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Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan announced efforts to develop new wheat varieties that can withstand climate challenges. He credited PM Modi's leadership for a 44% increase in crop production over the past decade. The minister emphasized protecting farmers' interests in international trade agreements. A Rabi Conference will be held in September to discuss strategies for increasing crop production.

Key Points: Shivraj Chouhan Announces New Wheat Varieties for Climate Challenges

  • Developing new wheat varieties to combat climate change challenges
  • Addressing rising temperatures and limited water availability concerns
  • PM Modi's leadership credited for 44% crop production increase
  • Protecting farmers' interests amid international trade disputes
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'Working to develop varieties to ensure wheat production rises': Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan

Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan reveals plans to develop climate-resilient wheat varieties to boost production despite rising temperatures and water scarcity.

"We are working to develop varieties that will ensure wheat production continues to rise - Shivraj Chouhan"

Gwalior, August 26

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said that the Agriculture Department is working to develop varieties of wheat crop to ensure a rise in production amid the climate challenges.

Addressing reporters, the Union Minister lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership in increasing crop production by 44 per cent.

"Wheat is our major crop. Wheat is facing many kinds of challenges. Due to climate change and rising temperatures, concerns have been raised that wheat production might decline. Under the leadership of PM Modi, in the last 10 years, crop production has increased by about 44 per cent, and we have set new records in wheat production as well," he said.

Chouhan said that the department is taking steps to increase wheat production even in rising temperatures and limited water availability.

He said, "To face the challenges ahead, we are working to develop varieties that will ensure wheat production continues to rise. We are also making efforts to increase wheat production even in conditions of rising temperatures and limited water."

With respect to the agriculture production goals in the Rabi season, the Centre had announced a Rabi Conference in Delhi on September 14 and 15 ahead of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp' Campaign beginning on October 3.

"The Rabi Conference, organised in Delhi on September 14 and 15, aims to discuss strategies for increasing crop production during the Rabi season. We will start 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp' Campaign on October 3," the Union Minister told reporters.

The Agriculture Minister attended the 64th All India Wheat & Barley Research Workers Meet at Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (RVSKVV) in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.

His remarks follow India's stand to 'protect the farmers' amid 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the United States (US).

On Monday, addressing the convocation ceremony of the 'Indian Institute of Science, Education, and Research' (IISER), Chouhan said, "The economy is at the 4th position. Very soon we will reach number 3...We have to complete the aim of Viksit Bharat by 2047."

Elaborating on the country not allowing import of farm products from the US, Chouhan said, "Bharat decided in national interest first. No agreement will be against the country's interest. We won't compromise with the interest of farmers, fishermen and people of other farming sectors".

- ANI

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Priya S
👍 Appreciate the focus on water-efficient crops. In Punjab, water tables are falling rapidly. We need sustainable farming solutions, not just higher production numbers.
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Michael C
While the 44% production increase is impressive, I hope the government is also ensuring fair prices for farmers. Higher production means nothing if farmers aren't getting proper MSP.
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Ananya R
Standing up to US tariffs shows we're serious about protecting our farmers' interests. Atithi Devo Bhava doesn't mean we compromise our national interests! 🇮🇳
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Suresh O
My father is a wheat farmer in MP. These climate challenges are real - last year's heatwave damaged half our crop. Hope these new varieties actually work on ground level.
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Kavya N
Good initiative but implementation is key. Many government schemes don't reach small farmers. Hope this time the benefits actually trickle down to those who need them most.

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