Blitz Bureau
The overseas participants at the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE), which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi inn New Delhi on August 3, have hailed India’s agricultural potential and its overall growth story.
The event saw participation from distinguished international delegates who praised India’s agricultural achievements and innovations. Addressing the conference at the National Agricultural Science Centre Complex, Modi said that India has emerged as a food surplus country with a robust agriculture sector and is ready to share its experience to help solve the global problem of hunger and malnutrition amid the challenges posed by climate change. The ICAE is being attended by delegates from 75 countries. Hasmin, a delegate from Bangladesh, praised India’s standing in the global agricultural scenario, saying the country has been a leading producer of many agricultural items.
“India is not just a leading producer of milk and spices but other products as well. This proves how hardworking the country’s farmers are,” she told IANS. She underlined that India’s diverse ecosystems and agricultural education infrastructure play a crucial role in its agricultural success. Kenyan delegate Dodo Makwal praised Modi’s address and acknowledged India’s significant advancements in the agricultural sector. Sobren, a Japanese delegate, praised India’s ability to produce and export a variety of agricultural products. “India has a large population, and the opportunities arising from this conference are immense,” she said. The ICAE aims to foster collaboration among agricultural departments and international organisations, promoting the exchange of ideas and innovations to improve global agricultural practices.
