<h1>Government launches Rs2,500 crore APMC Strengthening Scheme to modernise markets, build sub-market yard and boost exports</h1> The state marketing minister announced government commitments to prioritise agricultural development by strengthening APMC marketing systems, building a new sub-market yard and a farmers' facility worth Rs 1.5 crore, expanding warehouses, and linking markets to export infrastructure. The state cited an international market partnership to establish a large international APMC connected to transport hubs for exports. Measures include e-NAM integration of 133 APMCs, GI tagging, export training, and a Rs 2,500 crore APMC Strengthening Scheme to modernise markets and upgrade storage and export facilities, aiming to improve market access and prices for farmers.