Parliament Question: Data on MSP and Farmer’s Income

Executive Summary: This document presents the Indian government's response to a parliamentary question regarding Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for agricultural crops and the progress of doubling farmers' income. It details the MSPs fixed for 22 mandated crops for the Marketing Season 2025-26 and outlines various government initiatives and budgetary support aimed at improving farmers' welfare and income. The information provided is for the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 2557, to be answered on August 5, 2025. Key Points / Main Content: Minimum Support Price (MSP): * The government fixes MSPs for 22 mandated agricultural crops nationwide, not region or state-specific. * MSPs are based on the Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP) recommendations and consider input from State Governments and Central Ministries/Departments. * MSP details for the Marketing Season 2025-26 are provided in an annexure, listing crop-wise MSPs per quintal for Kharif and Rabi crops, and commercial crops. Government Initiatives for Farmers' Welfare and Income: * The Government of India supplements state efforts with policy measures, budgetary support, and various schemes/programs. * The budget allocation for the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DAFW) has increased from Rs. 21,933.50 crore in 2013-14 to Rs. 1,27,290.16 crore in 2025-26. * The government fixed MSP of 22 mandated crops at a level of at least one and a half times the cost of production. * Several initiatives include: * Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PMKISAN) * Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY) * Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) / Restructured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) * Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) * Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) * Formation and Promotion of 10,000 new Farmer Producers Organizations (FPOs) * National Bee Keeping and Honey Mission (NBHM) * Namo Drone Didi * National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) * Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PMAASHA) * Agri Fund for Start-Ups Rural Enterprises (Agri-SURE) * Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) * Sub-Mission on Agriculture Mechanization (SMAM) * Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) * Soil Health Fertility (SHF) * Rainfed Area Development (RAD) * Agroforestry * Crop Diversification Programme (CDP) * Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (SMAE) * Sub-Mission on Seed and Planting Material (SMSP) * National Food Security and Nutrition Mission (NFSNM) * Integrated Scheme for Agriculture Marketing (ISAM) * Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) * National Mission on Edible Oils (NMEO-Oil Palm) * National Mission on Edible Oils (NMEO-Oilseeds) * Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region * Digital Agriculture Mission * National Bamboo Mission Impact Analysis: Farmers: Impact: Farmers are directly affected by the Minimum Support Prices set for their crops, influencing their income. The various government schemes aim to provide financial support, insurance, access to technology, and improved agricultural practices to enhance their productivity and income. Action Required: Farmers should be aware of the MSP for their crops and take advantage of the various schemes and programs offered by the government to improve their agricultural practices and financial stability. State Governments: Impact: State governments are involved in the consultation process for determining MSPs and are responsible for implementing various agricultural schemes and programs. Action Required: State governments need to provide their views on MSP recommendations and effectively implement central government schemes, providing necessary support to farmers in their respective states. Central Ministries/Departments: Impact: Central Ministries/Departments are part of the consultation process for MSP determination and contribute to policy measures and budgetary support for the agricultural sector. Action Required: Relevant Central Ministries/Departments need to provide their input on MSP recommendations and collaborate in formulating and implementing effective policies and programs for farmers' welfare.

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