Union Minister Approves Crop Procurement in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the procurement of major pulses and oilseeds in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat for the Kharif 2025–26 season, including 100% procurement of urad and tur. The total procurement is valued at ₹13,890.60 crore, aimed at benefiting farmers directly. The process will be conducted transparently through digital portals with biometric authentication to ensure that only genuine farmers benefit from the scheme.

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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