Union Agriculture Minister Reviews ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan conducted a comprehensive review of the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ at ICAR Pusa Campus, focusing on the campaign's outcomes and future strategies for the Rabi season. The initiative aims to enhance income, food security, and position India as a global food basket, with proposals for a targeted 'Crop War' on key crops. Over 2,170 nodal officers presented insights, emphasizing sustainable practices and the need for research prioritization and compliance enforcement.

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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