India sets historic record with 357 million tonnes of foodgrain production: PM Modi
New Delhi, November 30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has set a historic record by producing 357 million tonnes of foodgrains in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's agricultural growth.
Addressing the nation during the 128th episode of his monthly radio show, Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said that India's foodgrain output has increased by 100 million tonnes over the past decade, highlighting the nation's steady strides toward agricultural self-reliance.
"India has achieved major success in the agriculture sector. India has set a historic record by producing 357 million tonnes of foodgrains. Compared to 10 years ago, India's foodgrain production has increased by 100 million tonnes," PM Modi said.
Recalling the Natural Farming Exhibition in Coimbatore, the Prime Minister hailed the youth adopting natural farming.
He said, I went to Coimbatore to attend a large conference on natural farming. I was deeply impressed by the efforts being made in South India to promote natural farming. So many young, highly qualified professionals are now embracing the field of natural farming."
Earlier on November 19, PM Modi released the 21st instalment of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi to beneficiaries and inaugurated the Natural Farming Exhibition in Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu.
He also attended the South India Natural Farming Summit in Coimbatore.
He met with local farmers, interacted with them, and inspected the exhibition, which showcased various agricultural products, along with a corner showcasing the growth of plants and crops. Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi accompanied the Prime Minister.
South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 was held from November 19-21, organised by the Tamil Nadu Natural Farming Stakeholders Forum.
The Summit aimed to promote sustainable, eco-friendly, and chemical-free agricultural practices, and to accelerate the shift towards natural and regenerative farming as a viable, climate-smart and economically sustainable model for India's agricultural future.
The Summit also focused on creating market linkages for farmer-producer organisations and rural entrepreneurs, while showcasing innovations in organic inputs, agro-processing, eco-friendly packaging, and indigenous technologies.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone who follows agricultural trends, the focus on natural farming in Coimbatore is the real story here. Record production is great, but shifting to sustainable, chemical-free practices is crucial for long-term soil health and food security. Kudos to the young professionals leading this change.
Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan! 🚜 This makes me so proud. My uncle is a farmer in Punjab, and he's seen better yields with the new seeds and micro-irrigation. The PM-Kisan money also helps. But the government must ensure this surplus doesn't lead to a price crash for farmers.
Good numbers, but let's talk about the ground reality. In my village in Maharashtra, storage is a huge issue. We produce more, but so much gets wasted due to poor godowns and logistics. Production is one part, building a robust supply chain is the next big challenge.
The emphasis on natural farming in South India is inspiring. We need to revive our traditional wisdom. High production using chemicals is a short-term gain. Shifting the summit's focus to market linkages for organic produce is the key to making it sustainable for farmers.
Impressive milestone for a nation of 1.4 billion. Achieving agricultural self-reliance is a strategic imperative. The world should take note of India's progress in feeding its own population while exploring sustainable methods. The Coimbatore summit sounds like a step in the right direction.
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