Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav met with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in New Delhi on April 1, 2026, to discuss the welfare of farmers in the state. The meeting resulted in a significant assurance from the central government regarding a special agriculture package for Bihar. This initiative aims to increase the income of the 76% population in the state that depends on farming and agricultural activities.
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What are the specific demands for Bihar farmers?
Minister Ram Kripal Yadav submitted a demand letter seeking the commencement of crop procurement for Chana and Sarson at Minimum Support Price (MSP). The state has also requested to be designated as a primary state for the production of pulses and oilseeds. The central government has reacted positively to these requests, promising necessary support for the state agricultural growth and farmers income.
Status of Farmer ID and Fertilizer availability
Bihar has achieved a major milestone by creating Farmer IDs for over 47 lakh farmers. Due to meeting more than 50% of the target for ID creation, the state is set to receive 269.89 crore rupees in special assistance from the center. Additionally, the state government has confirmed that there is an ample supply of various fertilizers available for farmers as of April 1, 2026.
| Fertilizer Name | Available Stock (Metric Tons) |
|---|---|
| Urea | 2.77 Lakh |
| DAP | 1.46 Lakh |
| NPK | 2.11 Lakh |
| MOP | 0.43 Lakh |
| SSP | 1.02 Lakh |
