Union Agriculture Minister Reviews Agricultural Practices in Punjab

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited Punjab, interacting with farmers at Kisan Chaupal in Nurpur Bet and reviewing agricultural machinery. He witnessed demonstrations of advanced farming equipment, including a combine harvester and a smart seeder, and urged farmers to adopt sustainable practices to manage crop residue and improve soil fertility. The Minister also visited a beekeeping center, discussing government support for rural livelihoods.

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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