiana downtowns, which support our local businesses and unite our communities,' Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith said. 'Main Street has a way of bringing everyone together. It's where you really get to know your neighbors and come together for local events. It's the heartbeat of the community. Congratulations to all 15 of these Hoosier communities – your hard work is paying off, and I can't wait to see what you accomplish next!' The organizations earning new Indiana Main Street designations that are within the Eyewitness News coverage area include: Aspiring Indiana Accredited Main Street Association For A Better Rockport OCRA Downtown Affiliate Network Jacobsville Neighborhood (Evansville) Framing Ferdinand United Way speaks out on Dolly Parton Imagination Library state budget cuts Officials say a main street organization's performance is evaluated by Indiana Main Street, which works in partnership with Main Street America to identify organizations that meet rigorous performance standards. 'As we celebrate 40 years of Indiana Main Street, we are excited to welcome eight new communities into the program and see seven organizations level up,' said OCRA Executive Director Fred Glynn. 'The Indiana Main Street program continues to grow and help communities prioritize downtown revitalization, transform their main street corridors and fuel local engagement. Congratulations to our 15 newly designated main streets organizations!' According to OCRA, the organizations will receive a formal certificate, access to Main Street America and Indiana Main Street training, networking opportunities with other regional and statewide programs, a resource toolbox unique to their needs and more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
