Shift from traditional to technology-driven farming - UP sees surge in agricultural productivity
Uttar Pradesh, India's breadbasket, is experiencing a dramatic agricultural transformation. Productivity has surged by over 42% since 2016-17, driven by technology, hybrid seeds, and irrigation. The state now leads in wheat and is a major producer of rice, pulses, oilseeds, and horticulture, with sugarcane remaining a vital crop. Government support and market reforms are bolstering farmer prosperity.
Uttar Pradesh, India's breadbasket, is experiencing a dramatic agricultural transformation. Productivity has surged by over 42% since 2016-17, driven by technology, hybrid seeds, and irrigation. The state now leads in wheat and is a major producer of rice, pulses, oilseeds, and horticulture, with sugarcane remaining a vital crop. Government support and market reforms are bolstering farmer prosperity. What's Your Reaction?
