Government must invest in sustainability standards for agri-exports to the EU
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Key Facts
TypeAnalysis
SourceICRIER
PublishedMonday, 7 September 2026
Affected Population~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce
Key Numbers
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
Key Authorities
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers WelfareICARFCIMinistry of Commerce & IndustryDPIIT
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