18-October-2023: Sanjay Nath Singh Visits KJ, Coastal Vegetation in India, FSSAI, Shraddha Dhawan, Pramod Mahajan Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras

18 October 2023

• “Samridhh Kisan, Samridhh Bharat”: Sanjay Nath Singh on Envisioning Rich Farmers as the Next Agriculture Revolution

  Sanjay Nath Singh, President of All India Farmers' Association (AIFA) and the eldest grandson of the nation’s esteemed Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri, recently made an inspiring visit to Krishi Jagran. His journey in agriculture, while working at Tata Steel as Resident Executive, has culminated in the establishment of the All India Farmers’ Association (AIFA), dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of India’s agricultural community.

• Coastal Vegetation in India: List of Vegetables That Can be Grown in Coastal Areas

  Coastal regions provide an excellent environment for a variety of vegetables, including root crops, Brassicas, greens, onions, potatoes, peas, beans, squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and perennial and specialty vegetables, each with unique cultivation needs. Coastal regions offer a unique opportunity for cultivating a diverse array of vegetables. With their mild climates and access to seawater, these areas can nurture crops like tomatoes, kale, and leeks, making them a haven for fresh and flavourful produce.

• Inspiring Story of 24-Year-Old Millionaire Farmer of India Shraddha Dhawan Who Generates 1 Cr Revenue Following Zero-Waste Policy

  A 24-year-old woman dairy farmer from Nighoj village, Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, Shraddha Dhawan, is minting millions from her humble source of income. She started learning about dairy farming while she was a teenager in order to support her father who is differently-abled. She has established 'Shraddha Farms' from scratch to a net worth of 1 cr today. She holds an MSc degree in Physics. 

• PM Narendra Modi to launch 511 Pramod Mahajan Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 511 Pramod Mahajan Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras in Maharashtra on October 19, 2023, at around 4:30 PM via video conferencing. These Kendras are being established across 34 rural districts of Maharashtra. The Grameen Kaushalya Vikas Kendras will conduct skill development training programs across various sectors to provide employment opportunities to rural youth.

• FSSAI States Imported Food Items for Re-Export Do Not Require Clearance

  The Indian Customs Authority has clarified that imported food items do not require clearance from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) if they are intended for re-export or the production of value-added items solely for export. This clarification was issued in response to concerns raised by various business groups and industry associations.