Progress Update on Summer Crop Area Coverage

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the latest figures for summer crop area coverage as of May 1, 2026. The report shows variations in crop areas when compared to last year's data, with notable increases in the area dedicated to pulses, coarse cereals, and oilseeds, while rice shows a slight decrease. The overall area sown this year totals 81.60 lakh hectares, marking an increase from the previous year.

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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