Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday held talks with the Brazilian Agriculture Minister and his delegation, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture.
CM Yadav stated that this new ICARDA facility would open new avenues of hope and opportunity for the state's farmers. The centre will play a historic role in connecting farmers with scientific farming practices, advanced technology and global agricultural experience.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a series of transformative initiatives for India's agriculture and allied sectors at an event held at Pusa, Delhi, on Saturday. He interacted directly with groups of farmers engaged in pulses cultivation, the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), ani
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh on Wednesday first emphasised efforts to make India self-reliant in pulses, boost productivity in low-yield districts, and ensure that every eligible resident receives a home under the Prime Minister's Housing Scheme.
Aimed at diversifying crops and attaining self reliance or Atmanirbharta, the government is set to launch a six-year pulses mission, with particular focus on tur, urad, and masoor.