Primary Agricultural Credit Societies.
The Government of India has approved the plan to establish new multipurpose PACS/dairy/fisheries cooperatives, aiming to cover all panchayats and villages in the country over the next five years. As per the National Cooperative Database, a total of 32,802 new PACS, Dairy and Fishery Cooperative Societies have been registered; and 15,793 Dairy and Fisheries Cooperative Societies have been strengthened as on 20.01.2026 across the country. Independent or third-party evaluation of the newly formed multipurpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), dairy and fisheries cooperatives have not been contemplated, yet.
Source: pib.gov.in
Cultivation of dragon fruit offers a good long-term option to farmers in Karur district.
Cultivation of dragon fruit has found its place among farmers in Karur district. The cultivation of the fruit, which is valued for its rich antioxidant content, is limited to a few places in the State. With the intention of promoting the cultivation of the fruit, the State government came up with a subsidy scheme a few years ago. It was increased to Rs.1.62 lakh an hectare in 2025-26 from Rs.96,000 per hectare. While small and marginal farmers are eligible to get 100% subsidy, the others can claim 75% subsidy.
Source: thehindu.com
'India’s pomegranate supply shifts as Maharashtra’s season ends'.
Maharashtra's pomegranate export season is coming to an end, with Gujarat and Rajasthan now filling the gap, says Prasad Chavan of fresh produce exporter ACRES EXIM. 'Demand continues to stay high in Gulf countries like the UAE, but Maharashtra cannot fully meet volumes, so buyers turned to Rajasthan through January, and will source from Gujarat for the next 2 to 3 months. With Ramzan next month, we already see a 40-45% spike in orders versus last month.'
Source: freshplaza.com
Trump Announces Trade Deal With India to Reduce Tariffs.
President Trump said on Monday that the United States had reached a trade agreement with India that would reduce some of the punishing tariffs the United States had placed on Indian imports. The deal, as Mr. Trump described it on social media, would roll back some of his tariffs in return for India dropping its tariffs on some American goods and ceasing purchases of Russian oil.
Source: nytimes.com
Centre expands support for micro & small food processing enterprises under PMFME.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has reinforced its commitment to strengthen micro and small food processing enterprises across the country by scaling up financial, technical and market-linked support under the PM formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme. The initiative aims to empower micro food entrepreneurs, particularly in rural areas, by facilitating access to credit, promoting formalisation, and creating stronger linkages to markets. Under the expanded support framework, eligible enterprises will receive financial assistance for both setting up new units and upgrading existing ones to enhance productivity and product quality.
Source: fnbnews.com
MoFPI strengthens modern jaggery processing infrastructure to boost sector growth.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has stepped up efforts to modernise and expand India’s jaggery processing sector by extending financial incentives and infrastructure support through key central government schemes. Under flagship programmes such as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), the Production Linked Incentive scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) and the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme, the ministry is incentivising the establishment and expansion of modern jaggery processing units across the country. These initiatives are designed to encourage the adoption of improved technologies, enhance product quality, and ensure compliance with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations, thereby facilitating better market access and export potential.
Source: fnbnews.com
Centre reviews implementation of PMKSY, over 1,190 projects completed.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) on Thursday provided an update on the implementation and utilisation of funds under the flagship Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), highlighting significant progress in project approvals and completions across the country. As of December 31, 2025, a total of 1,607 projects have been approved under various components of PMKSY, of which 1,196 have been completed or operationalised, while the remaining 411 are at various stages of implementation. Delays in some cases were attributed to statutory clearances from agencies such as pollution control boards, electricity and water authorities and licensing bodies, which are prerequisites for grant releases.
Source: fnbnews.com
Centre promotes modern processing technologies to boost food sector competitiveness.
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has underscored its commitment to modernising the food processing ecosystem by supporting adoption of advanced processing technologies. The initiative aims to enhance productivity, quality and competitiveness of Indian food products in domestic and global markets.
Source: fnbnews.com
Union Minister Shri Chirag Paswan Calls for Countering Misinformation on Processed Foods.
The Union Minister for Food Processing Industries, Shri Chirag Paswan, today chaired the second meeting of the Committee constituted to counter misleading publicity related to processed foods, held at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The meeting was attended by committee members, senior officials, industry leaders and representatives of industry associations.
Source: pib.gov.in
Progress of Area Coverage under Rabi Crops as on 30th January 2026.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has released the progress of area coverage under rabi crops as on 30th January 2026.
Source: pib.gov.in