Silkworm Rearing Sheds Under Silk Samagra-2 Scheme

The Ministry of Textiles has reported that 36,404 silkworm rearing sheds have been sanctioned, with 28,570 constructed under the Silk Samagra-2 scheme. The scheme aims to provide central assistance for the construction of rearing houses across various states and union territories. A review of subsidy norms is currently underway following representations from state governments. This information was shared by Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, in a Lok Sabha session.

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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