Centre sets foodgrains production target of 341 million tonnes for 2024-25, focus is on pulses and oilseeds
India aims to boost foodgrain production to 341 million tonnes in 2024-25, an increase of 9 million tonnes from the previous year, focusing on pulses and oilseeds to reduce import costs. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasizes crop diversification and inter-cropping. A committee will address the price gap between farmers and consumers for perishable commodities.