Significant Increase in Rabi Crop Coverage Reported by Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare reported a substantial increase in the area coverage of rabi crops, reaching a total of 676.84 lakh hectares by January 30, 2026 — an increase of 15.88 lakh hectares compared to the previous year. The area sown for pulses rose by 5.03 lakh hectares, with gram showing a significant rise of 4.98 lakh hectares. This reflects a robust growth in rabi sowing activities in India this season.

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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