Nominations Open for National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has announced the opening of nominations for the National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025, recognizing excellence in the livestock and dairy sector. Nominations will be accepted from August 15 to September 15, with awards presented on National Milk Day, November 26. The awards aim to promote indigenous cattle and buffalo breeds and will include categories for best dairy farmers, cooperatives, and artificial insemination technicians, with significant cash prizes for winners.

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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