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Apr 15, 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
Apr 15, 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
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Indore to host wheat conclave on April 24-25.
The second WPPS (Wheat Products Promotion Society) CEO conclave with the theme 'Wheat and wheat products: Collaborating for sustainable growth and market leadership' at Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on April 24-25. Over 400 industry leaders, international delegates, and policymakers are expected to participate in the conclave.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Apr 15, 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
Apr 15, 2025 News Image India finds a place in EU's expanding €2 trillion trade playbook as bloc's ties with US sour.
The European Union is racing to clinch trade deals with countries around the world in an effort to diversify away from an increasingly protectionist US as officials worry that the transatlantic relationship has been irreversibly damaged. The bloc’s chief trade negotiator, Maros Sefcovic, will travel to Washington on Monday to lobby for a reduction in the tariffs President Donald Trump imposed on €380 billion ($432 billion) of the bloc’s exports.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Apr 15, 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
Apr 15, 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
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Agricultural sector in Meghalaya’s goal of a $10-billion economy.
Envisioning a transformation of the State into a $10-billion economy by 2028, Meghalaya stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Central to the State’s economic ambition is Meghalaya’s agricultural sector which sustains over 80 per cent of our population and forms the backbone of rural livelihoods in the State. With the State’s growing needs to harness technology for systemic development and upgradation, the Government of Meghalaya has launched transformative initiatives aimed at empowering farmers, enhancing sustainability and fostering economic growth.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Trump’s tariffs and India’s agri sector: Navigating challenges, finding opportunities.
The recent announcement by US President Donald Trump to implement a 26 per cent reciprocal tariff on Indian goods has understandably sparked concern across various sectors, including agriculture. (It has now been paused for 90 days, though). For India, the implications of such a move aren’t black and white—they fall into a grey zone of mixed outcomes. Some segments feel the heat, while others find unexpected openings.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Farmer to food processor: Unlocking value addition for economic resilience in Indian agriculture.
As global food systems evolve, India’s agricultural future depends not just on growing more, but on growing smarter. The path from farmer to food processor represents a powerful shift: one that can unlock economic resilience, create rural jobs and strengthen climate adaptation at the grassroots. Yet this transformation must begin by addressing the ground realities.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com