Direct Insurance Claims to Farmers' Accounts Under PM Fasal Bima Yojana

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the direct transfer of ₹3,900 crore in crop insurance claims to 35 lakh farmers' bank accounts under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. The initiative demonstrates the government's commitment to farmer welfare, with significant financial support and various schemes aimed at improving farmers' livelihoods. The event, held in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, was attended by state officials and farmers, highlighting the government's focus on agricultural development and support for 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