Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Unveils Strategic Agricultural Initiatives at Lucknow Conference

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized regional-specific agricultural planning at the Northern Regional Agriculture Conference in Lucknow. Focused on self-reliance in pulses and oilseeds, farmer income enhancement, and integrated sustainable agricultural practices, Shri Chouhan highlighted the need for regional adaptations in agricultural policy. Key initiatives include Kisan Credit Card expansion, Farmer ID creation, and strict laws against fake agricultural inputs. Emphasizing natural farming and agricultural diversification, the conference aimed at making agriculture profitable and farmer-centric with collaborative efforts from the Centre and states.

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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