West Bengal's Limited Participation in National Cooperative Initiatives

The Ministry of Cooperation of India has launched multiple initiatives to enhance the cooperative sector nationwide, including the computerization and establishment of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) across India. Despite these efforts being uniformly available to all states, West Bengal's participation in these national programs remains significantly lower compared to other states.

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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