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
Farmers Producer Organizations
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has registered 10,000 Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs) under a Central Sector Scheme, providing each FPO with financial support, training, and access to digital markets. The initiative aims to enhance agricultural business operations and has resulted in a cumulative turnover of ₹5,035.
India
India is engaged in discussions regarding a Bilateral Trade Agreement with the USA, focusing on expanding trade and investment in the agricultural sector. The agreement aims to enhance market access, reduce trade barriers, and ensure food security and farmer livelihoods. Minister of State for Agriculture, Shri Ramnath Thakur, emphasized the
PMDDKY
The Union Cabinet has approved the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) for six years starting from 2025-26. The scheme aims to boost agricultural productivity, promote crop diversification, enhance post-harvest storage, improve irrigation, and facilitate credit availability. It will be implemented through the convergence of 36 existing schemes across 11
Soil Health
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has been implementing the Soil Health & Fertility Scheme since 2015, issuing 25.17 Crore Soil Health Cards (SHCs) to farmers. These cards provide information on soil nutrient status and recommendations for fertilizer use, promoting the use of organic manures and bio-fertilizers. The
Fertilizers
The Government of India has initiated a campaign to ensure the quality of fertilizers available to farmers. This campaign aims to provide adequate quality inputs and is backed by the Fertilizers Control Order (FCO) of 1985, which prohibits the sale of substandard fertilizers. State governments are responsible for monitoring and