Agriculture Sector

February 5, 2026 6:33 PM

India-US trade deal safeguards farmers’ interests, no compromise on agriculture or dairy: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday said that the proposed India-US trade deal fully protects country’s agricultural and dairy sectors, asserting that there has been no compromise on farmers’ interests. Addressing the media in New Delhi, Chouhan said the government has ensured that India’s staple grains, millets, fruits, major crops and dairy products remain outside the scope of any market-opening measures that could harm domestic produc...

February 4, 2026 3:57 PM

India safeguarded agriculture, dairy in US trade deal: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured Members of Parliament that India has successfully safeguarded the interests of sensitive sectors, particularly agriculture and dairy, in the trade agreement with the United States, while ensuring significant benefits for Indian exporters. The India–US trade deal, which reduces tariffs on Indian goods entering the US to 18 per cent, has triggered a political row, with Opposition members expressing concern over claims by...

August 7, 2025 11:12 AM

India will never compromise on the interests of farmers, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India will never compromise on the interests of its farmers and fishermen, describing them as the foundation of the nation's progress. Addressing the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference in New Delhi, the Prime Minister said, “For us, the interest of farmers remains our top priority. India will never compromise on the interests of farmers, fishermen, and dairy farmers.” “I know we will have to pay a heavy price for it, a...

December 10, 2024 11:18 PM

Government unveils major policy initiatives to boost agriculture sector

The Government of India has launched several key initiatives aimed at transforming the agriculture sector by improving production, enhancing farmer incomes, and promoting sustainable practices. These programs, approved recently by the Union Cabinet, signify a robust commitment to strengthening the country’s agricultural landscape. Clean Plant Programme (CPP) Approved on August 9, 2024, with an allocation of ₹1,765.67 crore, the CPP seeks to enhance horticultural productivity by providi...