Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Addresses Southern States Regional Agriculture Conference in Hyderabad, Focuses on Farmers’ Incomes and Agricultural Growth

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressed the Regional Agriculture Conference for the Southern States in Hyderabad. The conference focused on food security, farmers' livelihoods, nutritional security, crop diversification, and preparations for the upcoming Rabi season. Discussions also covered the impact of El Niño, the horticulture potential of southern states including coconut, cashew, cocoa, and spices, and utilizing Free Trade Agreements for global market access. The Minister emphasized Centre-State coordination, collaborative policy formulation, reviewing outdated laws, and the release of funds for constructing two lakh houses in Telangana under PMAY-G.