BUDGET 2024 

8 KEY ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE AGRICULTURE SECTOR

Published By Moushumi Mahanta | 23 Jul, 2024

Agriculture Sector Allocation

1.52 lakh crore allocated to the agriculture sector.
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Impact on Rural Demand

Allocation is expected to boost rural demand for entry-level two-wheelers and tractors.
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Climate-Resilient Seeds

Release of 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient seed varieties for 32 field and horticulture crops.
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Support for Farmers

1 crore farmers to be initiated into natural farming within the next 2 years.
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Certification and Branding

Support for natural farming through certification and branding.
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Digital Public Infrastructure

Promotion of digital public infrastructure for agriculture in partnership with states.
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Government-State Collaboration

Strengthening partnerships between the central and state governments for agricultural development.
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Future Initiatives

Ongoing and future support for innovations and improvements in the agriculture sector.
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