Govt plans to redirect 90 lakh tonne FCI broken rice to ethanol industry from next year: Food Sec.
The Centre is set to approach the Cabinet with a proposal to reduce the allocation of broken rice in grains distributed under the public distribution system from 25 per cent to 10 per cent, a move that would free roughly 90 lakh tonne of broken rice annually for the ethanol sector, Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra said on Tuesday. The move comes as global crude oil prices have jumped around 40 per cent in the past three weeks.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Government Expands DEH Initiative to Boost District-Level Export Competitiveness.
Under the Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative, mechanisms in the form of State Export Promotion Committees (SEPC) and District Export Promotion Committees (DEPC) have been constituted in all 36 States/UTs. Draft District Export Action Plans (DEAPs) of 590 districts have been prepared, out of which 249 have been formally notified by the respective DEPCs.
Source: pib.gov.in
India’s Total Exports Rise to USD 714.73 Billion in FY 2025–26 (Apr–Jan).
India’s trade performance has remained robust and resilient, with exports recording a steady upward trajectory both in the current fiscal year (FY 2025–26, Apr–Jan) and over the longer term (FY 2021–25). Despite persistent global uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, and volatile commodity prices, India’s exports have continued to expand in a broad-based manner.
Source: pib.gov.in
Government Launches Twin Initiatives DDKY and National Mission on Natural Farming to Boost Productivity, Sustainability and Farmer Welfare.
The Union Cabinet approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) on 25th November 2024 as a centrally sponsored scheme with an overall outlay of Rs. 2481 crore. The Mission aims to strengthen agriculture practices with scientifically backed approaches, towards sustainability, climate resilience and safe food. The Mission focuses on improving soil health, restoring ecosystems and reducing input cost to the farmers.
Source: pib.gov.in
100 Districts in Focus: Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (DDKY) to Drive India’s Next Agriculture Boost.
The 100 districts under Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya,Krishi Yojana (DDKY) have been identified on the basis of three key indicators of low crop productivity, low cropping intensity, and less agricultural credit disbursement. The DDKY scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, increase adoption of crop diversification and sustainable agricultural practices, augment post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block levels, improve irrigation facilities, and facilitate availability of long-term and short-term credit.
Source: pib.gov.in
Progress of Area Coverage under Summer Crops as on 20.03.2026.
Progress of Area Coverage under Summer Crops as on 20.03.2026.
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India introduces logistics relief for delayed export cargo.
India's logistics sector has introduced a set of measures to manage cost and operational pressure on exporters and importers following disruptions to maritime trade routes. Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority has announced a temporary waiver of ground rent and storage charges for cargo affected by delays. Concessions on reefer container plug-in fees have also been introduced, targeting perishable shipments such as fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood, and processed food.
Source: freshplaza.com
APEDA launches Veg.Net Portal to strengthen traceability for exports of drumstick and green chilies to European Union.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced the launch of the Veg.Net portal, a landmark digital platform set to go live in March 2026. This initiative is designed to fortify India’s agri-export ecosystem by ensuring strict compliance with European Union (EU) requirements for Green Chilies and Drumsticks, commodities that have faced heightened scrutiny in recent audits.
Source: agrospectrumindia.com
France tightens agrochemical rules: APEDA warns exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has issued a critical advisory to exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables to France following a notified order adopted by French authorities pursuant to Article 54 of Regulation (EC) No 178/2002.
Source: agrospectrumindia.com
APEDA exports 25 tonnes of GI-tagged Joha rice from Assam to UK and Italy.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, facilitated the first export of 25 metric tonnes of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Joha Rice from Assam to the United Kingdom and Italy. The consignment was dispatched on March 12 in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Government of Assam, according to a press release from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
Source: thenewsmill.com