In a move aimed at supporting farmers and ensuring stable domestic markets, the Centre has given the green light for the export of 25 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of wheat, along with an additional 5 LMT of wheat products. This decision comes as wheat stock availability with private entities for 2025–26 is estimated at around 75 LMT, showing a significant increase from the previous year.
The Consumer Affairs Ministry stated that the total wheat availability in the central pool with FCI is projected to be approximately 182 LMT by April 1, 2026, indicating no adverse impact on domestic food security due to the export permissions. Additionally, wheat acreage in Rabi 2026 has seen a rise to about 334.17 lakh hectares, reflecting strong farmer confidence in wheat cultivation.
The export approval for 25 LMT of wheat and 5 LMT of wheat products is expected to have multiple benefits, including stabilizing domestic prices, enhancing market liquidity, ensuring efficient stock rotation, and boosting farmers’ income while safeguarding national food security. Furthermore, to support sugar exports, the government has allowed an extra 5 LMT of sugar exports to willing sugar mills during the ongoing Sugar Season 2025–26.
