Hi, NewsWrap for March 21, 2024

21-March-2024: International Day of Forests, Agri-Creator, Golden Jubilee Celebration of KVKs, Youth for India Fellowship, Walmart Foundation's $1.5-Million Grant

21 March 2024

  • International Day of Forests: Celebrating the Silent Guardians of Our Planet

    Forests are like the silent guardians of our planet, quietly working behind the scenes to support life as we know it. They're not just patches of greenery; they're like the lifeblood of our existence. Think about it – every breath you take, every moment of shelter and comfort you enjoy, owes something to these majestic forests. As we commemorate the International Day of Forests, it's like taking a moment to thank these unsung heroes. They're the ones tirelessly purifying the air we breathe, providing homes for countless creatures, and offering us resources for our daily needs.

  • Meet the Most Impactful Agri-Creator of India

    Lakshay Dabas life is all about bountiful barns with burgeoning beauty. His venture, Organic Acre, strives to make organic foods a top pick for consumers. The brush with farming for Dabas happened in 2016 when he began working towards it under the tutelage of his farmer-father. Soon enough, on his family-owned land, he began to develop effective, scientific techniques of farming. Today, this progressive farmer makes 7-8 crores annually and his company is among the leading players in India. Moreover, recently he bagged the honor of the ‘Most Impactful Agri-Creator’ by none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a recent award ceremony.

  • Curtain Raiser Event of Golden Jubilee Celebration of KVKs at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Puducherry

    Perunthalaivar Kamaraj KVK, Puducherry organized a special Curtain Raiser Event of Golden Jubilee Celebration of KVKs on March 21, 2024. The event was in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Govt. of Puducherry, and the Indian Council of Agriculture Research, New Delhi. It began with the unveiling of the Golden Jubilee Pylon by Dr. Sharat Chauhan along with other dignitaries.

  • SBI Launches Applications for Youth for India Fellowship, Know the Process

    SBI Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of the renowned State Bank Group, has recently announced the commencement of applications for the 12th batch of its SBI Youth for India Fellowship program. This initiative provides an unparalleled opportunity for young individuals to contribute meaningfully to rural development across India.

  • Walmart Foundation's $1.5-Million Grant Promotes Resilient Agriculture in UP and Karnataka, Empowering FPOs

    The S M Sehgal Foundation has made a significant announcement on 19 March 2024, regarding the extension of its transformative project, 'Bolstering Farmer Producer Organizations,' into the states of Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka. This initiative, which commenced in 2023 with generous support from the Walmart Foundation, is set to enter its next phase with an enhanced focus on empowering 23 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and their 23,000 members. The primary objectives of this extension include boosting the capacities of FPOs, promoting climate-resilient agricultural practices, and establishing infrastructure geared towards enhancing the value of crop production.

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