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Farmer leaders from the AIKCC met with Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to express strong support for Ethanol, emphasizing its potential to boost farmers' incomes and enhance energy security. They seek a farmer-centric Ethanol policy that benefits farmers directly. Source: Original Link
Aatmanirbharta
On October 11, 2025, Prime Minister Modi launched the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, aiming to enhance domestic pulses production to 350 lakh tonnes and expand cultivation to 310 lakh hectares by 2030-31. With a budget of ₹11,440 crore, the mission ensures 100% procurement of key pulses at MSP
Ethanol Blending
Union Minister Hardeep S. Puri announced significant advancements in biofuel promotion, particularly through the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme, which has increased farmers' income and supported the rural economy. The program has led to over Rs. 1,25,000 crore paid to farmers and substantial foreign exchange savings. The
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund
The Government of India has conducted a mid-term evaluation of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme, revealing significant positive impacts on farmers' income, agricultural storage capacity, and employment generation. The evaluation, carried out by the Agro Economic Research Centre (AERC), highlighted that 31% of AIF units received government subsidies,
Farmers Income
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare reports an increase in the average monthly income of agricultural households to Rs. 10,218, as per the latest Situation Assessment Survey. The government has implemented various policies and schemes aimed at enhancing farmers' income, particularly for small and marginal farmers, through
fisheries development
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has approved fisheries development proposals worth Rs. 21,274.16 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) over the last five years. This includes a central share of Rs. 9,189.79 crore. The initiative aims to enhance aquaculture through
PMMSY
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has approved fisheries development proposals worth Rs. 21,274.16 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), including the establishment of 11 integrated aqua parks at a cost of Rs. 682.60 crore. These parks aim to enhance the aquaculture
Farmers Income
The Indian government has launched initiatives like the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) to enhance farmers' access to digital platforms for selling produce. The Reserve Bank of India's research highlights the share of farmers in consumer prices for various vegetables and fruits. The government is also focusing on
Agri Exports
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India's agriculture and fisheries exports have reached ₹4.5 lakh crore and can potentially grow to ₹20 lakh crore with improved food processing and branding. He emphasized the importance of drip irrigation, energy-efficient farming technologies, and collaboration between farmers and entrepreneurs to
International Potato Centre
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of the International Potato Centre's South Asia Regional Centre in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to enhance food and nutrition security, increase farmers' income, and create jobs by improving potato and sweetpotato productivity
International Potato Centre
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of the International Potato Centre's South Asia Regional Centre in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to enhance food and nutrition security, increase farmers' income, and create jobs by improving potato and sweetpotato productivity