Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Kerala Agriculture Doubles Growth, Says CM Vijayan
Kerala's agriculture is doing well, growing much faster than the rest of the country.
The state government is helping by starting programs to help farmers and increase their income.
They're also using new technology and supporting local businesses that make products from farm goods.
One big project is helping farmers deal with climate change.
The government is working on ways to protect crops from wild animals, which is also affecting the agricultural sector, but needs changes from the national government.
The goal is to blend old farming methods with new technology.
Kerala's agricultural sector grew by 4.65% last year, more than double the national average.
The state government is implementing initiatives like 'Mission 2026' and 'Mission 2033' to support agricultural growth.
Paddy productivity increased to 3,108 kg per hectare during the government's tenure.
The state is implementing the KERA Project with World Bank support to combat climate change.
The government is promoting agritech start-ups and value-added agricultural products.
- Who
- Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
- What
- Kerala's agricultural sector is experiencing growth.
- When
- The last financial year
- Where
- Kerala
- Why
- To increase farmers' income and combat challenges like climate change and market uncertainties.
Government's Stance
Central Government's Stance
Dealing with wild animals
Government's Stance
Curbing the menace of wild animals is essential.
Central Government's Stance
Timely amendments to central laws are required, and the state government is putting pressure on the Centre.
- Kerala agriculture growth
- 4.65%
- National average growth
- 2.1%
- Paddy productivity
- 3,108 kg per hectare
- KERA Project cost
- Rs 2,365 crore
- Agritech start-ups launched
- More than 150