Agriculture & Food Security
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Weekly Brief — Agriculture & Food Security
2026 Kharif Season Launch: MSP Hikes and Strategic Fertilizer Buffers
This report covers Agriculture, Food Security, and Farmer Welfare from May 11 to May 18, 2026. Key findings include the approval of 2026-27 Kharif MSP with significant increases for oilseeds, the securing of a 200 LMT fertilizer buffer, and the formalization of the India-Netherlands Strategic Partnership (2026-2030) targeting climate-resilient farming.
Key Statistics
| 14 Crops | 200 LMT | ₹12.35 / kg |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Kharif crops receiving MSP hikes for 2026-27 | Total national fertilizer buffer stock secured for peak season | Procurement price set for onion by NAFED in Maharashtra |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Kharif Price Support: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season, prioritizing pulses and oilseeds to promote crop diversification.
- Fertilizer Security: The government has met 51% of the total 390.54 LMT Kharif fertilizer requirement ahead of schedule, ensuring no hike in Maximum Retail Prices (MRP) for farmers despite global supply fluctuations.
- **Bilateral Agricu…
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