Published: 30 January 2026PRS India / PIBEconomy
Economic Survey: Agriculture GVA Grows 3.1% in FY26; Foodgrain Output at Record 3,577 Lakh MT
The Economic Survey 2025-26 reports that agriculture and allied activities are projected to grow by 3.1% in FY26, below the sector's decadal average of 4.45% recorded between FY16 and FY25. In FY25, the sector had grown by 4.6%. The highest decadal growth rate for agriculture was 4.5% during 2015-16 to 2024-25.
Foodgrain production in Agriculture Year 2024-25 reached an estimated 3,577.3 lakh metric tonnes (LMT), an increase of 254.3 LMT over the previous year. Horticulture production in 2024-25 reached 362.08 million tonnes, surpassing foodgrain production of 357.73 MT for the first time.
Allied activities showed robust performance: livestock sector GVA grew nearly 195% between FY15-FY24, with sub-sector growth at 7.1% for livestock and 8.8% for fisheries. Fisheries production increased by over 140% during 2014-2024.
Under PM-KISAN, ₹4.09 lakh crore has been released in 21 instalments. The e-NAM scheme covered 1,522 mandis across 23 states and 4 UTs with 1.79 crore farmers and 2.72 crore traders registered by December 31, 2025.
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Q: Critically examine the agricultural performance indicators highlighted in the Economic Survey 2025-26 against India's food and farm security goals.
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Economic Survey 2025-26 projects agriculture GVA growth at 3.1%, below the FY16-FY25 decadal average of 4.45%. Foodgrain output reached a record 3,577.3 lakh metric tonnes; horticulture hit 362.08 million tonnes, exceeding foodgrains' 357.73 MT for the first time. PM-KISAN disbursed over ₹4.27 lakh crore by March 2026; e-NAM covers 1,656 mandis.
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What was India's foodgrain production in Agriculture Year 2024-25 according to the Economic Survey 2025-26?
Explanation · Correct answer DFoodgrain production in AY 2024-25 reached an estimated 3,577.3 lakh metric tonnes (LMT), an increase of 254.3 LMT over the previous year. Notably, horticulture production (362.08 million tonnes) surpassed foodgrain production (357.73 MT) for the first time.
Frequently asked questions
What is India's agriculture sector growth rate in FY26 per Economic Survey 2025-26?
The **Economic Survey 2025-26** projects agriculture and allied activities growth at **3.1% in FY26**, below the sector's decadal average of **4.45% (FY16–FY25)**. The sector had grown at **4.6% in FY25**. The highest decadal average was **4.5% during 2015-16 to 2024-25**.
What was India's foodgrain production in Agriculture Year 2024-25?
India's **foodgrain production** in Agriculture Year 2024-25 reached an estimated **3,577.3 lakh metric tonnes (LMT)** — an increase of **254.3 LMT** over the previous year. For the first time, **horticulture production (362.08 MT)** surpassed **foodgrain production (357.73 MT)** in 2024-25.
How much has India's livestock sector grown and what is the fisheries contribution?
India's **livestock sector GVA grew nearly 195%** between FY15 and FY24, with sub-sector growth at **7.1% for livestock** and **8.8% for fisheries**. Fisheries production **increased over 140%** during 2014-2024. These allied sectors are becoming increasingly significant in India's agricultural economy.
What is PM-KISAN and how much has been disbursed under it?
**PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi)** provides direct income support of **₹6,000 per year** to eligible farmer families. The **Economic Survey 2025-26** reported that **over ₹4.27 lakh crore** has been released in **22 instalments** under the scheme, benefiting millions of small and marginal farmers across India.
What is e-NAM and how many mandis are covered under it?
**e-NAM (National Agriculture Market)** is a digital trading platform for agricultural commodities that enables online bidding and price discovery across physical mandis. A PIB backgrounder dated April 13, 2026 reports that e-NAM covers **1,656 mandis** across 23 states and 4 UTs, facilitating better price realisation for farmers and reducing intermediary exploitation.
