Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s nine-year tenure marks a golden era for Uttar Pradesh agriculture. Strategic interventions have not only empowered farmers but revolutionized the entire agri value chain.
Water security was priority one. Eastern and Bundelkhand regions, once drought-prone, now boast micro-irrigation coverage of 35 lakh hectares. Solar pumps numbering 5 lakh provide free electricity, slashing costs by 60%.
Financial inclusion transformed rural banking. Kisan Credit Cards issued to 3.5 crore farmers ensure timely, collateral-free loans at 4% interest. Mudra loans for agri-enterprises created 15 lakh women entrepreneurs.
Seed revolution through UP Seed Corporation delivers high-yield, climate-smart varieties. Bt cotton and hybrid maize adoption rates crossed 80%, lifting productivity by 40%.
Agri-startups flourished under UP Startup Policy. 2,000 ventures in food processing, drone services, and agri-tech received Rs 1,200 crore funding. Unicorns like Ninjacart established regional hubs.
Export focus yielded rich dividends. GI-tagged products like Kala Namak rice and Farrukhabad Chikankari fabrics found global markets. UP’s share in national agri-exports doubled to 20%.
Skill development programs trained 10 million youth in modern farming, horticulture, and food processing. ‘Kheti Haat’ training centers operate 24/7, offering practical demonstrations.
Climate resilience measures include 1,000 weather stations and crop calendars customized for 75 districts. AI-powered apps predict pest outbreaks 15 days in advance, saving crops worth Rs 5,000 crore annually.
Social impact is profound. SC/ST farmers received 25% quota in all schemes. Landless laborers gained employment through MGNREGA-agri convergence, creating 500 crore person-days of work.
UP’s agricultural success story proves policy matters. Yogi Adityanath converted farmer distress into determination, subsistence farming into profitable enterprises. The annadata stands tall today – empowered, prosperous, and pivotal to India’s growth trajectory.