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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.

Read the explainer Press release 2327905Official release from pib.gov.in ↗
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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.

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cotton farmers and agricultural workers
When · Where
On 22 October 2026: signing of the MoU · Across India
Press release 2327349Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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.

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farmers
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On 22 October 2026: launch of Khet Bachao Abhiyan and Kisan Chaupal · Across Haryana
Press release 2326997Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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.

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eligible poor families
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From 22 October 2026: nationwide public awareness campaign (+1 more) · Haryana
Press release 2326933Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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.

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farmers
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From 22 October 2026: Khet Bachao Abhiyan- Rabi 2026 campaign (+2 more) · nationwide
Press release 2326112Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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.

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farmers
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On 19 October 2026: launch of the upgraded Agri Welfare Portal · across the country
Press release 2325129Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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ICAR to showcase agri-tech innovations at ESTIC 2026 conclave

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 15 October 2026 that the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will participate in the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026. The event will take place from 27 to 29 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, focusing on "Agri-Tech, Food Systems and Nutrition".

Who it affects
departmental stalls, deep-tech startups, and departmental technologies
When · Where
On 27 October 2026: Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 (+1 more) · New Delhi
Press release 2323912Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government to establish Agriculture Council to curb fake degrees

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 14 October 2026 that an Agriculture Council will soon be established to regulate agricultural colleges and stop the issuance of fake degrees. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that the government will take strict measures against substandard private institutions to protect the value of degrees like BSc and MSc Agriculture.

Who it affects
private agricultural colleges
When · Where
On 14 October 2026: 10th National Convention of Agrivision (+1 more) · Across India
Press release 2323461Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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New soybean varieties show potential to double average Indian yields

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 13 October 2026 that the ICAR–National Soybean Research Institute, Indore, held a Soybean Harvest Day on 9 October 2026. Preliminary data from the event shows that improved soybean varieties NRC 268 and NRC 270 yielded approximately 20 quintals per hectare, even during adverse weather.

Who it affects
soybean varieties NRC 268 and NRC 270
When · Where
On 9 October 2026: Soybean Harvest Day · Across India
Press release 2322744Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Agriculture Minister urges coordinated action to boost farm incomes via PMDDKY

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 12 October 2026 that the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) prioritises 100 districts with low agricultural productivity or inadequate credit flow. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan called for inter-ministerial coordination and the promotion of pulses and oilseeds in rice fallow areas to increase farmers' incomes.

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districts
When · Where
On 12 October 2026: national conference on the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana · Several states
Press release 2322443Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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