Key facts
- BRICS agriculture ministers are meeting in Indore, India, under India's presidency.
- The two-day meeting focuses on food security and the welfare of smallholder farmers.
- Discussions aim to increase the participation of women and youth in the agricultural sector.
- The meeting seeks to strengthen agricultural cooperation among BRICS member nations.
- An 'Indore Declaration' is expected to be adopted at the conclusion of the meeting.
BRICS agriculture ministers commenced a two-day meeting in Indore, India, on Friday, with food security and the welfare of smallholder farmers at the forefront of discussions. India, holding the presidency, is chairing the event which also aims to enhance the participation of women and youth in the agricultural sector.
Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan led the dialogue themed 'Smallholder Farmers, Women and Youth: Securing the Future of Food'. Officials stated the meeting is focused on strengthening agricultural cooperation among BRICS member nations and addressing shared challenges in the farm sector.