Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the launch of two major initiatives by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 11, 2025, aimed at enhancing farmers' income and strengthening the agricultural sector. The initiatives include the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Yojana and the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission, which aim to
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the expanded capacity of the Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Cooperative Sugar Factory in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, and unveiled statues of Dr. Vikhe Patil and Balasaheb Vikhe Patil. He emphasized the importance of cooperative sugar mills in ensuring farmers' welfare and announced significant financial support
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the expanded capacity of the Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Cooperative Sugar Factory in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, and unveiled statues of Dr. Vikhe Patil and Balasaheb Vikhe Patil. He emphasized the Modi government's commitment to farmers' welfare, highlighting financial support and initiatives to
Agriculture
Union Minister for Agriculture, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, emphasized the importance of agriculture in India's economy during the Rabi Workshop and Agricultural Advisory Dialogue in Patna. He highlighted the government's commitment to farmers and agricultural advisors, the progress in self-reliance in food production, and the potential
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
Pulses Mission
The Union Cabinet has approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, aiming to boost domestic production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030-31 with an investment of Rs 11,440 crore. The initiative will benefit around 2 crore farmers through improved seeds, post-harvest infrastructure, and assured procurement. Key features include distribution
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
Crop Procurement
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the procurement of major pulses and oilseeds in Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat for the Kharif 2025–26 season, including 100% procurement of urad and tur. The total procurement is valued at ₹13,890.60 crore, aimed at benefiting farmers directly. The
Agricultural Disaster Resilience
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in collaboration with the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM), organized a workshop in New Delhi to enhance agricultural disaster preparedness in light of climate-induced hazards. The event gathered policymakers, scientists, and experts to discuss proactive measures for managing risks, including updating the
GST reforms
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will chair a meeting to discuss GST reforms aimed at reducing rates on agricultural machinery from 12-18% to 5%. The meeting will include representatives from various agricultural machinery associations to ensure that the benefits of the GST reduction reach farmers effectively. The rate
Agriculture Conference
The National Conference on Agriculture – Rabi Campaign 2025 concluded in New Delhi, focusing on strategies for agricultural development. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the prohibition of spurious fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides, and announced stringent laws to combat these issues. The conference also highlighted the need for effective Kisan