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India wheat output set to stay steady as rains and hail hit pockets
Economy
Published on 26 April 2026
Bad weather damaged some farms but supply holds
India’s wheat production for the 2025-26 crop year is expected to remain stable despite unseasonal rains and hailstorms damaging localized areas. The agriculture ministry says higher acreage and improved seed varieties are cushioning the setbacks. Procurement figures from key wheat states also point to healthy output. Overall, the outlook is strong and steady.
- Wheat production for 2025-26 is forecast stable
- Unseasonal rains and hail hit only pockets of farms
- More acreage and better seed varieties offset damage
- Procurement data from key states supports healthy output
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