Launch of Digital Agriculture Mission

The Government of India has approved the Digital Agriculture Mission, aimed at creating a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for agriculture. This initiative includes the development of AgriStack, Krishi Decision Support System (KDSS), and a Soil Fertility & Profile Map to enhance the digital agriculture ecosystem. The mission focuses on providing farmers with timely access to reliable crop-related information and facilitating digital solutions for better agricultural practices. Additionally, the Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) scheme promotes water efficiency through micro-irrigation systems, offering financial assistance to farmers for installation.

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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