Kharif Crop Coverage Progress Report 2025

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the progress report on area coverage under Kharif crops as of July 11, 2025. The report indicates a total area of 597.86 lakh hectares sown, showing an increase of 37.27 lakh hectares compared to 2024. Key crops include rice, pulses, coarse cereals, oilseeds, sugarcane, jute, and cotton, with varying degrees of increase or decrease in area sown compared to the previous year.

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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