Budget 2026: Agriculture, Tech, Green Infra in Focus; Farmers Seek Long-Term Plans

• Agricultural experts demand long-term plans and increased budget for AI in crop production.
• Agriculture contributes 20% to the economy and is the largest employment generator, facing various challenges.
• Finance Minister may focus on new technologies like agri-drones, IoT sensors, and AI for improved yields and climate change mitigation.
• Schemes to promote micro-irrigation (drip/sprinkler), drought/flood-tolerant crops, and natural farming are expected.
• Significant allocations for farmer training in cold storage, warehousing, food processing, and FPOs are anticipated.

Why It Matters: Budget 2026 is set to prioritize agriculture with a strong emphasis on technology and green infrastructure.