Cabinet Approves Rs.5659.22 Crore Mission for Cotton Productivity by 2030

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a Rs.5659.22 crore plan for the "Mission for Cotton Productivity" aiming to improve cotton production and quality in India. The initiative, running from 2026 to 2031, aligns with the Government's 5F vision. It focuses on breeding high-yielding, disease-resistant seeds, advancing cotton production technologies, and enhancing cotton quality for global markets. This mission targets 498 lakh bales of cotton production by 2031, benefiting about 32 lakh farmers through improved technologies and market access.

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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