New Agri-initiatives Announced in Budget 2025-26
On 1st February 2025, Union Finance Minister announced several major initiatives for agriculture sector in order to boost agricultural productivity, empower rural communities, and promote sustainability, driving economic growth and farmers' self-sufficiency.
Brief Description of Initiatives
Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana: Developing Agri Districts Programme
- Objective: To boost agricultural productivity, crop diversification, and the adoption of sustainable farming practices, specifically targeting areas with low agricultural output.
- Focus Areas: Improvement in Post-Harvest Storage: Enhance storage infrastructure at the panchayat and block levels.
- Irrigation Facilities: Improved irrigation systems to ensure water availability during critical crop growth periods.
- Target: The program is expected to ....
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