Karnataka Targets Robust Foodgrain Production for Kharif 2024-25

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The Ambitious Target

Karnataka is setting an ambitious target for foodgrain production in the 2024-25 kharif season, aiming to achieve an output of 11.2 million tonnes (mt) from approximately 5.75 million hectares (MHA). This target comes after a challenging year marked by severe drought and negative growth in the agricultural sector. In 2023-24, the state declared drought in 223 of its 236 districts, significantly impacting crop yields.

Key Crops and Production Targets

The state is targeting paddy cultivation on 1.06 MHA, with an expected production of 3.297 mt. Paddy remains a crucial crop for Karnataka, contributing significantly to its foodgrain output. Karnataka, a central corn-producing state, aims to increase corn acreage to 1.54 MHA. With a targeted production of 4.928 mt. This reflects the state’s commitment to enhancing corn output to meet both domestic and export demands. Ragi, a key nutrient-cereal, is projected to be cultivated on 0.73 MHA. With a production target of 1.176 metric tons. This crop is essential for nutritional security in the region. Kharif jowar is expected to be planted on 0.075 MHA, with a target production of 0.112 mt. Jowar is another significant cereal contributing to the state’s foodgrain basket.

Pulses and Oilseeds

Karnataka plans to increase its pulses acreage, driven by the bullish trend in prices, targeting 1.5 mha for pigeon pea. The state expects pigeon pea production to reach 1.195 million tonnes this year, driven by favorable conditions.

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Additionally:

  • Green gram production is targeted at 0.15 million tonnes, expected from 0.399 mha of cultivation.
  • Karnataka aims for 0.979 MHA of oilseed acreage, projecting a production of 0.987 million tonnes this season.
  • Groundnut cultivation is expected on 0.4 mha, targeting a production of 0.383 million tonnes.
  • Sunflower will cover 0.13 MHA, with an expected yield of 0.105 million tonnes this year.
  • Soybean cultivation is planned on 0.41 mha, aiming for a production target of 0.472 million tonnes.

Cash Crops

  • Cotton, a vital cash crop, is projected to be grown on 0.8 MHA, with an expected output of 2.434 mt. The state is focusing on enhancing cotton production to boost its agricultural economy.
  • Sugarcane acreage is anticipated to be 0.64 MHA, 62.72 mt of production is target. This crop plays a crucial role in Karnataka’s agro-industrial sector.
  • Tobacco cultivation is expected to cover 0.077 MHA, with 0.067 mt an estimated production. This crop, though smaller in scale, contributes to the state’s diverse agricultural portfolio.

Challenges and Strategies

The agriculture sector in Karnataka faced significant challenges in 2023-24 due to severe drought conditions, impacting crop yields and growth rates. The state has implemented several strategies to overcome these challenges and achieve its ambitious production targets for the 2024-25 kharif season.Farmers are being encouraged to adopt improved agricultural practices and technologies to enhance productivity. Additionally, the state is focusing on efficient water management and irrigation practices to mitigate the impact of adverse weather conditions.

Karnataka’s ambitious target for foodgrain production in the 2024-25 kharif season reflects its commitment to overcoming the challenges posed by adverse weather conditions and drought. By focusing on critical crops such as paddy, corn, ragi, and jowar, as well as pulses and oilseeds. The state aims to achieve a significant increase in agricultural output. The emphasis on cash crops like cotton, sugarcane, and tobacco further highlights Karnataka’s strategy to boost its agricultural economy.

 

 

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