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Government creates 11 crore Farmer IDs ahead of schedule

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 24 October 2026 that the government has created 11 crore Farmer IDs, completing the target by 23 October 2026, five months before the March 2027 deadline. These unique digital identities are part of the Digital Agriculture Mission to provide farmers with faster, transparent access to bank loans, crop insurance, disaster relief, and government schemes.

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24 October 2026
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ICAR-CIRCOT partners with private firm to commercialize protective gloves for cotton workers

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 23 October 2026 that the ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT) signed an agreement with M/s. Trust ARS Rubber Private Limited on 22 October 2026.

Who it affects
cotton farmers and agricultural workers
When · Where
On 22 October 2026: signing of the MoU · Across India
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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
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23 October 2026
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Union Minister launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' to promote sustainable farming

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has launched the nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ in Karnal, Haryana. The campaign encourages farmers to use fertilisers scientifically based on Soil Health Cards rather than imitating others to reduce costs and protect soil fertility.

Who it affects
farmers
When · Where
On 22 October 2026: launch of Khet Bachao Abhiyan and Kisan Chaupal · Across Haryana
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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
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22 October 2026
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Government launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' and approves housing for Haryana families

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of the 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan', a nationwide campaign to protect soil health. From 22 October to 30 November 2026, scientists and officials will visit villages to encourage farmers to use balanced fertilisers based on Soil Health Cards, rotate crops, and adopt natural farming.

Who it affects
eligible poor families
When · Where
From 22 October 2026: nationwide public awareness campaign (+1 more) · Haryana
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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
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22 October 2026
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Government launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' to promote sustainable farming

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 21 October 2026 the launch of the nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan- Rabi 2026’ campaign. Running from 22 October to 30 November 2026, the initiative aims to educate farmers on balanced fertilizer use, soil health, and crop diversification.

Who it affects
farmers
When · Where
From 22 October 2026: Khet Bachao Abhiyan- Rabi 2026 campaign (+2 more) · nationwide
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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
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21 October 2026
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Agriculture Ministry launches upgraded Agri Welfare Portal for farmers

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare announced on 19 October 2026 the launch of the upgraded Agri Welfare Portal. This mobile-friendly platform provides farmers with a single-window gateway to access government schemes like PM-KISAN, AgriStack, and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, as well as financial assistance via Direct Benefit Transfer.

Who it affects
farmers
When · Where
On 19 October 2026: launch of the upgraded Agri Welfare Portal · across the country
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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
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19 October 2026
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