Union Agriculture Minister Emphasizes Farmer-Centric Research and Modernization

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted the importance of developed agriculture for a prosperous India during a press conference in Indore. He announced a 44% increase in food grain production over the past 11 years and introduced the 'Lab-to-Land' initiative to bridge the gap between agricultural research and practical farming. Future consultations will focus on major crops, with an emphasis on farmer-led innovations, mechanization, and disease-resistant varieties to enhance productivity and sustainability in 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