By – Mr. Amit Patjoshi, CEO, Palladium India
“Budget 2026 reflects a thoughtful re-imagining of Indian agriculture — moving beyond traditional support to embrace diversification, entrepreneurship, and institutional empowerment. The government’s focus on high-value crops such as coconut, sandalwood, cocoa and cashew, coupled with dedicated programmes for cashew and livestock FPOs, is a welcome step toward higher productivity, better farm incomes, and rural employment generation.” He added, “Initiatives such as credit-linked support for livestock FPOs and the ‘Bharat Vistar’ AI-enabled agri stack demonstrate a push towards modernising agriculture through technology, enabling farmers to make informed decisions and connect more effectively with markets. For lasting impact, it will be crucial to ensure that these interventions translate into improved livelihoods for small and marginal farmers across India.”
