Union Minister Addresses Agricultural Challenges in Assam and Rajasthan

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with ministers from Assam and Rajasthan to discuss the impact of floods and drought on farmers in Assam. He announced plans to visit affected areas and directed officials to notify suitable crop varieties for Assam. Additionally, he extended the Mission Organic Value Chain Development for one year and emphasized stricter laws against counterfeit seeds and fertilizers during discussions with Rajasthan's minister.

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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