Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Initiatives in Bihar

Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Limited (BBSSL) has not established a formal branch in Bihar but operates through 3,418 cooperative societies. 19,956 farmers received seeds this year, and 279 farmers are involved in seed production on 2,663 hectares for the Rabi 2025-26 season. BBSSL procures seeds at MSP plus a 10% bonus or the State Seed Corporation's rate, to benefit local farmers.

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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