Impact of Farmer Welfare Schemes on Financial Stability

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare highlights the positive effects of various welfare schemes on farmers' financial stability. Key initiatives include the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 22 crops, the PM-KISAN scheme providing Rs 6,000 annually to land-holding farmers, the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) offering financial support for crop losses, and the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme facilitating concessional loans. The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) has also mobilized significant investments in post-harvest management projects, enhancing the agricultural sector's growth and modernization.

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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