
Uttar Pradesh mandates registration for seed sugarcane farmers to ensure quality seeds, stop fake trading, and enforce strict action under the Seeds Act, 1966.

Government initiative converts Lakhpati Didi to BC Sakhi, ensuring ₹15k–₹30k income and safe agricultural inputs, strengthening rural livelihoods and women’s employment.

Haryana expands Lado Laxmi Yojana by raising income limits and adding new categories to boost women empowerment through education, health, nutrition support, and assured monthly financial assistance.

ICAR unveils 184 climate-resilient crop varieties to improve farm productivity, farmer income, and food security across India, covering grains, pulses, oilseeds, cotton, and millets.

India’s tractor retail market grew 11.52% in CY’25 with sales nearing 10 lakh units. Mahindra Group led the market, while Escorts, Kubota, and John Deere recorded strong growth.

India tractor retail sales crossed 1.15 lakh units in December 2025, led by Mahindra, Swaraj, and Escorts Kubota, as per FADA market share data.

Maharashtra removes stamp duty on agricultural loans up to ₹2 lakh, reducing costs for farmers, simplifying loan processes, and boosting farm investment and rural growth.

The Bihar government announces major relief for sugarcane farmers with mechanization benefits, training programs, subsidies, insurance support, and reopening of closed sugar mills to boost income and production.

India’s domestic tractor sales rose 37% YoY to 69,890 units in December 2025, led by Mahindra and strong growth from John Deere amid healthy rural demand.

Sonalika Tractors posts record December sales of 12,392 units, reflecting strong farmer trust, rising demand, and steady growth in India’s competitive tractor market.

Madhya Pradesh offers up to 55% subsidy on power tillers to help small farmers reduce costs, adopt modern farming, and increase productivity through an easy online application process.

In 2026, farmers may benefit from higher Kisan Samman Nidhi, stronger MSP, faster crop insurance, digital farmer cards, free electricity, and major reforms to boost income.

Mahindra Tractors reports strong December 2025 sales with 37% domestic growth and 78% export rise, driven by good harvest, favorable weather, and higher Rabi sowing demand.

VST reports strong December 2025 sales growth with higher tractor and power tiller demand, supported by improved farm activity and rising adoption of mechanised farming solutions.

Escorts Kubota reports strong tractor sales growth in December 2025, driven by rising domestic demand, higher exports, and supportive farm policies across India and overseas markets.




