Hi, NewsWrap for May 01, 2024

30-April-2024: MFOI Samridh Kisan Utsav, TechXchange 2024, Agrifoodtech, PMFAI Support Govt’s Demand to WTO, Renewable Energy

1 May 2024

  • Krishi Jagran Presents 'MFOI Samridh Kisan Utsav' in 20 Districts Across 4 States, Click Here to Know the Locations

    Krishi Jagran's 'Millionaire Farmer of India Awards', sponsored by Mahindra Tractors has marked its name in history, championing the spirit of progressive farming. This flagship event has initiated a transformative journey in honouring the nation's millionaire farmers. Among its many initiatives, the 'MFOI Samridh Kisan Utsav' stands out as a beacon of innovation, networking, and recognition in the agricultural landscape.

  • TechXchange 2024 Event Marks Milestone in Agricultural Innovation

    In a groundbreaking event aimed at fostering agricultural innovation, the ZTM & BPD unit of the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) hosted "TechXchange 2024 - Empowering Industry with Innovation" on April 30th, 2024, at B.P Pal auditorium, Pusa Campus, New Delhi.

  • New Report Shows India Agrifoodtech Funding Dipping to Pre-Pandemic Levels

    AgFunder and Omnivore have released the sixth India AgriFoodTech Investment Report, detailing just under USD 1 billion in startup investment, a 60% year-over-year decline from USD 2.4 billion in 2022. However, India maintained a steady deal activity with 129 deals, only slightly fewer than in 2022. This reduction aligns closely with the global decline in agrifoodtech investments, which fell by 50% year-over-year.

  • PMFAI Support Govt’s Demand to WTO for Formulation of Guidelines to Determine Default MRLs of Pesticides

    The Pesticides Manufacturers & Formulators Association of India (PMFAI) has expressed support for the Indian government's demand to the World Trade Organization (WTO) for the formulation of guidelines to determine default Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) of pesticides based on scientific risk assessments.

  • Survey Shows 87% of Office Occupiers Push for Renewable Energy by 2030

    A recent survey conducted by JLL indicates that 87% of office occupiers think that at least half of their commercial property portfolio should be powered by renewable sources by 2030, in line with broader net zero carbon (NZthinkC) objectives.

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