New Delhi, March 10 -- The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare on Tuesday released the Second Advance Estimates of production of major agricultural crops for 2025-26.
Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved the estimates, indicating strong foodgrain output during both Kharif and Rabi seasons.
According to the estimates, Kharif foodgrain production is pegged at 1741.44 lakh metric tonnes (LMT), while Rabi foodgrain production is estimated at 1745.13 LMT, both higher than last year's levels. The ministry said the estimates indicate a strong and near-record foodgrain production scenario for the year.
Rice production during the Kharif season is estimated at 1239.28 LMT, up from 1227.72 LMT in 20...