Union Agriculture Minister Engages with Punjab Farmers During Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan interacted with Punjab farmers on the 8th day of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, which has reached its halfway mark, engaging millions of farmers. The campaign aims to connect agricultural research with farming practices, emphasizing modern techniques like direct seeding of paddy. The Minister highlighted record-high production in various crops and outlined future agricultural policies based on grassroots data. He also praised Punjab's agricultural contributions and discussed the potential for horticulture in the region.

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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