Kharif Crop Area and Production Estimates 2025-26

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has reported that sowing operations for Kharif 2025-26 are ongoing, with first advance estimates for major crops yet to be released. The government is implementing various measures, including the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana for crop insurance and the National Food Security and Nutrition Mission to enhance food production. Year-on-year data shows fluctuations in the area sown and production of key crops like rice, maize, and cotton over the past three years.

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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