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16 Apr, 2025 News Image Haryana to join hands with Israel to pioneer agriculture and horticulture growth.
Recently, at the Centre of Excellence for Vegetables, Indo-Israel Project, at Gharounda, Karnal, Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana met with a high-level Israeli team. Collaboration in contemporary horticultural methods was the primary focus. The Israeli team was then invited by Rana to demonstrate the technologies that the center has been developing over the past 14 years. The minister added that since hydroponics and aeroponics utilize less land and water, we need Israel’s assistance in promoting these cutting-edge farming technologies.
 Source:  agrospectrumindia.com
16 Apr, 2025 News Image Organic exports from India surges 35% to $666 m in FY25.
The government on Tuesday said India’s export of organic products jumped 35 per cent to $665.96 million (about ₹5,710 crore) during the 2024-25 fiscal from $494.80 million in the previous year due to a surge mainly in shipments of cereals, tea, spices, medicinal plants, oilseeds and processed foods. In volume terms, the growth was 41 per cent at 0.37 million tonnes (mt) from 0.26 mt.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
16 Apr, 2025 News Image Rising US costs may prompt China to divert goods to India; Govt sets up monitoring cell.
The government has set up an inter-ministerial import surge monitoring group as high tariffs on certain countries like China and Vietnam may lead to diversion of goods to India, the commerce ministry said. It also said that Chinese retaliatory tariffs on US goods could further increase the inflow of US agricultural products into India.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
16 Apr, 2025 News Image Mozambique hit a new record for rice imports in 2024.
Record rice imports last year underscore a growing reliance on foreign countries to cover basic food needs in Mozambique. Data from the annual statistical report by the Bank of Mozambique (BdM) – cited by local news website Dossiers & Factos – shows that the country spent US$441 million on rice imports in 2024, an increase of 38.8 percent over 2023, when it imported US$317.7 million worth. The sharp rise is a combination of increasing domestic consumption and decreasing production as Mozambique’s agriculture sector struggles against structural and climatic factors.
 Source:  macaonews.org
15 Apr, 2025 News Image Italy Eyes Deeper Investment Ties With India, Boost In Bilateral Trade.
Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, on Friday expressed strong interest in expanding economic cooperation with India. Speaking at the 'Italy-India Business, Science and Technology Forum,' Tajani said Italy is keen to invest more in India, increase exports, and encourage greater Indian investments in Italy. He described India as a vital partner for ensuring stability in the Indo-Pacific region—a key factor in strengthening global trade. 'India is an economy with enormous potential, and we are committed to deepening our collaboration,' Tajani said.
 Source:  ddnews.gov.in
15 Apr, 2025 News Image Assam’s aromatic GI-tagged Joha Rice reaches Global shores with first export to Vietnam.
In a significant step towards boosting agricultural exports from the North Eastern Region (NER), Assam’s Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Joha Rice—celebrated for its distinct aroma, soft texture, and nutritional richness—has made its way to international markets.
 Source:  foodtechbiz.com
15 Apr, 2025 News Image Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and Government of Arunachal Pradesh hosts International Conclave cum Buyer-Seller Meet at Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in collaboration with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, hosted an International Conclave cum Buyer-Seller Meet (IBSM) at Kalawangpo Convention Hall in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh to promote agricultural and processed food products exports from Arunachal Pradesh and the broader North-Eastern Region (NER) of India. In his keynote address, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu committed to developing the agricultural & allied sectors, enhancing farmer’s livelihoods, empowering Self-Help Groups and encouraged women led development. He envisions enhancing agri-exports of GI tagged Khaw Tai Rice (known as Khamti Rice), Mandarin Orange, Kiwi, Apple, Persimmon, Yak Cheese (Churpi), amongst others to South East Asian and ASEAN Countries. He encouraged domestic and international buyers to be a boon for the state and invest in the state’s untapped potential.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
15 Apr, 2025 News Image India hosts 8th Meeting of Joint Committee on ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA).
India hosted the 8th meeting of the AITIGA Joint Committee to review the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, from April 07 to 11, 2025. The event was conducted in a hybrid format. The meeting was co-chaired by Shri Rajesh Agrawal, Additional Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India and Deputy Co-Chair Dr. Sugumari S. Shanmugam Senior Director Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, Malaysia. The meeting saw participation from delegates representing ASEAN countries, including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
15 Apr, 2025 News Image India-Italy business ties, India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor get big boost.
Antonio Tajani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy is visiting India from 11-12 April. He was accompanied by the Minister of University and Research, Anna Maria Bernini, and a large delegation of businesses, leading universities and research institutions. During the visit, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held delegation level talks with DPM and FM Tajani. Minister Tajani also met with the Commerce and Industry Minister (CIM). He called on President of India. Minister Bernini with Ministers of State of Science and Technology, and Education.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
15 Apr, 2025 News Image India harvests 38% of wheat area so far in 2025–26 season, says agriculture minister Chouhan.
The country has harvested 38% of the total wheat area of an estimated 32 million hectare so far in the ongoing 2025-26 marketing season, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Sunday. In view of the possibility of good yield of various rabi crops, Chouhan directed the officials to make better procurement arrangements for farmers.
 Source:  m.economictimes.com