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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Oil Firms Face Govt Action on VOPPA Non-Compliance
The Government of India has issued show cause notices to several large edible oil companies for failing to comply with the amended Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2025, commonly known as the VOPPA Order. The action follows nationwide inspections that revealed non-submission of mandatory monthly production and…
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Government Details Plan to Broaden MSP Scope
The Government of India has elaborated its approach for increasing and managing the coverage of crops under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) framework. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Ramnath Thakur outlined the principles, criteria, and procurement systems designed…
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India Tightens Regulation on Biostimulant Products under FCO
The Government of India has tightened the regulatory framework for biostimulant products under the Fertilizer Control Order (FCO), 1985, officially ending provisional registrations from June 17, 2025. This move marks a significant step in standardising quality and ensuring that only scientifically validated products are available in the Indian market. Until…