The Union Cabinet has sanctioned seven schemes to transform the agricultural sector, with a combined financial commitment of Rs.14,235.30 crore on 2 September 2024. These initiatives enhance farmers’ livelihoods, improve agricultural productivity, and ensure sustainable development.

The seven schemes & allocations:

♦ Digital Agriculture Mission: Rs. 2,817 crore

♦ Livestock health and dairy: Rs.1,702 crore

♦ Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs): Rs. 1,202 crore

♦ Natural resource management to support sustainable agricultural productivity: Rs.1,115 crore

♦ Focuses on crop science: Rs.3,979 crore

♦ To strengthen agricultural education and research: Rs. 2,291 crore 

♦ Sustainable development of horticulture: Rs. 1,129.30 crore