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Agriculture
Punjab DSR Crop Area Climbs 36% to 400,000+ Acres in Kharif 2026
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 19 Jul 2026, 10:18 PM
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Punjab’s Drought Stress Resistant (DSR) crop area surged 36% to exceed 400,000 acres during the Kharif 2026 season, according to the state’s Agriculture Minister.
The Punjab Agriculture Minister announced that the state’s Drought Stress Resistant (DSR) crop area has risen 36% compared to the previous season, now covering over 400,000 acres during the Kharif 2026 crop cycle.
This increase reflects a growing adoption of DSR varieties among farmers, aimed at improving resilience to water scarcity and climate variability. The minister highlighted that the expanded area is expected to enhance overall productivity and stabilize yields amid erratic monsoon patterns.
Agricultural officials noted that the shift to DSR crops aligns with state policies to promote sustainable farming practices and reduce dependence on irrigation. The government plans to continue supporting farmers through training and subsidies to maintain the upward trend.
The announcement comes as Punjab seeks to meet rising food demand while addressing environmental challenges. The state’s agricultural department will monitor the performance of DSR crops and adjust support measures accordingly.
This increase reflects a growing adoption of DSR varieties among farmers, aimed at improving resilience to water scarcity and climate variability. The minister highlighted that the expanded area is expected to enhance overall productivity and stabilize yields amid erratic monsoon patterns.
Agricultural officials noted that the shift to DSR crops aligns with state policies to promote sustainable farming practices and reduce dependence on irrigation. The government plans to continue supporting farmers through training and subsidies to maintain the upward trend.
The announcement comes as Punjab seeks to meet rising food demand while addressing environmental challenges. The state’s agricultural department will monitor the performance of DSR crops and adjust support measures accordingly.