PM Modi Calls on Farmers to Move Beyond Wheat, Rice and Sugarcane

Speaking at a national agricultural gathering, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that excessive dependence on a few staple crops such as wheat, rice and sugarcane makes Indian agriculture vulnerable to price volatility and climate shocks. He emphasized that diversifying into other cereals, pulses, oilseeds and millets can improve farm incomes, enhance soil health and reduce risk for growers.

Modi called on farmers to shift their planting patterns and explore alternative crops that are better suited to regional conditions. He highlighted that the government is ready to support this transition through existing schemes that provide seeds, credit and technical guidance.

The prime minister’s appeal aligns with long‑standing policy recommendations to broaden the crop basket, aiming to make the sector more resilient and sustainable in the face of changing market and environmental dynamics.