Category: Agriculture

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 …

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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). …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Bharatiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited will help in increasing the production of quality seeds in India through cooperatives thereby reducing the dependence on imported seeds, enhancing agriculture production and provide boost to rural economy. All …

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Under the umbrella of AIF, all loans extended by lending institutions carry a 3% per annum interest subvention, applicable up to a limit of ₹2 crore. Additionally, eligible borrowers can avail credit guarantee coverage through …

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The government’s commitment to bolstering agriculture and the livelihoods of farmers is evidenced by the comprehensive spectrum of central sector and centrally sponsored schemes it has rolled out. Despite the wide-ranging benefits, the government clarifies …

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The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) had launched the “National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD)” scheme in February 2014. The scheme has undergone a comprehensive restructure and realignment in July 2021 to drive …

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The Amendment Order has inserted several a new categories of plant material that can be imported from Bhutan with additional declarations and special conditions.

The initiative aims to simplify the process of delivering government benefits and services directly to beneficiaries, eliminating the need for multiple identity documents.