Fisheries Sector Boost in India Through Government Schemes

The Government of India, through the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has committed over Rs. 39,272 crore since 2015 to enhance the country's fisheries sector. Multiple schemes have been implemented to increase fish production, improve infrastructure, and support fishers' welfare. Significant initiatives include the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana and the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund. These investments aim to modernize the fisheries industry, promote aquaculture, and improve the socio-economic conditions of fishers across various states, notably in Tamil Nadu.

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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