India, Australia Launch 'Agrimaitri' Talks To Co-Design Agribusiness Solutions: Report

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Western Sydney University recently organised a 'AgriMaitri' roundtable initiative to co-develop solutions aimed at strengthening agribusiness ties between India and Australia, with the inaugural meeting held in the national capital, a report has said.

According to the report in The Australia Today, the institute hosted the first 'AgriMaitri India Roundtable' at the Australian High Commission, marking a step towards enhancing bilateral collaboration in the agribusiness sector. The initiative seeks to bring together stakeholders from both countries to jointly design practical and scalable solutions.

Dr Vanita Yadav, who is leading the project, was quoted as saying that the roundtable marked an important beginning in fostering collaboration across diverse groups to address sectoral challenges.

The event saw participation from 58 delegates spanning government bodies, industry players, AgTech firms, research institutions, academia, and trade organisations, creating a platform for exchange between Indian and Australian stakeholders.

AgriMaitri is being driven by a multidisciplinary team of experts from both countries, supported by partner institutions across India and Australia. It is backed by the Maitri Research Grants under the Centre for Australia-India Relations, which operates under the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Highlighting the spirit behind the initiative, Yadav said the term 'Maitri', meaning friendship in Sanskrit, underpins the collaborative approach of the programme.

The initiative aims to bridge gaps between the complementary strengths of India and Australia in agribusiness by fostering collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, farmers, and researchers to identify opportunities and address challenges.

Professor Basant Maheshwari said the effort goes beyond discussions and is focused on translating ideas into actionable projects that can generate economic and social benefits for both countries.

The roundtable series is seen as a strategic move to deepen India-Australia cooperation in agribusiness, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and mutually beneficial growth.

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