Ministry of Cooperation Launches National Multi-State Cooperative Societies

The Ministry of Cooperation, with approval from the Union Cabinet, has launched three national-level multi-state cooperative societies registered under the MSCS Act, 2002: National Cooperative Exports Limited, National Cooperative Organics Limited, and Bharatiya Beej 0Sahakari Samiti Limited. These societies aim to enhance sectoral awareness and membership, with over 60,000 members enrolled nationwide. They are working through MoUs with state nodal agencies to integrate small and marginal farmers and enhance lab support for organic certification. The announcement was made by Union Minister for Home and Cooperation Shri Amit Shah.

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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