Ministry of Textiles Reviews Jute Cultivation, Signs MoU to Boost Jute Value Chain in North East

The Ministry of Textiles, led by Secretary Neelam Shami Rao, held a State Agriculture Conference to assess jute cultivation strategies and preparedness for the current crop season. Key stakeholders from major jute-producing states, along with organizations such as the National Jute Board and Jute Corporation of India, participated in the meeting. The Ministry emphasized initiatives like the Jute-ICARE Scheme and presented geospatial technologies for efficient crop monitoring. A significant Memorandum of Understanding was signed to enhance jute cultivation systems in the North Eastern Region, focusing on market access, procurement, and processing advancements.

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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