11 Sep, 2024 News Image India-UAE Bilateral Trade Relationship Set For Transformation: Piyush Goyal.

Goyal emphasised that the UAE's forward-looking vision for the next 50 years aligns closely with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a prosperous India. He noted that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two nations will usher in a new era of bilateral trade, fostering growth across sectors and setting the stage for innovative collaborations.


 Source:  businessworld.in
11 Sep, 2024 News Image 4% growth in food grains production a must to exceed targeted 400 million tonnes by 2047 .
For food grain production in India to reach 400–435 million tonnes a year, a 4% growth was required in the midst of challenges, to measure up to the country’s march towards the top position by 2047 with $35 trillion economy, Trilochan Mohapatra, chairperson, Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority, Government of India, and former Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, told graduands of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) on Monday.
 

 Source:  thehindu.com
11 Sep, 2024 News Image LAHDC Leh hosts Kisan Mela 2024; Local farmers display horticultural excellence.

The annual Kisan Mela Cum Fruit Exhibition, hosted by the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh, was a resounding success at the Horticulture Complex, Agling, Leh. The event was graced by Hon’ble Chairman/CEC LAHDC, Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, who served as the Chief Guest, and Hon’ble Executive Councillor for Horticulture, Ghulam Mehdi, as the Guest of Honour. Tsewang Phuntsog, Director of Horticulture UT Ladakh, also attended the event.


 Source:  10net.in
11 Sep, 2024 News Image All farmers to get unique IDs, similar to Aadhaar cards, in the next three years.
Every farmer in the country will have his/her own unique ‘Farmer ID’, similar to an Aadhaar card, in the next three years with six crore of them getting it in 2024-25.
These IDs, created and maintained by the state govts/UTs, will be linked to various farmer-related data, including land records, livestock ownership, crops sown, and availed benefits.

 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
11 Sep, 2024 News Image Lulu Group Aims To Up Agricultural Sourcing From India To Rs.15,000 Crore In 2 Years: CMD.

UAE-headquartered retailer Lulu Group is looking to increase the quantum of Indian agri procurements to Rs 15,000 crore in the next two years as it expands its network globally, a top company official said on Tuesday.


 Source:  freepressjournal.in
11 Sep, 2024 News Image Millet is India's 'golden grain': NE agricultural body hails rising production.

Millet has emerged as India's 'golden grain' due to its health benefits and rising production levels, according to North-Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation’s (NERAMAC) Managing Director Commodore (Retd) Rajiv Ashok.


 Source:  indiatodayne.in
11 Sep, 2024 News Image China may have been the source of GMO rice in Pakistan organic Basmati consignment.

The 'needle of suspicion' points to China in the European Union detecting the presence of genetically modified (GM) rice in an organic Basmati rice export consignment from Pakistan.


 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
11 Sep, 2024 News Image Transforming India s Food Security With Irradiation Technology: Chirag Paswan

The importance of food extends far beyond basic sustenance. It plays a central role in our festivals, social gatherings, and rituals, reflecting our cultural identity and social dynamics. Economically, the food industry drives growth, creates jobs, and fosters rural and agricultural development.


 Source:  statetimes.in
11 Sep, 2024 News Image Kuwaiti delegation to join World Food India conference.

The Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, HE Adarsh Swaika, announced that a high-level Kuwaiti delegation will attend the 'World Food India' (WFI) conference, organized by India’s Ministry of Food Processing Industries in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), from September 19 to 22.


 Source:  arabtimesonline.com
10 Sep, 2024 News Image India may start supplying potatoes and pomegranates to Russia.

Indian farmers are studying the possibility of supplying potatoes and pomegranates to the Russian market. Rosselkhoznadzor discussed this issue with the competent authority of India.


 Source:  myeconomy.ru