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The Central Valley’s largest school district has been hosting farmers markets on campuses to provide affordable, nutritious food options to families. ....
Protesting Indian farmers clashed with police for a second consecutive day on Wednesday as tens of thousands tried to march to the capital to demand guaranteed prices for their produce. Police fired tear gas at the farmers near the Shambhu border, which divides northern Punjab and Haryana states, about 200 kilometers (125 miles) from New Delhi. TV images also showed police using drones to drop tear gas canisters on the farmers, who tried to break through barricades made of cement blocks and barbed wires. ....
Three national cooperatives in India are driving the country s rural economy through exports, seed production, and farm produce procurement. The cooperatives, established last year, are expected to handle over $1 billion worth of commerce and trade in the next five years. The government has modified laws to allow cooperatives to expand their operations, including running petrol pumps. The National Cooperative Export Ltd (NCEL) is particularly focused on boosting overseas shipments of organic produce and aims to become a complete export ecosystem covering various aspects of the supply chain. | Latest News India ....