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09 Jul, 2025 News Image Brazil aims to triple trade flows with India, Lula says.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday his country aims to triple trade flows with India from $12 billion last year "in the short term," without giving a more specific time frame. Speaking alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a state visit in Brasilia, Lula also said Brazilian planemaker Embraer (EMBR3.SA), opens new tab wants to strengthen its presence in India, partnering with companies there.
 Source:  reuters.com
09 Jul, 2025 News Image Digital Platforms Driving Efficiency and Accountability in Agricultural Schemes, says Agriculture Secretary Dr Devesh Chaturvedi.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (Mechanization & Technology Division) organized a one-day national workshop on the Implementation of the Online Centralized Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Platform Version 2.0 and the NaMo Drone Didi Yojana in New Delhi today. The event was graced by Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary, DA&FW, Dr. Pramod Kumar Meherda, Additional Secretary, and Smt S. Rukmani, Joint Secretary (M&T). The workshop was attended by the officers from the Central Ministries, Stare Agriculture & Rural Development Departments and the Lead Fertilizer Companies. The Secretary inaugurated the workshop and unveiled the Crop-Specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for application of various forms of soil and plant nutrients using drones in agriculture. These SOPs will provide scientific guidance and uniformity in drone operations across the country.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
08 Jul, 2025 News Image Active negotiations on with over dozen countries for finalising bilateral investment treaties: Official.
India is actively negotiating bilateral investment treaties (BITs) with over a dozen countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel, Oman, European Union, Switzerland, Russia, and Australia, a government official said. Besides these nations, talks are underway with Tajikistan, Cambodia, Uruguay, Maldives, Switzerland, and Kuwait.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image Raise maize productivity without GM technology, Shivraj Chouhan tells scientists.
Indian Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday pledged to ensure maize farmers receive a fair price for their produce. Emphasising the critical need for crop diversification in Punjab and Haryana, he stated that the government aims to expand maize cultivation, targeting a significant increase in production from the current 42.28 million tonnes (mt) to 86 mt by 2047. However, he made it clear that this productivity boost must occur without the use of genetic modification technology.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image Arunachal seeks ICAR support to boost agriculture & horticulture.
Arunachal Pradesh agriculture minister Gabriel D Wangsu on Monday sought robust institutional support from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to boost the state's agriculture, horticulture and allied sectors while addressing the 96th annual general meeting of the ICAR Society in New Delhi on Monday. Wangsu presented a detailed 10-point proposal, highlighting the state's unique agro-climatic potential and its significant contribution to India's kiwi production, an official statement said.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, we are dedicated to building a developed India – Union Minister Shri Chouhan.
Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired the 96th Annual General Meeting of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) today at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, National Agricultural Science Complex, New Delhi. More than 18 Union and State Ministers participated in the meeting. Attendees included Union Minister of State for Agriculture Shri Bhagirath Choudhary; Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh; Union Ministers of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Shri S.P. Baghel and Shri George Kurian; Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Horticulture Shri Gabriel D. Wangsu; Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Shri Vijay Kumar Sinha; Bihar Minister for Animal and Fisheries Resources Smt. Renu Devi; Madhya Pradesh Minister for Horticulture and Food Processing Shri Narayan Singh Kushwah; Mizoram Agriculture Minister Shri P.C. Vanlalruata; Haryana Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries Minister Shri Shyam Singh Rana; Uttar Pradesh Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Shri Dharampal Singh; Karnataka Agriculture Minister Shri N. Cheluvaraya Swamy; Uttar Pradesh Minister for Agriculture, Education and Research Shri Surya Pratap Shahi; Odisha Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Shri Gokulananda Mallik; Madhya Pradesh Minister for Farmers’ Welfare and Agriculture Development Shri Adal Singh Kansana; and Union Agriculture Secretary Shri Devesh Chaturvedi.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
08 Jul, 2025 News Image India-Sri Lanka livestock meet eyes joint R&D, trade co-operation.
In a move aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in the livestock and poultry sectors, the CLFMA of India in association with the Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) and the World Poultry Science Association – Sri Lanka Branch hosted the India-SriLanka Livestock meet in Colombo last week. The two day event on July 1 and 2 marked the formal beginning of an institutional dialogue between the two nations and set the stage for collaborative action in areas such as animal health, feed innovation, policy alignment, and knowledge exchange, a CLFMA release said.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image The rise of India’s moringa economy.
A staple in South Indian kitchens, drumsticks or moringa (Moringa oleifera), has gained international acclaim, often toured as a 'superfood'. Tamil Nadu, where it is locally known as murungai, leads moringa production and area in India. Moringa, native to India, has long been valued in various traditional practices for its versatility. Different parts of the plant, from seeds to roots, are used in food and folk remedies. It is said to be a source of vitamins, antioxidants, amino acids, and minerals. 'According to research, it contains seven times more Vitamin C than oranges, and 17 times more calcium than milk. These properties have sparked global interests especially in the wellness and natural health industries.'
 Source:  india.mongabay.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image India and US edge closer to mini trade deal: Key sectors excluded.
India and the US are nearing a mini trade deal with politically and economically sensitive sectors of dairy and agriculture likely to be excluded from the pact, officials said. 'The deal is in its conclusion phase,' said an official. 'Most issues related to agri may be discussed later. As of now, they seem to be out of the ambit of this phase of the deal,' the official said, adding that the agreement could be announced in the next two days.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
08 Jul, 2025 News Image India: Goa’s vegetable imports down by 25%, 10% now being exported, says Chief Minister.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that Goa has reduced its dependence on imported vegetables by 25% and has begun exporting nearly 10% of its produce, a significant shift driven by local agricultural initiatives and support systems.
 Source:  hortidaily.com