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Feb 06, 2026 APEDA showcases India’s fresh produce strength at Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) marked a strong and impactful presence at Fruit Logistica 2026, held from 4 to 6 February 2026 at Messe Berlin, Germany, showcasing the diversity, superior quality and export potential of Indian fruits and vegetables. The India Pavilion at the prestigious global fresh produce trade fair featured active participation from the National Horticulture Board (NHB), Karnataka State Agricultural Produce Processing and Export Corporation Limited (KAPPEC), along with 16 APEDA-registered exporter members. Source: foodtechbiz.com
Feb 06, 2026 Agriculture sector shows robust growth in 2024–25. The agriculture and allied sector in India recorded a Gross Value Added (GVA) growth of 10.4% in 2024–25 at current prices, according to provisional estimates released by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. The increase reflects sustained expansion across crops, livestock, fisheries and horticulture segments, underscoring the resilience of the farm economy in a challenging global environment. Source: fnbnews.com
Feb 06, 2026 Challenges Faced by Approved Units Under Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industries. The Ministry has not observed any operational challenges among the approved units under Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industries (PLISFPI). Support is provided under the PLISFPI scheme to facilitate greater participation of small and medium enterprises and diversification into new and value added product categories. Under the PLISFPI Scheme, 69 applicants and 40 contract manufacturers of the applicants are from Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector. Further, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) provides support to micro enterprises under Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) and Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) Schemes. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 Government Support for Renewable Energy and Sustainability in Food Processing Industry. Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) supports renewable source of energy viz. Solar, Bio-mass, Wind, etc. for the project in the schemes and provides financial assistance for incorporating renewable/alternate energy technologies in food processing units, with a maximum permissible cost of Rs.35 lakh per project under component schemes of Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY). Under component schemes of PMKSY, as per the Scheme guidelines, consent to operate (CTO) issued by the concerned state Pollution board/Agency in respect of Water and Air, is mandatory for release of instalment of Grant-In-Aid/Subsidy to the approved projects. Further, Project Implementation Agency (PIA) has to comply with the requirements of Cold Chain infrastructure as per the directions of Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate change, Government of India with respect to use of Non-ODS (Non- Ozone depleting Substances) and low GWP (Low Global Warming Potential) refrigerants-based energy efficient cooling systems. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 India and Gulf Cooperation Council Sign Terms of Reference for India–GCC Free Trade Agreement. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for the India-GCC Free Trade Agreement (FTA) were signed between Shri Ajay Bhadoo, Additional Secretary and Chief Negotiator, Department of Commerce and Dr. Raja Al Marzouqi, Chief Negotiator, Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, on 5 February 2026 at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi. The signing took place in the presence of Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Shri Jitin Prasada, and Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agrawal. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 India–US Trade Deal: No Compromise on Agriculture or Dairy; Farmers’ Interests Fully Protected: Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Amid opposition allegations surrounding the India–US Trade Deal, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today firmly stated that the agreement fully safeguards India’s agricultural interests, particularly those of the farm and dairy sectors. He underlined that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the deal reflects a new benchmark of diplomacy, development and dignity, with the Prime Minister making it clear from the outset that farmers’ interests are non-negotiable. Addressing the media in Delhi, Shri Chouhan reiterated that India’s staple grains, fruits, major crops, millets and dairy products remain completely secure and face no threat whatsoever. He emphasized that the interests of small and large farmers alike have been fully protected, and that the agreement will create fresh opportunities rather than risks for Indian agriculture. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 National Consultation for Atamanirbharta in Pulse to be held in Sehore under the Chairmanship of Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. To accelerate the country’s goal of achieving self-reliance in pulses, a National Consultation and Strategy Meeting will be held on Saturday, 7thFebruary, 2026 at the Food Legume Research Platform (FLRP), Amlaha, Sehore district. The meeting will be chaired by the Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, Minister of State (Agriculture& Farmers Welfare) ShriBhagirath Choudhary and Shri Ram Nath Thakur and Agriculture Ministers from major pulse-growing states will participate in the programme. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 Discussions held with Nepal and Maldives to enhance cooperation in the agriculture sector. Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a courtesy meeting today at his residence located at 12, Safdarjung Road, in New Delhi with Nepal’s Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Shri Dr. Madan Prasad Pariyar, and Maldives’ State Minister for Agriculture and Animal Welfare, Ahmad Hassan Didi. During the meeting, there was an extensive discussion on further strengthening mutual cooperation in the agriculture sector between India, Nepal, and Maldives. Source: pib.gov.in
Feb 06, 2026 Paperwork underway to unlock India–US trade deal potential soon: Piyush Goyal. India has fully protected sensitive sectors such as agriculture and dairy in the trade deal with the US, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. Emphasising that ensuring energy security of Indians is the 'supreme priority', Goyal told the Parliament on Wednesday that the government aims to diversify energy sources keeping in mind the changing international dynamics. Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Feb 06, 2026 'US-India trade deal in final stages', says Jaishankar; expected to be completed 'soon'. India and the United States are close to sealing a landmark trade agreement, with negotiations now entering their final stretch, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday after high-level meetings in Washington DC. Describing the deal as 'historic', the EAM said it signals the beginning of a new phase in India–US relations, opening up 'vast possibilities' across trade, investment and strategic cooperation. Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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