Agriculture & Food Security
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Weekly Brief — Agriculture & Food Security
Bharat Agri-Pulse: ₹18,880 Cr PM-KISAN Release & Smart Storage Pivot
This report covers Agriculture, Food Security, Farmers, and Fertilizers from June 15, 2026, to June 22, 2026. Key developments include the disbursement of the 23rd PM-KISAN installment and the launch of AI-driven smart warehousing for national food security.
Key Statistics
| ₹18,880 Crore | 9.44 Crore | ₹3,100 / Quintal |
|---|---|---|
| Total DBT disbursed under 23rd PM-KISAN installment | Farmers receiving direct income support across India | New paddy procurement rate announced for Odisha |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Liquidity Injection: The Union Government released the 23rd installment of PM-KISAN, transferring over ₹18,880 crore directly to nearly 9.44 crore farmers to support Kharif season requirements.
- Tech-Driven Food Security: A new "Smart Warehousing System" was launched to digitize foodgrain storage, aiming to reduce post-harvest losses through AI and real-time monitoring.
- Fertilizer & Input Stability: Despite West Asian geopolitical disruptions, the government confirmed a comfortable stock position, with 27% of the total Kharif fertilizer requirement already pur…
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