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Unseasonal rains hit wheat crop as India expects 110 to 120 million tonnes in 2025-26
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Procurement target rises even as hail damages key states
India’s wheat production in 2025-26 is projected at 110 to 120 million tonnes after unseasonal rains and hailstorms damaged crops in major growing states. The government has raised its wheat procurement target to 34.5 million tonnes, even as exports remain allowed but are seeing slow shipments. A new open market sale scheme policy is expected soon.
- Wheat output forecast for 2025-26 is 110 to 120 million tonnes
- Unseasonal rains and hailstorms damaged crops in key states
- Procurement target increased to 34.5 million tonnes
- Exports allowed but shipments are slow; new OMS policy planned
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