Union Minister Chairs Meeting to Boost Cotton Productivity in Coimbatore

Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a significant meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, focusing on enhancing cotton productivity in India. The meeting included discussions with various stakeholders, including agriculture ministers from multiple states, on the challenges and strategies for improving cotton production. Emphasizing the importance of high-quality cotton for the textile industry, Chouhan highlighted the need for modern technologies and virus-resistant seeds to address declining productivity. He also stressed the government's commitment to farmers' welfare and the goal of achieving self-sufficiency in cotton production.

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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