Background
Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced the formation of a high-level expert committee under ICAR to address issues faced by Totapuri mango growers. This move follows a ministerial visit to Andhra Pradesh where farmers reported significant price drops, impacting their incomes.
Committee Details
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