Government of India launches ‘A-HELP’ Program in Jharkhand
This initiative marks a significant step toward promoting livestock health, extension services, and women’s empowerment in the region. It is expected to contribute to enhanced livestock productivity and rural development.
Insecticides (Prohibition) Order, 2023
The Insecticides (Prohibition) Order, 2023, seeks to ensure responsible and safe use of insecticides while protecting both public health and the environment. The order underscores the importance of adhering to regulations in the agricultural sector and aims to prevent the misuse or overuse of certain insecticides that may have adverse effects on human health and the ecosystem.
Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) (Tenth Amendment) Order, 2023
The Amendment Order is now permitting the import of specified plant species from Nigeria, Netherlands, Spain and Hungary However, such import shall comply with the additional declarations that are required to be incorporated into Phytosanitary Certificate and shall also comply with special conditions as may be applicable.
President of India to Inaugurate International Research Conference on Agri-food Systems
The conference is designed to bridge the gap between research and practice, fostering gender-equal and socially inclusive, resilient food systems. The conference aims to guide policymakers and investors toward solutions that promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Central Government further regulates Wheat Stock Limits
This amendment aims to regulate and maintain appropriate stock levels of wheat across the country. It is essential for all stakeholders, including traders, retailers, big chain retailers, and processors, to adhere to these revised stock limits. The amended provisions will remain in effect until March 31, 2024.
First Global Symposium on Farmers’ Rights Held in New Delhi
The GSFR, hosted by India from September 12 to 15, 2023, aims to facilitate the implementation of Farmers’ Rights by Contracting Parties of the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA). The symposium will foster discussions on innovative approaches, effective policies, best practices, knowledge sharing, and experiences in implementing Farmers’ Rights. It also provides a platform to recognize farmers as conservers of agrobiodiversity and guardians of global food security.
Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) (Seventh Amendment) Order, 2023
The order provides that Kiwi fruits imported from Iran should be sourced from the approved packing house. The Production Unit Code (PUC) and Packinghouse Code(PHC) should be endorsed on Phytosanitary Certificate (PSC) issued by the Country of Origin.
Government Takes Measures to Control Rice Exports Amid Rising Demand and Price Hikes
The government has received credible field reports regarding misclassification and illegal export of non-basmati white rice, which has been prohibited since July 20, 2023. To address this issue, the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), responsible for regulating Basmati rice exports, has been instructed to implement additional safeguards.
Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) (Sixth Amendment) Order, 2023
The Amendment Order is now permitting the import of Fresh Fruit for Consumption of Persea americana (Avocado) from Kenya. However, such import shall comply with the additional declarations that are required to be incorporated into Phytosanitary Certificate and shall also comply with special conditions.
FAQs on Agroforestry
The FAQs explain that agroforestry is a combination of practicing agriculture and forestry together on the
same unit of land. It is a traditional practice recognizing and promoting trees and/or livestock on farms in a special arrangement pattern. It focuses on the interaction and interdependence of various elements in nature rather than on individual elements.
