PMO Takes cognisance of Agricultural Slowdown, Budget to Focus on Cooperative Farming and Value Added Agricultural!

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has taken cognisance of the declining growth trajectory in the agriculture sector, which has slipped from 4.6% in 2024-25 to an estimated 3.1% in 2025-26. To address this slowdown, the upcoming Union Budget is expected to announce targeted measures aimed at strengthening cooperative farming and promoting value addition across agricultural value chains. The government is likely to focus on fostering farmer collectives, improving post-harvest infrastructure, and supporting agro-processing units to boost incomes and rural employment. Policy emphasis is being placed on integrating small and marginal farmers through cooperatives to achieve scale in production, modernize supply chains, and enhance market competitiveness. Officials indicate that the budget push will align with the broader rural revitalization agenda, ensuring sustainable agricultural growth alongside value-driven economic diversification.