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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare launched a major initiative for pulses self-reliance in Amlaha, Madhya Pradesh, under the leadership of Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Key objectives include reducing imports, increasing exports, and safeguarding farmers' interests amid international agreements. With collaboration among states, the mission focuses
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Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, during a visit to Chhattisgarh, emphasized the Indian government's commitment to protecting farmers against counterfeit agricultural inputs. In a direct address with farmers, Chouhan announced impending strict laws targeting fake seeds and spurious fertilizers. Additionally, he highlighted the
National Pulses Mission
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the 'National Pulses Mission' aimed at increasing pulses production from 24.2 million tonnes to 35 million tonnes by 2030-31. Additionally, the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for rabi crops have been significantly increased, ensuring farmers receive up
Minimum Support Prices
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved an increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi crops for the marketing season 2026-27, ensuring better remuneration for farmers. The highest increase is for Safflower at Rs.600 per quintal, followed by Lentil at Rs.300. Other crops like Rapeseed, Mustard,
Sugarcane Research
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the formation of a dedicated team within ICAR for sugarcane research, addressing challenges like disease control, mono-cropping, and water use. The team will also focus on developing new bioproducts and improving the sugarcane value chain to benefit farmers. Key areas of research include enhancing
PM-AASHA
The Government of India has launched the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) to provide remunerative prices to farmers and ensure affordable essential commodities for consumers. The scheme includes components like the Price Support Scheme (PSS) and Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF), which protect farmers from distress sales and stabilize
Cotton Imports
The Ministry of Textiles has released data on cotton imports over the past decade, detailing year-wise and country-wise statistics. During the 2024-25 cotton season, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) procured 100.16 lakh bales under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations, with 71.54 lakh bales sold through e-auction.
Agriculture Policy
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has unveiled a new national agriculture policy aimed at comprehensive growth in the sector. Key strategies include increasing crop productivity, reducing production costs, ensuring remunerative prices for farmers, promoting agricultural diversification, enhancing post-harvest infrastructure, and adapting to climate change. The Gross Value Added
Doubling Farmers' Income
The Indian government aims to double farmers' income through a comprehensive strategy involving increased crop and livestock productivity, resource efficiency, and better pricing mechanisms. Key initiatives include the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA), Minimum Support Prices (MSPs), and the Digital Agriculture Mission. The budget for the Department
Biostimulants
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a crucial meeting to address the sale of biostimulants, emphasizing the need for transparency and scientific validation. He directed officials to prioritize farmers' welfare, warning against misleading practices and the sale of ineffective products. Chouhan called for a thorough review of
Mango Farmers
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a significant relief measure for mango farmers in Karnataka, addressing the issue of falling mango prices. The Central and State governments will jointly compensate farmers for the price difference on 2.5 lakh metric tonnes of mangoes, as agreed during a video
Moong Procurement
The Indian Government has approved the procurement of 54,166 MT of Moong in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat, and 50,750 MT of Groundnut in Uttar Pradesh for the summer crop season 2025-26 under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). Additionally, the procurement period for red gram in Andhra Pradesh