High-Level Meeting on Farmers' Grievances Led by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a high-level meeting to address farmers' grievances, emphasizing the establishment of a dedicated portal for complaints and the need for transparency and quick resolution of issues. He highlighted the urgency of addressing complaints related to spurious fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides, and reiterated the importance of selling only certified biostimulants. The meeting also focused on ensuring satisfaction among farmers regarding government schemes and adopting indigenous products in line with the 'Adopt Swadeshi' initiative.

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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