The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has released progress of area coverage under kharif crops as on 9th September 2024. Area: In lakh hactare S. No. Crop Normal Area (DES) (2018-19 – 2022-23) Area Sown 2024 2023 1 Paddy 401.55 409.50 393.57 2 Pulses 136.02 126.20 117.39 a Arhar 45.55 …
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During the last ten years i.e. 2014-15 to 2023-24 (as per 3rd Advance Estimates), total pulses and oilseeds production has increased by 43% and 44%, respectively. The Government of India implements National Food Security Mission to promote cultivation of pulses and oilseeds. Under NFSM-Pulses, the incentives are provided to the farmers, …
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