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Advancing Small-Scale Fisheries

Advancing Small-Scale Fisheries: India has taken over the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh reinforcing its commitment to the blue economy. India aims to improve livelihoods, sustainability, and economic development of the Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF). It is a regional fisheries body supporting SSF in the Bay of Bengal. Members include […]

APEDA : In News

APEDA : In News The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), in collaboration with AgroStar and Kay Bee Exports, successfully completed India’s first-ever commercial trial shipments of premium Sangola and Bhagwa pomegranates, respectively, to Australia via sea. APEDA was established by the Government of India under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products […]

Fishery Survey of India

Fishery Survey of India: A deep-sea fishing expedition by the Fishery Survey of India (FSI) recently revealed several highly productive, potentially untouched fishing grounds in the Arabian Sea. The FSI, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, is the nodal fishery institute in India. Primary Responsibility: Survey and assessment of fishery resources in […]

Extra-Long Staple (ELS) Cotton

Extra-Long Staple (ELS) Cotton: Union Finance Minister announced a five-year mission to boost the productivity and sustainability of Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton farming in India during the Union Budget 2025-26.ELS cotton refers to cotton varieties with fibre lengths of 30 mm and above, known for their superior quality, softness, and durability. Primarily derived from the […]

Coffee : India Is Now The Seventh-Largest Producer

Coffee : India Is Now The Seventh-Largest Producer India is now the seventh-largest coffee producer globally with exports reaching $1.29 billion in FY 2023-24, almost double the $719.42 million in 2020-21. Climatic Conditions for Coffee Cultivation: Temperature: Ideal range is 15°C to 28°C. Rainfall: Requires 150-250 cm of annual rainfall. Soil: Grows best in well-drained, […]

Fonio Millet

Fonio Millet: Fonio, an ancient West African millet (e.g., Ghana), is known for its resilience to climate shocks, ease of cultivation, and ability to grow in poor soils with minimal water requirements.It is often referred to as a miracle grain due to its adaptability and nutritional value.Fonio is traditionally cultivated by Fulani tribes, the largest […]

National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources

National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources: Around 100 tribal persons of Pulicat region will undergo intense training in pearl spot culture, crab fattening clownfish aquaculture being organised by the National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources. It was established in December 1983 in Allahabad under the aegis of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to undertake […]

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