Odisha's Millet Day Celebration Highlights Agricultural Progress

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the 'Mandia Dibasa' (Millet Day) in Bhubaneswar, praising Odisha's leadership in promoting millets as a sustainable agricultural practice. He emphasized the importance of integrating millets into nutrition schemes and acknowledged the significant role of women farmers in this initiative. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi also highlighted the state's agricultural advancements under Prime Minister Modi's guidance, showcasing millets as a vital part of Odisha's economy and heritage.

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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