Current Affairs - Agriculture

The Cabinet has approved the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Raw Jute (TDN-3 equivalent to earlier TD-5 grade) at Rs.5,335/- per quintal for the upcoming 2024-25 season. This MSP ensures a return of 64.8 per cent over the all-India weighted average cost of production, as recommended by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP).

The inauguration of the Agriculture Integrated Command and Control Center took place in New Delhi, signifying the government's endeavour to equip farmers with real-time data and overcome agricultural challenges, as highlighted.

The National Horticultural Fair 2024 is hosted by the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) in Bengaluru. As Bengaluru is renowned as the Garden City, this event underscores the city's significance as a hub for advancements in horticulture. The fair showcases innovative technologies aimed at sustainable development in the field of horticulture, highlighting Bengaluru's role as a centre for cutting-edge practices in this sector.

The National Conference on Promotion of Seaweed Cultivation took place in Koteshwar (Kori Creek), Kutch, Gujarat. The conference focused on implementing seaweed cultivation pan-India to diversify marine production and enhance the income of fish farmers, recognizing seaweeds as the 'Medical Food of the 21st Century.'

The Fourth National Chilika Birds Festival took place in Odisha, inaugurated by CM Naveen Patnaik. Celebrated against the scenic backdrop of Chilika Lake, the event featured a captivating 'Photo Exhibition' highlighting the diverse avian life of Chilika, making it a grand celebration for birders and enthusiasts across India.