NBA Releases ₹43.22 Lakh for Access Benefit Sharing

The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹43.22 lakh in patent-linked Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) funds, marking a significant step in equitable sharing of benefits derived from Indian biological resources. The funds, generated from Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) applications, will be distributed to sixteen State Biodiversity Boards for community-based conservation and livelihood initiatives, reinforcing India's commitment to the Nagoya Protocol.

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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