These include the availability and quality of agricultural inputs such as land, water, seeds and fertilizers, access to agricultural credit and crop insurance, assurance of remunerative prices for agricultural produce, and storage and marketing infrastructure, among others. This report provides an overview of the state of agriculture in India. r many agro-based industries. India’s geographical condition is unique for agriculture because it provid. India’s agricultural sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience in recent years, marked by consistent growth rates, which can be largely attributed to various government initiatives to enhance productivity, promote crop diversification, and increase farmers' income, states the Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in the Parliament today. The Economic Survey highlights that the ‘Agriculture and Allied Activities ... India’s agriculture sector is a cornerstone of its economy, supporting nearly half of the country’s population and contributing significantly to GDP. This blog provides a comprehensive overview of India's agricultural profile, including land distribution, crop patterns, irrigation statistics, and the sector’s role in employment.
