WFP's Carl Skau Commends India's Progress in Food Security

Mr. Carl Skau, Deputy Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP), met with Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, to discuss WFP's engagements and India's advancements in food security. The meeting highlighted India's role in global food security, innovations in agriculture, and the importance of South-South cooperation. Skau praised India's efforts in social protection and climate-resilient livelihoods, emphasizing the potential for knowledge exchange to support other nations.

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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