Govt pushes for edible oil self-reliance under NMEO; oil palm coverage reaches 6.20 lakh hectares

December 8, 2025 1:56 PM

Govt pushes for edible oil self-reliance under NMEO; oil palm coverage reaches 6.20 lakh hectares

India’s efforts to reduce dependence on edible oil imports have gained momentum under the National Mission on Edible Oils (NMEO), with the Centre reporting notable progress in both oil palm expansion and oilseed productivity. According to an August 2024 NITI Aayog report, India now ranks first globally in the production of rice bran oil, castor seed, safflower, sesame and niger. However, domestic output continues to meet only 44% of the country’s edible oil requirement. The NMEO–Oil Palm...

“Major step towards Atmanirbharta”: PM Modi after cabinet approves National Mission on Edible Oils–Oilseeds

October 3, 2024 11:45 PM

“Major step towards Atmanirbharta”: PM Modi after cabinet approves National Mission on Edible Oils–Oilseeds

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Cabinet's approval of the National Mission on Edible Oils—Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds), calling it a crucial step towards achieving Atmanirbharta in the production of edible oils. In a post on X, PM Modi emphasized that the mission will boost domestic oilseed production, support farmers, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. "The Cabinet's approval for the National Mission on Edible Oils—Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds) is a major step towards At...