Union Agriculture Minister Leads Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan is spearheading the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA), a 15-day national campaign aimed at connecting scientific research with grassroots agriculture. Launched on May 29, 2025, the initiative targets over 1.5 crore farmers across 700+ districts, supported by 16,000 agricultural scientists and 2,170 teams. The campaign emphasizes modern farming techniques, soil health, and sustainable practices to enhance productivity and food security, while also engaging directly with farmers to gather feedback and promote inclusive agricultural development.

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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