Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Advocates Simplified Agricultural Finance on Civil Services Day

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, called for the simplification of agricultural loan processes during a panel discussion on Civil Services Day. He emphasized the importance of trust and practical systems over mere credit, highlighting the need for a more humane, balanced approach in dealing with farmers. Shri Chouhan also stressed the significance of integrated farming to uplift small farmer incomes and advocated for greater financial support and adequate rural banking resources to meet the demands of modern agriculture.

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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