CSIR-NIIST and NECTAR Collaborate to Launch Vegan Leather Manufacturing in Northeast India

The CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR) to establish vegan leather manufacturing units in Northeast India. This initiative aims to convert agro-waste into sustainable products, supporting local farmers and women-led self-help groups. The collaboration aligns with national missions promoting entrepreneurship and environmental sustainability. Additionally, CSIR-NIIST announced a partnership with GIZ to develop solar-integrated building technologies.

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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