Cabinet approves Rs 13,966 Crore for Agriculture

05 Sep 2024 CW Team

The Union Cabinet has approved a substantial investment of Rs 139.66 billion to advance India's agricultural sector. The funding will support seven key initiatives aimed at boosting crop science, digital farming, livestock health, and horticulture.

Key Projects Include:

Crop Science for Food Security (Rs 39.79 billion): Focused on research, plant genetic resource management, and genetic improvement of crops. This project aims to enhance crop health and productivity.

Agricultural Education and Management (Rs 22.91 billion): Enhancing agricultural education through modern technologies and incorporating natural farming and climate resilience measures.

Digital Agriculture Mission (Rs 28.17 billion): Integrating AI and big data into farming with components like a comprehensive farmer registry, precision farming tools, and real-time weather and water data.

Sustainable Livestock Health and Production (Rs 17.02 billion): Improving animal health, dairy production, and genetics while developing sustainable practices.

Sustainable Development of Horticulture (Rs 8.6 billion): Supporting diverse horticultural activities including the cultivation of various crops and plants.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (Rs 12.02 billion): Strengthening agricultural extension services to provide farmers with essential knowledge and tools.

Natural Resource Management (Rs 11.15 billion): Aiming to improve resource management and sustainability practices.

These projects reflect the government?s commitment to modernizing agriculture, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing food security across India.

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