FAO Celebrates 80 Years of Partnership with India on World Food Day 2025

On World Food Day 2025, Agriculture Secretary Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi highlighted India's transformation from food deficiency to self-sufficiency, marking the 80th anniversary of the FAO. He emphasized the importance of nutrition-sensitive agriculture and India's role in global food security, supported by innovative policies and international collaboration. The event featured the release of FAO's coffee table book, celebrating its partnership with India, and called for deeper international cooperation to address global food challenges.

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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