Shivraj Singh Chouhan Advocates for Agricultural Mechanization in Punjab

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, visited a farm mechanization factory in Patiala, Punjab, emphasizing the need for affordable agricultural tools for small farmers and the importance of mechanization in increasing productivity. He outlined key objectives for agriculture, including food security and establishing India as a global food basket, while also stressing the need for high-quality seeds and climate-adapted farming techniques. Chouhan called for India to become an exporter of agricultural machinery and highlighted the importance of targeted subsidies for deserving farmers.

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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