India's Agricultural Production Reaches Record 357 Million Tonnes Amid Climate Challenges
India's farm output hits record 357 million tonnes in 2024-25: J&K Lieutenant Governor
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India's agricultural output has reached a record 357 million tonnes for the 2024-25 season, according to Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. This marks an increase of 25 million tonnes from the previous year, highlighting the country's commitment to climate-resilient farming practices and sustainable agro-ecosystems.
- 01India's agriculture production rose to 357 million tonnes in 2024-25.
- 02Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the need for climate resilience in agriculture.
- 03Policies must focus on climate-resilient crops and farmer-centric transformations.
- 04Significant increases in farmer credit limits and pulses procurement since 2013-14.
- 05Sinha called for prioritizing sustainable agricultural financing and preserving traditional seeds.
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India's agricultural production has achieved a record 357 million tonnes for the 2024-25 season, an increase of 25 million tonnes from the previous year, as announced by Manoj Sinha, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at the national summit on 'Sustainable & Climate Resilient Agroecosystems', Sinha urged stakeholders to focus on building climate resilience in agriculture. He highlighted the importance of science-led, farmer-focused transformations and the need for policies that support climate-resilient crops. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India's horticulture output also reached 362 million tonnes, reflecting a shift towards high-value crop diversification. Sinha pointed out the urgent need for action against climate impacts, which have intensified due to extreme weather events. He outlined seven priorities for climate-resilient agriculture, including farmer-led research, climate-responsive insurance, and safeguarding traditional seeds. Additionally, he called for banks to prioritize sustainable agricultural financing and for innovations to meet real-world needs. Sinha emphasized that farmers are not just producers but custodians of tradition and food security, deserving real-time climate guidance and support.
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The record agricultural output and focus on climate resilience could enhance food security and economic stability for farmers, especially in regions vulnerable to climate change.
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