GST Reforms for Agricultural Machinery: Major Relief for Farmers

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced significant GST reforms during a meeting with agricultural machinery representatives, reducing GST rates from 12% and 18% to 5%, effective September 22. This reduction will lower the prices of various agricultural equipment, providing substantial financial relief to farmers. The government aims to ensure that these benefits reach farmers directly, minimizing the role of middlemen. Information about these changes will be communicated to farmers during the upcoming 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' starting October 3.

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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