Support for Rural Agri-Tech Startups and Women Entrepreneurs

The Ministry of Science and Technology's Department of Science and Technology (DST) is promoting rural agri-tech startups and women entrepreneurs through the NIDHI-PRAYAS program, which provides funding, incubation infrastructure, and business support. The Startup India initiative further enhances this ecosystem with various funding schemes and support for women-led startups. The program aims to foster innovation, commercialization, and social enterprises in rural areas, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, with a focus on empowering women in entrepreneurship.

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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