₹8,853 Crore Grants Approved under PMKSY for 1601 Projects Across India

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has approved ₹8,853 crore in grants for 1,601 projects under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY). Since January 2024, 52 new projects have been sanctioned, focusing on food safety infrastructure and cold chain interventions to reduce wastage in fruits, dairy, and fisheries. A NABCONS study highlights significant reductions in wastage due to these initiatives.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link