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May 13, 2025 News Image India exports 4.24 lakh tonnes sugar till April of this year: AISTA.
India exported 4.24 lakh tonnes of sugar till April of the ongoing 2024-25 marketing year with maximum shipments of 92,758 tonnes to Somalia, trade body AISTA said on Monday. The sugar marketing year runs from October to September. Sugar exports for the 2024-25 marketing year in India were allowed on January 20, 2025. The total quantity permitted for export is 10 lakh tonnes.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
May 13, 2025 News Image UP govt targets 12 pc increase in Kharif production to 293 LT.
To boost farmers' income, Uttar Pradesh has launched a new Kharif strategy targeting a 12 per cent increase in foodgrain and oilseed production -- from 260 lakh tonnes to 293 lakh tonnes, an official statement said on Monday. Officials have been directed to support this through improved crop planning, promotion of maize and paddy in terms of production and area, respectively, and the construction of 8,500 farm ponds for water conservation, it said.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
May 13, 2025 News Image India to top world in rice production.
After years of subsidizing its rice farmers by paying for crop inputs and setting minimum support prices, India is about to surpass China as the world’s largest rice producer. USDA’s World Agricultural Outlook Board is forecasting that India will harvest a record 147 million metric tons of rice in the 2024-25 marketing year based on the Indian government’s Second Advanced Estimate and expected summer crop production.
 Source:  farmprogress.com
May 13, 2025 News Image GI Tag For The Humble Rajasthani Sangri, A Dry Vegetable From The Desert Land.
In the middle of a heavy and overwhelming week, a quiet celebration of news arrived as a rare kind of comfort. Rajasthan’s delightful ‘Sangri,’ the slender bean that is nothing less than a staple of Rajasthani kitchens, just earned a Geographical Indication (GI tag). This recognition is quite a victory, but one that speaks volumes for the region. Grown from the ‘Khejri tree,’ often called Kalpavriksha of the Thar Desert, Sangri isn’t just a staple food but a nostalgic treat that holds memories of a lifetime. With the GI Tag, Sangri joins the cultural hall of fame, carrying the flavour of Rajasthan with it.
 Source:  timesnownews.com
May 13, 2025 News Image Basmati price rise due to demand surge, unrelated to India-Pakistan tensions: Exporters body.
The All India Rice Exporters Association (AIREA) reports that recent Basmati rice price increases stem from heightened international demand, particularly from Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Iraq. AIREA clarifies that these price fluctuations are unrelated to geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, with export operations proceeding smoothly. Increased demand has nudged prices upward, though they remain below previous highs.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
May 13, 2025 News Image Food processing firms propose Rs 2,963 crore investments in Ujjain district.
Four companies have proposed investments amounting to nearly Rs 2,963 crore in Ujjain district, potentially generating employment for 13,150 people, according to the Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC). The proposals include three food processing units. Amitex Agro Product plans to set up a food processing facility in Lalukhedi, Agar Malwa, with an investment of Rs 200 crore, creating around 800 work opportunities. Sanket Oils has proposed a Rs 75 crore food oil processing unit in Mandsaur, targeting 650 work opportunities. Safal Food intends to invest Rs 138 crore to establish pulses mill in Mandsaur, which is expected to generate employment for 800 individuals
 Source:  fnbnews.com
May 13, 2025 News Image India and Chile Sign Terms of Reference for Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Negotiations.
India and Chile signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 08 May 2025, marking a significant advancement in their bilateral trade relations. The mutually agreed ToR were duly signed by H.E. Mr. Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile in India and Shri Vimal Anand, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, also the Chief Negotiator for India-Chile CEPA from the Indian side.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
May 13, 2025 News Image First Round of India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement negotiation Concludes in New Delhi.
In a major step towards expanding bilateral trade and investment engagement, the first round of negotiations for the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded successfully today in New Delhi. The negotiations were held from 5-9 May, 2025. This development builds on the shared commitment to deepen economic ties and guidance given by Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi during the visit of the Right Hon’ble Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand in March 2025. The FTA was launched during the meeting between Hon’ble Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Hon’ble Mr. Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment, Government of New Zealand on March 16, 2025.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
May 13, 2025 News Image US industry optimistic about getting Indian market access for its soyabean.
The US soyabean industry is 'cautiously optimistic' that India will provide market access for its produce and would like the import duty to be 'as low as possible'. It is of the view that India could import soyabeans and produce more oil and oilmeal, instead of importing a huge quantity of cooking oils annually. It also does not think there could be any issue with genetically modified (GM) soyabeans.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
May 13, 2025 News Image Sustainable dairy: The next frontier for Indian agri-business.
India’s dairy industry, the largest globally, has been a cornerstone of the nation’s agricultural economy. With over 80 million rural households engaged in dairy farming, the sector not only contributes significantly to the country’s GDP but also ensures nutritional security for its vast population. However, the traditional methods of dairy farming are under scrutiny due to environmental concerns, particularly methane emissions and resource-intensive practices. As the world pivots towards sustainable agriculture, India’s dairy sector stands at the cusp of a transformative journey—one that harmonises productivity with environmental stewardship.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com