Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav presented an ambitious vision for enhancing agriculture through technology and profitability during the ‘Krishi Manthan’ workshop at Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University in Jabalpur. He highlighted the state government’s efforts to incorporate modern technology, scientific farming practices, and improved market connections to bolster the agricultural sector. Yadav underscored the significance of agriculture in Madhya Pradesh, not just as a livelihood source but as a deeply rooted tradition aligned with nature and cultural heritage.
The Chief Minister emphasized the state’s alignment with national progress under Prime Minister Modi, noting India’s overall advancement with agriculture as a key sector. He stressed the workshop’s objective of amalgamating farmers’ knowledge, scientific advancements, and policy backing onto a unified platform. Additionally, Yadav inaugurated various development projects totaling Rs 23.21 crore, including infrastructure enhancements and initiatives to support agricultural startups.
In a bid to foster agri-startups, Yadav disbursed approval letters worth over Rs 10 crore to 10 startups backed by the Government of India. He also introduced the ‘Krishi Sakhi’ training program and distributed benefits to farmers under different government schemes. The Chief Minister commended Madhya Pradesh’s achievements in pulses production and highlighted the state’s notable wheat output. He announced the commencement of wheat procurement at Rs 2,625 per quintal, with plans to elevate the rate to Rs 2,700, underscoring the government’s commitment to doubling farmers’ income by diversifying into allied sectors like dairy and horticulture.
