Hi, NewsWrap for January 06, 2024

06-January-2024: MFOI Samridh Kisan Uttsav, ICAR-CMFRI, NITI Aayog, Punjab Govt Transfers Rs 19.83 Crore, Beekeeping and Honey Production Program

6 January 2024

  • MFOI Samridh Kisan Uttsav: Elevating Agriculture with Exhibits, Sessions, and Networking Forums

    Krishi Jagran organising the MFOI Samridh Kisan Uttsav, a groundbreaking agricultural event set to unfold at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Shikohpur, Gurugram, Haryana on January 9, 2024. This one-day event is expected to draw more than 250 farmers, creating a vibrant platform for leading companies to showcase their front-line products and services.

  • Punjab Govt Transfers Rs 19.83 Crore to 17,007 Farmers Embracing Direct Seeding of Rice

    The Punjab government facilitated the transfer of Rs 19.83 crore into the bank accounts of 17,007 farmers who actively engaged in the direct seeding of rice (DSR) during the kharif season of 2023. This initiative aimed to incentivise and support farmers adopting environmentally friendly approaches to cultivating crops.

  • Necessary Educational Qualifications for Pesticide Manufacturing Licenses; Know Here!

    The Indian government has revised the educational qualifications required for obtaining a manufacturing license for technical-grade pesticides. The new criteria, introduced through an amendment in sub-rule 4B of Rule No. 9 of the Insecticides Rules, 1971, now mandates applicants to possess a Doctorate in Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Chemistry, or a Master's degree in Technology or Science with a specialization in Chemical Engineering. Additionally, a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science or Science with Chemistry as one of the subjects is essential.

  • Bihar Invites Application for Beekeeping and Honey Production Program, Last Date on January 10

    The Directorate of Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Bihar is inviting applications for its Beekeeping and Honey Production Program (2023-24) to foster economic empowerment and stimulate honey-related industries. This initiative not only promotes agricultural diversification but also aligns with the 'Sweet Revolution' aimed at enhancing farmers' incomes and leveraging the state's rich agro-climatic potential.

  • ICAR-CMFRI, NITI Aayog, and Kerala Govt Join Hands to Tap into India's Marine Fisheries Potential

    NITI Aayog, the Kerala government, and ICAR-CMFRI collaborated to host the 'Harnessing Potential of Fisheries in Marine States' workshop on January 5, 2024, with the goal of utilizing the vast potential of marine fisheries in India. The one-day event held in Kochi brought together key stakeholders, including central and state government representatives, researchers, industry experts, and practitioners. This workshop, an integral part of the State Support Mission, aimed to address critical aspects related to the sustainability, market linkages, and on-ground challenges of India's expansive marine fisheries sector.

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6 January 2024

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