The Government of India is actively working to increase exports of agricultural and allied products, enhancing the country’s share in the global market. During 2024-25, India’s agricultural exports reached a total of US$ 51.9 billion, reflecting consistent growth driven by policy support and infrastructure development. APEDA Initiatives to Boost Agri…
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Southern States See Boost in Organic Farming Under PKVY
The Government of India is promoting organic agriculture in the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana through the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), a flagship organic farming scheme launched in 2015–16. Under PKVY, farmers are offered financial assistance of Rs. 31,500 per hectare over three years, including…
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Cabinet Raises Copra MSP for 2026 to Boost Farmers’ Income
The National Makhana Board held its inaugural meeting at Krishi Bhawan on Friday, chaired by Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, and laid out a comprehensive roadmap to modernise India’s makhana sector. The Board initiated implementation of a newly approved Central Sector Scheme worth ₹476.03 crore…