India's Agricultural Boom: Record Wheat and Rice Production in 2025/26

India achieved record highs in wheat and rice production for the 2025/26 crop year, attributed to favorable monsoon rains that allowed for expanded planting. The country's rice output reached 154.02 million metric tons, while wheat production totaled 120.66 million metric tons, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 27-05-2026 18:33 IST | Created: 27-05-2026 18:33 IST
India's Agricultural Boom: Record Wheat and Rice Production in 2025/26
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India has announced record wheat and rice production for the crop year 2025/26, supported by generous monsoon rainfall that facilitated increased planting.

The country's rice yield hit an unprecedented 154.02 million metric tons, while wheat tallied at 120.66 million metric tons, according to figures released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

This agricultural surge underscores the impact of favorable weather conditions on India's farming sector, bolstering the nation's food security and economic prospects.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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