Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan has ordered nationwide raids and field inspections to tackle spurious fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides. He warned of harsh punishments, including sealing factories and shops and directed stronger awareness campaigns and subsidy monitoring to protect farmers.
Over 70 million farmers now have IDs linked to land, crops, and demographics. Part of the ₹2,817 crore Digital Agriculture Mission, the initiative will expand to 110 million by FY27, enabling credit, crop insurance, subsidies, PM-Kisan transfers, and AgriStack-powered services.
Neendakara fishing harbour in Kollam bagged second prize for best farming practices under the project Haritha Sagaram. The initiative promotes farming among fishing communities, integrating vegetable cultivation and marketing with fish sales, ensuring fresh produce and sustainable livelihoods.
In a first-of-its-kind mission, Kerala’s Wayanad is set to brand its avocado globally. Ambalavayal has been declared “Avocado City” and will host India’s first Avocado Fair. The initiative promotes GI-tag recognition, export potential, and farmer income growth, positioning “Wayanad Avocado” as a premium global agricultural brand.
Over 25 crore Soil Health Cards have been issued to farmers, backed by 8,272 testing labs nationwide. The scheme guides nutrient use, reduces costs, and boosts productivity. Soil mapping, fertility maps, and school programs further strengthen sustainable farming practices.