Tripura’s food grain production has seen a 12% rise this year compared to last year, accompanied by an increase in youth involvement in agriculture, as stated by Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath. The minister highlighted the importance of farmers in bolstering the state’s economy during the state-level ‘Kisan Mela 2025-26’ event. Emphasizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s focus on enhancing agricultural output, Nath underlined the pivotal role of agriculture in India’s progress.
Referring to the significant contribution of farmers to the state’s economy, Nath mentioned that Tripura has approximately 4.72 lakh farmers out of a total population of about 42.22 lakh. The minister stressed the role of agriculture in ensuring food security and its potential to boost the state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP). Nath also pointed out that agriculture encompasses allied sectors like animal husbandry, fisheries, and forestry, indicating opportunities for expansion in Tripura.
Tripura, with around 65.57 lakh kani of land, utilizes about 30.17 lakh kani for cultivation, with nearly 15 lakh kani dedicated to paddy production. Nath highlighted the government’s efforts to promote modern and scientific farming practices to enhance productivity, especially due to the state’s limited plain land and extensive forest area.
