Government Increases Gunny Bag Charges by 40%

The Government of India has raised the usage charges for gunny bags by nearly 40%, from Rs. 7.32 to Rs. 10.22 per bag, to provide financial relief to State Governments and Union Territories. This decision aims to enhance procurement operations and support sustainable packaging practices, following requests from various states. The revised rates will be effective from the Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26 onwards.

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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