Union Agriculture Minister Engages with Farmers in Telangana

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers in Telangana as part of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan', celebrating the campaign's 12-day milestone. He praised farmers for adopting diversification and integrated farming practices, which have improved their production and income. The Minister emphasized the government's commitment to agricultural advancement, food security, and the establishment of millets as a globally recognized grain. He also announced the Market Intervention Scheme to support farmers of tomatoes, potatoes, and onions.

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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