Agriculture
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has reported that 46.1% of India's workforce is employed in agriculture, contributing 17.8% to the GDP for FY 2023-24. The government has launched several initiatives to enhance farm productivity, including the National Food Security and Nutrition Mission (NFSNM), which
Pest Control
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has reported on the impact of climate change on pest infestations and crop diseases, particularly in cotton and Moong. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is implementing the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) project to study these effects and develop
PMKSY
The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojna (PMKSY) is a comprehensive scheme aimed at enhancing irrigation facilities in India. It includes two main components: the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP) and Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP), which has four sub-components focusing on various aspects of water management and irrigation. The scheme
Swadeshi
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers at the Independence Day celebrations in Delhi, urging them to support the Swadeshi movement to create employment. He emphasized the importance of local products and assured that no agreements would harm farmers' interests. Chouhan also announced upcoming visits by
Independence Day
On the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored India's farmers, emphasizing their crucial role in the nation's journey towards self-reliance. He highlighted India's agricultural achievements, including its top global rankings in various produce, and announced initiatives like the PM Dhanya Dhanya Krishi
Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan convened a meeting with state agriculture ministers to discuss preparations for the Rabi crop under the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan'. The campaign will launch on October 3, 2025, following a two-day conference on September 15-16. Key topics included urea availability, bio-stimulant
Farmers
Farmers from across India expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his decisive actions in trade agreements, particularly against foreign pressure. Leaders from various farmer organizations praised Modi's leadership and the government's commitment to protecting farmers' interests. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized
Kharif Crops
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare reports that sowing for Kharif 2025-26 is ongoing, with no advance estimates yet released. The government continues to support farmers through initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana for crop insurance and the National Food Security and Nutrition Mission to enhance food
Agriculture
The Government of India has launched the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) platform to support farmers by facilitating fair pricing and reducing middlemen interference. As of June 2025, 1,522 mandis across 23 states and 4 Union Territories are integrated with e-NAM, showing significant increases in trade volume and value. The
Kharif Crops
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the progress report on area coverage under Kharif crops as of August 8, 2025. The report indicates the area sown for various crops, including rice, pulses, coarse cereals, oilseeds, sugarcane, jute, and cotton, comparing the figures with the previous year. Overall,
Kharif Crops
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has reported that sowing operations for Kharif 2025-26 are ongoing, with first advance estimates for major crops yet to be released. The government is implementing various measures, including the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana for crop insurance and the National Food Security and
Centres of Excellence
The Indian government, through the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), is establishing Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for fruits and vegetables to enhance horticultural production. These CoEs serve as hubs for training, technology dissemination, and capacity building for farmers and entrepreneurs. A total of 58 CoEs have been approved