New Delhi/Bhopal, July 27 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh has won the first prize for its overall performance in the agriculture and horticulture sector at the International Agriculture & Horticulture Expo-2026 held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Monday. Congratulating the state’s farmers, agricultural scientists and officials, Yadav said the award reflected Madhya Pradesh’s growing strength in horticulture and the government’s efforts to promote value additi…
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Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Indian and New Zealand on Saturday announced to work together on next steps for the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to ensure its early entry into force and effective implementation.Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon also announced to work towards doubling bilateral two-way trade in goods and services to NZ$7 billion (Rs 35,000 crore) by 2030.The FTA, signed on April 27 this year, removes tariffs on 100 per cent of…
Agartala, July 10 (IANS) Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Friday flagged off a consignment of the state’s organic agricultural products for export to Gulf countries through a Dubai-based organisation, describing the initiative as a major milestone in expanding international market access for Tripura’s farmers. Addressing the flagging-off ceremony, the Minister said that the Dubai-based organisation is one of the largest full-fledged retail marketing organisatio…
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Gujarat has been conferred the ‘Agriculture Leadership Award 2026’ for its performance in the horticulture sector at the 17th Agriculture Leadership Conclave held in New Delhi, marking the state’s latest national recognition for its agricultural initiatives. The award was presented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in the presence of Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde. Gujarat Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani accepted the award on behalf of the state government…
Agartala, July 2 (IANS) Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Thursday announced that the state government would expand mango cultivation across an additional 55 hectares of land in mountainous Dhalai district, besides providing more infrastructure and financial assistance to strengthen the livelihoods of mango growers and enhance their income. The Minister made the announcement after inaugurating the Monsoon Mango Festival 2026 at Narikelkunja in tribal people inha…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 2 (IANS) In a move that could open new avenues for sustainable biofuel production and reduce post-harvest losses in the horticulture sector, CSIR–National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR–NIIST) at Thiruvananthapuram has entered into a partnership with Hyderabad-based biotechnology start-up 3CousinLabs (3CL) to evaluate the commercial potential of producing ethanol from seasonal fruits. The collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of…
Kota, June 29 (IANS) A farmers’ workshop on natural farming was organised in Kota on Monday under the guidance of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Around 1,000 farmers participated in the workshop, gaining insights into modern techniques for increasing income through natural farming, low-cost and high-quality cultivation, improved productivity, agricultural marketing, animal husbandry and horticulture.On the occasion, a book on natural farming was released, and progressive farmers who had made outsta…
Bhopal/Rewa, June 27 (IANS) The famous Sundarja mango of Madhya Pradesh’s Rewa district is gaining recognition not only across India but also in international markets.Known for its rich aroma, unique taste, and nutritional value, the mango has become the identity of the Govindgarh region and a source of pride for the state.According to the Madhya Pradesh government, the Sundarja mango grows only in Govindgarh because the area’s soil, climate, and temperature are ideal for the variety.It ripens n…
New Delhi/Agartala, June 27 (IANS) Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Saturday said that the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026, organised in New Delhi, is aimed at realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. Addressing the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026, the Minister said that the event will showcase Tripura’s agricultural excellence and rich cultural heritage on the global stage.He said that the pri…
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated India’s first export consignment of Uttarakhand’s premium litchi from Dehradun to Italy, marking the product’s entry into the European market, an official statement said on Friday.The export initiative has also resulted in improved returns for growers, with farmers receiving prices approximately 25 per cent higher than prevailing domestic market rates.The inaugural consignment,…