Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav spoke at the ‘Krishi Manthan 2026’ event held at Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University in Jabalpur. The event, organized by the Department of Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development of Madhya Pradesh and the university, focused on aligning research, extension services, and market access for the state’s ‘Krishi Kalyan Varsh (Farmer Welfare Year)’ 2026.
Yadav highlighted the importance of 2026 as a dedicated year for various events and integrated activities to enhance agriculture and allied sectors. He mentioned the state’s support for wheat procurement through the Bhavantar Scheme and efforts to process crops like masoor and chana for increased profitability in farming.
The Chief Minister stressed the need for a coordinated approach involving multiple departments under the theme of ‘Unity in Diversity’ to promote farmer welfare. He linked agriculture to a deeper philosophy of harmony with nature, citing ancient Indian wisdom and historical evidence like the Bhimbetka rock paintings depicting agrarian life dating back thousands of years.
Yadav praised the village-centric, nature-revering lifestyle and highlighted India’s transition from food shortages in the 1960s to self-sufficiency driven by scientific research and leaders like Lal Bahadur Shastri. He also credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for completing the Sardar Sarovar Dam, transforming water availability in the region.
The Chief Minister showcased Madhya Pradesh’s achievements in pulses production, oilseeds, food grains, and wheat. He announced plans to boost milk production growth, provide free milk to students in government schools, and emphasized the importance of supporting advanced crop varieties, agricultural startups, modern machinery, and value addition in the agricultural sector.
