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08-December-2023: Millionaire Farmer of India Awards Day 3, Session 3 Highlighted Farmer Income Opportunities, Startup Conclave 2023, 59th Fertiliser Association of India Annual Seminar 2023

8 December 2023

  • Millionaire Farmer of India Awards Day 3, Session 3 Highlighted Farmer Income Opportunities in Agri and Allied Sectors

    The Millionaire Farmer of India Awards, a commendable initiative by Krishi Jagran organized by MC Dominic, Founder and Editor in Chief, and Shiny Dominic, Managing Director, reached its height on Day 3, Session 3. The focal point of this session was "Farmer Income Opportunities in Agri and Allied Sectors," featuring eminent personalities who shared valuable insights. Bimal Kumar, Assistant Director ARDD, Government of Odisha, began the session with a warm welcome note and presentation and hosted the session. He then initiated a panel discussion that delved into the theme and emphasized the multifaceted challenges faced by farmers. During his presentation on addressing mastitis, Kumar highlighted the complexity of diseases in livestock and advocated for homeopathic remedies, which, he asserted, are devoid of side effects.

  • MFOI Day 3 Session 4: 'We Counsel Farmer, Reducing Production Cost,' Says Mahindra Marketing Head Mahesh Kulkarni, We Adopt Villages, Help Them Transform, Says Raju Kapoor, Director of Corporate Affairs, FMC India

    The Millionaire Farmer of India Awards successfully conducted the fourth session 'Industry perspectives on how to increase farmers' income' on the third day of the 3-day event at the IARI, Pusa Ground, in Delhi on Friday, December 8, 2023. The session is moderated by Mamata Jain, Group Editor and CMO of Krishi Jagran. The session was started with Mr Raju Kapoor, Director of Corporate Affairs, FMC India. He started his note by congratulating Mr and Mrs. Dominic for starting such a noble and innovative concept which is the Millionaire Farmer of India Awards. "How to get the right price for the product and how to get optimal productivity from resources depleting," he said. "We are at 1/3rd of global productivity, that is where we need to stand and deliver," he added.

  • Divya Kala Mela Showcasing Divyang Entrepreneurs' Talents Set to Inaugurate on December 8th

    In a groundbreaking initiative toward the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwD), the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) is gearing up to launch the 'Divya Kala Mela' from December 8th to 17th, 2023. The event will serve as a prominent platform for Divyang entrepreneurs and artisans from across the country to exhibit their products and craftsmanship. The inauguration of the event is scheduled for 5:00 P.M. on December 8th, 2023, and will be officiated by Dr. Virendra Kumar, the Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India. Pratima Bhaumik, Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, is expected to grace the occasion.

  • Startup Conclave 2023: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Highlights India's Thriving Startup Ecosystem

    The Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan, participated in the roundtable event of Startup Conclave 2023 yesterday in Gandhinagar, setting the stage for the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat 2024 Summit. The event saw the presence of eminent venture capitalists, unicorns, investors, global accelerators, and industrialists who engaged in insightful discussions. During his address at the conclave, Pradhan commended India's entrepreneurial spirit, emphasizing that the nation's innovators have consistently shattered perceived limits. He lauded their ideas, imagination, and innovation, stating that they will play a pivotal role in creating a more sustainable, prosperous, and equitable world.

  • Union Minister of Chemicals & Fertilisers Dr Mansukh Mandaviya Inaugurates 59th Fertiliser Association of India Annual Seminar 2023

    Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Chemicals & Fertilisers and Health and Family Welfare, conveyed these accomplishments during his inaugural address at the 59th Fertiliser Association of India Annual Seminar 2023, held today under the theme ‘Innovations in Fertiliser and Agriculture Sectors.’ Dr Mandaviya underscored the Union Government's commitment to the welfare of small and marginal farmers, highlighting the absorption of high global commodity prices over the past 2-3 years. This strategic move ensured the stable availability of fertilisers at reasonable Maximum Retail Prices (MRP), resulting in consistent fertiliser consumption and record agricultural output – a remarkable feat compared to global consumption trends.

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