Around 30% of households reported experiencing crop failure at least once during the reference period, primarily due to irregular rainfall, seasonal extremes like cyclones or drought, and pest infestations.

The Union Cabinet consolidates centrally sponsored agriculture schemes into PM-RKVY and Krishonnati Yojana, allocating ₹1.01 lakh crore to promote sustainable farming, food security, and climate resilience.

Wildfire smoke reduces sunlight for trees, lowering energy reserves and nut yields by up to 50%. UC Davis study highlights threats to agriculture and ecosystems.

The Indian government is set to introduce stricter regulations on seed and pesticide quality, potentially increasing farmers' incomes by 10-20%, as discussed by Agriculture Minister Chouhan.

Rajgarh Agriculture Department issues fertilizer management tips for key Rabi crops like wheat, mustard, and lentils, advising farmers on proper nutrient use for higher yields.

Soybean farmers in Madhya Pradesh are struggling with yellow mosaic virus, exacerbated by waterlogging from heavy rains. Experts stress the need for early detection, effective drainage, and control methods to prevent widespread crop failure.

Madhya Pradesh is the state with the most soybean output, with 45.97 lakh tonnes, followed by Maharashtra (45.74 lakh tonnes), Rajasthan (10.69 lakh tonnes).

The livestock population in Madhya Pradesh saw an increase of 11.81 % as compared to the 2012 census, while states like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan witnessed a decline in the livestock population.

Compared to the average state expenditure on agriculture (5.9%), Madhya Pradesh has dedicated 6.9% of its overall expenditure to this sector.

The very character of rainfall in Bundelkhand region has changed and it is not helping the farmers whether deficit or excess in both M.P. and U.P.