Union Minister Assures Fertilizer Supply to Telangana Farmers

Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to discuss fertilizer availability in the state. The Chief Minister requested uninterrupted urea supply for the peak Kharif season, and the Minister assured support to meet farmers' demands. Concerns were raised about excessive urea consumption, with a 21% increase noted in Rabi 2024-25 compared to the previous year. The PM PRANAM scheme was highlighted to promote balanced fertilizer use and sustainable farming practices.

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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