Current Affairs - Agriculture

Exercise : Agriculture - Latest Current Affairs
  • Agriculture - Latest Current Affairs
46.
Where is the ASEAN-India Millet Festival 2023 currently being held?
Jakarta, Indonesia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Bangkok, Thailand
Manila, Philippines
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The ASEAN-India Millet Festival 2023 is taking place in Jakarta, Indonesia, from November 22 to 26, to promote awareness about millets and foster sustainable agriculture.

47.
Which institute has developed the high-yielding black pepper variety?
IISR-Kozhikode
IIT Delhi
ICAR-Bengaluru
NIT Trichy
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR) in Kozhikode has achieved a significant milestone by developing the high-yielding black pepper variety named 'IISR Chandra.' The institute's innovative approach to crossing distinct pepper varieties resulted in a potential game-changer for the agricultural sector.

48.
What percentage of the total global rice exports does India constitute?
20%
30%
35%
40%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India constitutes almost 40% of the total global rice exports, making it a major player in the global rice market.

49.
In the ongoing free trade agreement talks between the UK and India, the key unresolved issue revolves around the level of protection for which type of products from the agricultural sector?
Organic Produce
Genetically Modified Crops
Sustainable Farming Practices
Geographical Indication Items
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The key hurdle in the UK-India free trade agreement talks is the UK's demand for increased protection of Geographical Indication (GI) items, such as Scotch whisky and cheeses.

50.
Which organization recently launched the “Hello Naariyal” Friends of Coconut Trees (FoCT) call centre facility?
Coconut Development Board (CDB)
Agriculture Promotion Board (APB)
Horticulture Enhancement Council (HEC)
Plantation Resource Authority (PRA)
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The "Hello Naariyal" Friends of Coconut Trees (FoCT) call centre facility was launched by the Coconut Development Board (CDB) to support coconut farmers and improve cultivation practices.