Paddy Harvesting Season 2025 Sees Sharp Drop in Farm Fires in Punjab and Haryana

The 2025 paddy harvesting season ended with a significant decline in farm fire incidents in Punjab and Haryana, attributed to the effective implementation of State-specific Action Plans and stricter enforcement measures by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). Punjab and Haryana recorded their lowest farm fire incidents, with substantial reductions from previous years as a result of comprehensive crop residue management strategies. This effort is expected to result in sustained air quality improvements in the coming years.

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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