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May 06, 2025 News Image Amit Shah sets Rs.2 Lakh Crore Export target for National Cooperative Export Body, Pushes Global Outreach, Organic Expansion, and Seed Innovation.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah has set an ambitious vision for the future of India’s cooperative sector, urging three key national-level cooperative institutions—National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL), and Bharatiya Beej Sahkari Samiti Limited (BBSSL)—to accelerate their impact on global trade, organic farming, and seed innovation. During a high-level review meeting in Delhi, attended by senior ministry officials and the managing directors of the three cooperatives, Shri Shah emphasized the government’s commitment to the “Prosperity through Cooperation” vision championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
 Source:  impressivetimes.com
May 06, 2025 News Image New Zealand: Government kick-starts trade negotiations with India.
Trade Minister Todd McClay says a government delegation has landed in New Delhi to kick-start free trade negotiations. Following significant remote engagement over the past month, the first in-person round of negotiations towards a comprehensive India-New Zealand free trade agreement will take place in India this week.
 Source:  farmersweekly.co.nz
May 06, 2025 News Image Mangoes of Konkan exported abroad from Mopa’s cargo hub.
The creation of an air cargo logistics hub at the Manohar International Airport has kickstarted the export of mangoes from the Konkan region. The season’s first shipment, containing 3,368kg of Alphonso mangoes, was sent to Sharjah on an Air Arabia flight. A total of 600 tonnes of mangoes are expected to be exported to Europe and the UAE in the coming months, said GMR Goa International Airport Limited (GGIAL) officials.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
May 06, 2025 News Image Donald Trump hints at some trade deals as early as this week, sparking hopes for India.
US President Donald Trump said his administration might reach trade deals with some countries as early as this week, raising hopes for nations looking to avoid higher US import tariffs. 'It could very well be,' Trump told reporters on Sunday, when asked if any trade agreements were expected soon. He did not name any specific countries.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
May 06, 2025 News Image Angola President Joao Lourenco says, India is a key trade partner of Angola, both countries are committed to further advancing bilateral ties.
President of Angola Joao Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço said India and Angola are committed to further advancing bilateral ties. Speaking at the India Angola Business Forum in New Delhi today, he said India is a key partner which has expertise in generic medicines. Addressing the gathering, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said that India-Angola bilateral relations are underpinned by a vibrant energy partnership with bilateral trade reaching 4.2 billion dollars in 2023-24.
 Source:  newsonair.gov.in
May 06, 2025 News Image India, Italy discuss deeper trade ties in clean energy, agri-tech: Finmin.
India and Italy on May 5 discussed opportunities to scale up bilateral trade and investment, with a sharp focus on clean energy, agri-food processing, and digital innovation, during a meeting between Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her Italian counterpart Giancarlo Giorgetti on the sidelines of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) 58th annual gathering in Milan.
 Source:  moneycontrol.com
May 06, 2025 News Image FCI wheat procurement exceeds last year’s buy of 26.6 million tonnes.
The government’s wheat procurement through the Food Corporation of India (FCI) for buffer stocks has crossed last year’s purchase of 26.6 million tonnes (mt) and reached 27.36 mt as of May 4. The Centre purchased 23.13 mt of wheat in the corresponding period a year ago. The Agriculture Ministry has estimated a record production of 115.43 mt of wheat for the 2024-25 crop year (July-June).
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
May 05, 2025 News Image Asia Rice: Strong rupee lifts Indian prices despite tepid demand.
Indian rice prices climbed to a near one-month high this week, bolstered by an appreciation in the Indian rupee despite tepid demand, while Thai rice prices remained steady due to low demand and abundant supply. India's rice prices for 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $390-$397 per ton, up from the last week's $389-$396. Indian 5% broken white rice was priced at $383 to $390 per ton this week.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
May 05, 2025 News Image Chhattisgarh’s IGKV Rice Research Centre named best in India.
State-run Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) has achieved a remarkable distinction, bringing honour to Chhattisgarh. The university's ‘Chawal Samagra Anusandhan Kendra (Rice Comprehensive Research Centre), Raipur, has been recognised as the best centre in India. The award was presented at the diamond jubilee ceremony of the annual rice meeting held at the Indian Rice Research Centre, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. Additionally, the Genetics and Plant Breeding Centre, Raipur, was also awarded the title of best rice breeding funded centre.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
May 05, 2025 News Image India aims to boost agri-exports amid trade talks with US, EU.
Amid ongoing discussions with the US and Europe on a free trade agreement, Union Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal today reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reducing logistical barriers and expanding market access for Indian agricultural and processed food products. Barthwal was speaking at a ‘chintan shivir’ (contemplation camp) organised by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA).
 Source:  tribuneindia.com