Asian Seed Congress 2025 inaugurated in Mumbai
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the Asian Seed Congress 2025 in Mumbai on 17 November 2025, themed 'Sowing the Seeds of Prosperity through Quality Seeds'.
Summary
The Asian Seed Congress 2025 is co-chaired by Ajay Rana, Chairman of the Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII), and Take Wah Koh, President of the Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged the private seed sector to work with the government, said action will be taken against those selling poor-quality seeds and controlling prices, and said the government is considering a new law on seeds and pesticides in the coming Budget session. He also appealed to every stakeholder to log in to the SATHI portal launched by the Agriculture Ministry and use its facilities.
Key facts
- Event
- Asian Seed Congress 2025
- Venue / date
- Mumbai, 17 Nov 2025
- Theme
- Sowing the Seeds of Prosperity through Quality Seeds
- Co-chairs
- Ajay Rana (FSII), Take Wah Koh (APSA)
- Policy signal
- New seeds and pesticides law under consideration
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In which city was the Asian Seed Congress 2025 inaugurated on 17 November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Mumbai
Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the Asian Seed Congress 2025 in Mumbai.
What is the theme of the Asian Seed Congress 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Sowing the Seeds of Prosperity through Quality Seeds
The theme is 'Sowing the Seeds of Prosperity through Quality Seeds'.