India and Italy Explore Agricultural Cooperation

On 9th October, 2024, India and Italy discussed opportunities for advancing cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors, with a focus on trade, investment, and technology.

Key Points

Strengthening Collaboration Through MoU: Agriculture Secretary emphasized leveraging the existing MoU between the two nations and regular Joint Working Group meetings to enhance collaboration.
Opportunities for Italian Investment in India: The discussions highlighted opportunities for Italian companies to invest in India's food parks and allied industries.
Areas of Cooperation Identified: Both nations explored cooperation in plant variety protection, agricultural research, organic farming, precision agriculture, skill development for migrant workers, and fostering industry interaction.