Not now daal-ing, says MAGA, as Montana governor comes to India to sell pulses
Montana's Governor Greg Gianforte is heading a delegation to India to promote agricultural exports. The focus is on selling lentils, peas, and chickpeas to the world's largest consumer of pulses. This trip highlights the growing tension within the Republican party regarding international trade and immigration. Many in the GOP criticize Gianforte's outreach to India amidst concerns about jobs for…
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte embarked on a trip to India to sell the state's agricultural products, such as lentils and chickpeas, to the world's largest consumer of pulse crops. The delegation, consisting of over 30 Montanans from various industries, arrived in New Delhi on Monday and will stay until October 9, with a further leg in Sri Lanka.
India currently imports about $14 million worth of Montana's pulses annually, which is a significant portion of the state's total trade. However, the governor's visit has faced criticism from the far-right MAGA group, who question the state's ties with India, especially considering the presence of Indian faculty members at Montana universities.
Despite the controversy, Gianforte's trip highlights the growing importance of international collaboration for Montana's agricultural and technological sectors.
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