Union Minister Reviews Agriculture and Rural Development in Jammu & Kashmir

Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the importance of a developed Jammu & Kashmir for India's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' during a review meeting with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Key initiatives include the establishment of a ₹150-crore Clean Plant Center, support for farmers under PM-KISAN, and the launch of a tissue culture lab for saffron production. The government aims to enhance agricultural infrastructure, improve road connectivity, and empower rural women through various schemes.

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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