Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

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Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
13 Feb, 2026

Zero tariff textiles exports to U.S. possible for India: Goyal, Pg1

India-U.S. trade deal to mirror Bangladesh's zero-tariff textile exports, boosting competitiveness and benefiting Indian farmers, says Goyal.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
13 Feb, 2026

​Farmers’ pulse, Pg10

India's pulse self-sufficiency mission faces challenges amid import pressures and procurement gaps, risking farmer distress and trade sensitivities.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
12 Feb, 2026

US revises its India trade deal fact sheet, drops 'certain pulses', Pg1

US softens stance on India trade deal, revising fact sheet by removing 'certain pulses' and changing 'committed' to 'intends'.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
11 Feb, 2026

India-US trade deal seals farmers' slide — provider to poor relative, Pg13

India-US trade deal shifts focus from farmers' welfare, prioritizing market access for US agricultural products over domestic farmer interests.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
8 Feb, 2026

India-U.S. deal has no item that can hurt Indian farmers: Goyal, Pg9

India-U.S. Interim Agreement prioritizes farmer protection, duty-free access for key sectors, and tariff reductions on essential imports.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEconomics of Animal Rearing
8 Feb, 2026

Farm give and take: Cheaper livestock feed, challenge on soyabean, Pg1

India-US interim trade deal: India to reduce tariffs on US goods, including soyabean oil and fresh fruits.

Vulnerable SectionsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
6 Feb, 2026

Procurement of minor forest produce dips 92% in 2024-25, Pg14

Government MFP procurement crashes 92% in 2024-25 impacting tribal livelihoods despite ₹319.65 crore disbursed to States.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
6 Feb, 2026

‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11

FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
4 Feb, 2026

US farm exports to India surged, even with no deal, Pg16

US-India trade dynamics shift as US agricultural exports surge by 34.1% amid ongoing trade negotiations and tariff adjustments.

Government BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
2 Feb, 2026

Fertiliser subsidy zooms amid unrestrained consumption, weak rupee, Pg5

Fertilizer subsidy surges to ₹1.86 lakh crore in FY26 due to rising consumption, weak rupee, and global prices.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
2 Feb, 2026

Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1

Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution System
2 Feb, 2026

Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12

Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
26 Jan, 2026

Why EU deal is better for farmers than one with US, Pg26

India favors EU trade deal over US due to lower agricultural import threat and export opportunities in seafood and spices.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
21 Jan, 2026

2 billion-strong market... mother of all deals: EU chief on pact with India, Pg1

EU eyes 'first mover advantage' with India trade deal amid US tariff threats and apple import duty concerns raised by Himachal CM.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
19 Jan, 2026

India's record rice output comes with challenges, Pg17

India surpasses China in rice production, faces challenges in water usage, crop diversification, and surplus stock management.

Poverty and HungerFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesPublic Distribution System
19 Jan, 2026

To complete reform drive, rationalise food and fertiliser subsidies, Pg12

Article advocates for rationalizing food and fertilizer subsidies to improve efficiency and reduce fiscal burden, suggesting reforms in PDS and fertilizer pricing.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
17 Jan, 2026

Food habits are changing. Farms must, too, Pg17

Changing Indian food habits necessitate agricultural diversification beyond rice and wheat, impacting farmer incomes and nutritional security.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
1 Jan, 2026

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesLand Reforms in IndiaChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
31 Dec, 2025

At PM meet, experts flag: Pvt investment, reforms, FDI outflow, Pg1

Economists urge reforms in land, agriculture, subsidies, and trade to boost private investment and propel India to 3rd largest economy.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
24 Dec, 2025

New jobs law reverses gains on rural equality, Pg13

New VB-G RAMG Act raises concerns over diluted rural employment guarantee, potentially increasing inequality and impacting wage dynamics.

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