Farmers Welfare
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare outlines the responsibilities of State Governments in disaster management and the financial support provided by the Central Government. Key initiatives include the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for agricultural loans, raising the collateral-free loan limit, and a mass media campaign to disseminate information
PM-KISAN
The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, provides financial assistance of Rs 6,000 per year to cultivable land-holding farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer. The scheme has disbursed over Rs 3.69 lakh crore to more than 10 crore beneficiaries. Recent saturation drives have included over 1 crore farmers, and
Natural Farming
The National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) is being implemented across 15,000 clusters in India, covering 7.5 lakh hectares. The initiative involves training over 3,900 scientists and 28,000 community resource persons to support farmers. An incentive of ₹4,000 per acre per year is provided to
Organic Farming
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare is promoting organic farming through two key initiatives: the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) and the Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region (MOVCDNER). These schemes provide financial assistance to farmers for organic farming practices, including production, processing, certification, and marketing.
agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with ministers from Assam and Rajasthan to discuss the impact of floods and drought on farmers in Assam. He announced plans to visit affected areas and directed officials to notify suitable crop varieties for Assam. Additionally, he extended the Mission Organic Value
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
Fertilizer Quality
The Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has directed all States and Union Territories to take immediate action against counterfeit and substandard fertilizers. In a letter to Chief Ministers, he emphasized the importance of providing quality fertilizers to farmers and outlined measures to curb black
Cotton Productivity
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan led a significant meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, focusing on enhancing cotton productivity in India. The meeting included discussions with various stakeholders, including agriculture ministers from multiple states, on the challenges and strategies for improving cotton production. Emphasizing the importance of high-quality cotton for
Cotton Production
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced a special meeting to discuss cotton production, scheduled for July 11, 2025, in Coimbatore. The meeting aims to address the declining productivity of cotton, exacerbated by the TSV virus affecting BT cotton. The Minister has invited suggestions from farmers to enhance
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted the significance of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' as a dedicated initiative aimed at improving farmers' conditions. During a review meeting at the Indian Institute of Vegetable Research in Varanasi, he emphasized the importance of addressing issues like fake
Moong
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the procurement of Moong and Urad in Madhya Pradesh and Urad in Uttar Pradesh under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). During a virtual meeting with agriculture ministers from both states, he emphasized the importance of a transparent procurement process to benefit farmers
Cooperatives
At a national seminar in Mumbai, Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the importance of cooperatives in India's agricultural sector, highlighting initiatives aimed at enhancing farmer prosperity and integrating scientific research with farming practices. He discussed the government's roadmap for increasing agricultural productivity, ensuring