India's Agriculture Minister Reviews Sector Progress Amid Heavy Rains, Crop Areas Up
Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has reviewed the agriculture sector's progress and crop situation in states affected by heavy rains and landslides. He chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the current state of foodgrain availability, fertiliser supply, and crop areas.
The minister reviewed the crop situation, finding that foodgrain availability remains stable. Current rice and wheat stocks are higher than the prescribed buffer norms. The total area under Kharif crops has increased by 6.51 lakh hectares compared to last year, reaching 1,121.46 lakh hectares. Major Kharif crops such as paddy, maize, sugarcane, and pulses have recorded higher sowing. The area under urad (black gram) has increased by 1.50 lakh hectares compared to last year.
Officials reported steady progress in horticultural crops. Onion, potato, and tomato sowing areas have increased compared to last year. Tomato cultivation has seen the biggest jump, from 1.86 lakh hectares to 2.37 lakh hectares. Reservoir levels across the country are significantly higher than last year and the ten-year average, supporting the Rabi crop cycle.
The minister also reviewed fertiliser supply and instructed officials to ensure smooth and timely distribution during the upcoming sowing season. Despite heavy rains and landslides, the agriculture sector has shown positive progress, with increased crop areas and stable foodgrain availability. The minister's review and instructions aim to further boost the sector's growth.
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