India farm output crosses record 357 million tonnes as climate resilience push grows

Scientists are urged to shift crops toward climate proof

India’s agriculture output hit a record 357 million tonnes in 2024-25, according to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. He called on scientists and stakeholders to build climate resilience through bold, science-led, farmer-focused transformation, including policies that back climate-adapted crop varieties. The push aims to strengthen farms as the foundation of civilization and economies.