Uttar Pradesh's Agricultural Boom: A Success Story

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a significant rise in the state's agriculture growth rate, reaching 18% over nine years. At the Uttar Pradesh Agricultural Science Congress-2026, he emphasized the state's critical role in India's agrarian economy and the effective utilisation of resources for development.

Uttar Pradesh has showcased dramatic strides in its agricultural growth under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, witnessing an increase from 8% to an 18% growth rate over the last nine years.

Addressing attendees at the sixth Uttar Pradesh Agricultural Science Congress-2026 in Lucknow, Chief Minister Adityanath credited sustained policy efforts and optimal resource utilisation as pivotal in this remarkable achievement.

Uttar Pradesh contributes approximately 21% to India's foodgrain production, highlighting the state's pivotal role in the agrarian economy. The ongoing three-day science congress aims to discuss transformative agriculture strategies, with notable figures like Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi present.