Budget 2025-26 Farm Schemes: Dhan-Dhaanya Yojana and More
Why in the news
Presenting Budget 2025-26, Nirmala Sitharaman listed agriculture among four growth engines and unveiled schemes for farm output, rural jobs and incomes.
Key facts
- PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, modelled on the Aspirational Districts Programme, covers 100 low-productivity districts.
- Rural Prosperity and Resilience Programme tackles agricultural under-employment via skilling, investment and technology.
- Grameen Credit Score Framework: Public Sector Banks to score SHG members and rural borrowers, aiding inclusion.
Scheme snapshot
| Scheme | Focus |
|---|---|
| Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana | Modern techniques, diversification, panchayat and block storage, irrigation, credit |
| Pulses mission (6 years) | Tur, Urad, Masoor; resilient high-protein seeds; NAFED and NCCF buy from registered farmers for four years |
| Rural Prosperity programme | Women’s enterprise, youth jobs, warehousing; first phase in 100 agri-districts with multilateral bank backing |
| Fruits and vegetables | Output, processing, supply chains, FPOs and cooperatives |
Significance
- Seeks higher productivity, financial security for farmers and diversified rural income.
Exam angle
- Scheme inspired by the Aspirational Districts Programme: PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana.
- Pulses procurement agencies: NAFED and NCCF.