06-September-2023: AFCI's 6th Annual General Meeting 2023, Bhupender Yadav, Ministry Of Tourism, IFFCO, MECOFED, NCUI

7 September 2023

• AFCI's 6th Annual General Meeting 2023 Discusses How to Make 'India Manufacturing and Export Hub of Agrochemicals'

  The Agro Chem Federation of India (ACFI) organised the 6th Annual General Meeting 2023 to discuss on the subject of "Making India the Manufacturing and Export Hub of Agrochemicals" on Wednesday, September 06, 2023. Prof. Ramesh Chand, a Member of Niti Ayog, started the session by explaining the importance of the agro-chemical industry. Harish Damodaran, a senior journalist who covers agriculture and helping the government in policy-making, said, "I am not a economist but if we look at factors of production and technology then we can make a difference in terms of nutritions and feeding India - if fertilizer industry, agrochemical, and seed work together"

• Bhupender Yadav Reaffirms Commitment To Responsible Chemical And Waste Management For Environmental And Health Well-Being

  Bhupender Yadav took part in the online 'High-Level Discussion on the Intersection of Human Health and the Environment' during the 2nd Berlin Forum on Chemicals and Sustainability, focusing on the path towards a cleaner planet with minimal pollution. This event occurred on September 4th, 2023, and featured Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. The gathering was organized with the intention of establishing a shared comprehension of the matter and offering high-level political direction and impetus concerning significant international issues and priorities regarding the responsible management of chemicals and waste. Additionally, it sought to garner backing and secure a strong commitment to 'SAICM Beyond 2020' during the forthcoming 5th meeting of the International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM5).

• Prices of Vegetables and Pulses Stoke Retail Inflation: President, PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry

  A rise in the prices of vegetables, cereals, pulses, and spices due to supply disruptions caused by abnormal monsoon behaviour in many parts of the country stoked retail inflation. The vegetable inflation rate increased from -0.93% in June 2023 to 37.34% in July 2023. Inflation Rates of Pulses, Cereals, and Spices Following are the increase in inflation rates of pulses, cereals, and spices as observed by Saket Dalmia, President, PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The inflation rate of pulses and products increased from 10.53% in June 2023 to 13.27% in July 2023 The inflation rate of cereals and products increased from 12.71% in June 2023 to 13.04% in July 2023

• Ministry Of Tourism In Collaboration With UNWTO, Unveiled The G20 Tourism And SDG Dashboard

  The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in cooperation with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has introduced the G20 Tourism and SDG Dashboard. The Minister of Tourism, Culture, and DONER, G. Kishan Reddy, unveiled this dashboard during a virtual ceremony. The G20 Tourism and SDG Dashboard, developed during India's G20 Presidency with UNWTO's assistance, demonstrates India's dedication to sustainable tourism. It features best practices, case studies, and insights from G20 nations aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It symbolizes India's commitment to global cooperation and sustainable tourism growth. This comprehensive online platform consolidates knowledge from the G20 Tourism Working Group, offering the GOA Roadmap, survey results, case studies, and best practices. It serves as a hub for sharing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting industry growth in sustainable tourism.

• IFFCO, MECOFED and NCUI organised Cooperative –Cum- Retailers Fertiliser Sales Point Training and Meeting Programme

  The Cooperative –Cum- Retailers Fertiliser Sales Point Training and Meeting Programme was attended by Sunil Kumar, SMM. IFFCO, NE, Mr J.S.R Syiemlieh, Chief Executive Officer (MECOFED), Anuj Kotoky, Manager (ASD), Niraj Roy , Asst. Field Manager, Guwahati, Hamsya Chen, NCUI; Lakhi Madhab Gogoi, ITGI, Alongber Basumatary, AGT. A total of 70 participants were present in the meeting consisting of farmers, retailers, and representatives of several societies viz., Lyngiong Service Coop. Society Ltd, Mawthuwan Service Coop. Society Ltd., Laitkroh Service Coop. Society Ltd., Kynjoh Multipurpose Coop. Society Ltd., Syiemlieh Multipurpose Coop. Society Ltd., Pyngkya Multipurpose Coop. Society Ltd.