Andhra Pradesh's 10% Agriculture Share: Union Minister Chouhan Praises State's Role

• Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated Andhra Pradesh contributes 10% to India's agriculture and is becoming a horticulture hub.
• CM Chandrababu Naidu met Chouhan, seeking central cooperation for agricultural development and allied sectors.
• Naidu requested funds for natural farming under PM-PRANAM and incentives for farmers reducing chemical fertilizer use, citing a 2.28% decrease in 2024-25.
• Proposals included Rs. 200 crore for coconut cultivation, a processing park, modern markets, and a Makhana Development Board for Kolleru Lake.
• Chouhan assured support for MSP for cashew, coffee, cocoa, coconut, and promised a special team for the state's agricultural development.