Cold Storage
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare is implementing various schemes to provide financial assistance for establishing cold storage facilities for perishable horticultural produce across India. Key initiatives include the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), which offers subsidies for cold storage construction, and the Capital Investment Subsidy scheme
Organic Farming
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare is promoting organic farming through two key initiatives: the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) and the Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region (MOVCDNER). These schemes provide financial assistance to farmers for organic farming practices, including production, processing, certification, and marketing.
Drought
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a review meeting with Andhra Pradesh officials to address challenges faced by drought-affected districts. Discussions included organic farming, the Palm Oil Mission, and the development of an Integrated Action Plan to provide sustainable solutions for farmers. A team of experts will visit
Bharat Organics Mela
Union Minister of State for Cooperation, Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar, inaugurated the Bharat Organics Mela 2025 at the World Trade Centre, New Delhi. The event showcased the cooperative model's potential to empower small farmers and promote organic food accessibility. With over 7,000 cooperatives from 19 states, the
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted the significance of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' as a dedicated initiative aimed at improving farmers' conditions. During a review meeting at the Indian Institute of Vegetable Research in Varanasi, he emphasized the importance of addressing issues like fake