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30 lakh farmers come on board Centre's FPO scheme to boost earnings

New Delhi, Feb 28: The number of farmers on board the Centre's scheme for the formation and promotion of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) has touched the 30 lakh mark in the country, with around 40 per cent of them being women, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Agriculture on Friday.

Over 7,700 Gujarat farmers embrace solar pumps, leading to significant energy savings

Gandhinagar, January 27: Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, the Gujarat government is actively providing financial assistance to farmers for the installation of solar pumps. Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the scheme has been implemented extensively, resulting in the installation of over 7,700 off-grid solar pumps by farmers in the state by December 2024. The government has disbursed subsidies exceeding Rs 218 crore, covering approximately 70 per cent of the cost. These off-grid solar pumps are not only helping farmers save electricity but are also contributing to environmental sustainability, said a release from Gujarat CMO on Monday.

Amul Dairy's farmers produce 16,000 kg of honey: Gujarat govt

Gandhinagar, January 4: The Gujarat Government, led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted the 'Mission Bee' program and various initiatives to support farmers in this venture and boost their income after Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned the 'sweet revolution' in his 'Mann ki Baat' address last week.