CM Shared Easy Tips to Boost Kharif Crop Production: Timely sowing, good seeds, and modern farming techniques are the key to success

Key Highlights:

• Campaign launched on May 29, runs till June 12.

• 1.5 crore farmers to be guided by 16,000 scientists.

• Focus on timely sowing, seed quality, and climate planning.

• UP CM urges farmers to sow early for a higher yield.

• 2170 teams to visit villages and share farming tips.

To strengthen the agriculture sector and improve the income of farmers, the Central Government has launched a new nationwide campaign called Developed Agriculture Resolution Campaign 2025 (Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025). It was officially launched on 29 May 2025 by Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan from Puri, Odisha.

This campaign will run for 15 days, till June 12, and will involve 1.5 crore farmers from 700 districts across the country.

Also Read: Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025 to Launch from Puri on May 29; Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Lead Farmer Outreach Across 20 States

Scientists Will Visit Farms and Guide Farmers Directly

As part of the campaign, 2,170 teams, including 16,000 agricultural scientists, will go directly to villages. These scientists will guide farmers on:

• Weather-based crop planning

• Soil health and suitable seeds

• Proper use of fertilizers

• Natural and organic farming techniques

• Pulses and oilseeds production

• Food security and climate-smart farming

The Agriculture Minister urged farmers to meet scientists, discuss their farming challenges, and adopt modern farming methods. He said, “Scientists must now leave their labs and go directly to farmers fields.”

CM Yogi Adityanath Shared Simple Tips for Kharif Crops

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanathgave important advice for Kharif crop farmers under this campaign. He highlighted that:

• Monsoon may arrive 20 days early this year due to climate change.

• However, drought-like conditions may occur, so timely planning is necessary.

CM’s Tips for Better Kharif Yield:

• Use good-quality seeds for better production.

• Sow crops on time to get maximum yield.

• Late sowing (by a month) can reduce yield by up to 30%.

• If sowing is delayed, use the best seed variety available to minimize losses.

Key Activities Under the Campaign

During the campaign, several key steps will be taken to educate and support farmers:

• ICAR, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Agricultural Universities, and the Department of Agriculture teams will train farmers.

• Every team will visit two villages daily and provide guidance based on local conditions.

• Information will be shared on what crops to grow, which seeds to use, when to sow, and how to fertilize properly.

• Focus will also be on organic farming, climate-resilient agriculture, and water-saving techniques.

Farming Needs Planning in Today’s Climate Conditions

The Chief Minister stressed that strategic farming is the need of the hour. He advised farmers to plan:

• What to do in case of drought or excess rainfall

• Which crops are climate-resistant

• How to make use of available natural resources smartly

On this occasion, CM Yogi Adityanathalso distributed certificates to farmers under the PM-Kusum Yojana, which provides solar pumps and energy-saving equipment.

Campaign to Cover Every Village in Uttar Pradesh

In Uttar Pradesh, the campaign is being run with the support of:

• 89 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs)

• 826 Block Headquarters

• 8,137 Kisan Kalyan Kendras

Through this campaign, farmers will receive proper training, learn new farming strategies, and explore new technologies to improve crop production.

What Will Farmers Learn During VKSA 2025?

During the campaign, farmers will get answers to important farming questions like:

Key Highlights of the Developed Agriculture Resolution Campaign 2025

• Duration: May 29 to June 12, 2025 (15 days)

• Coverage: 1.5 crore farmers from 700 districts

• Teams: 2,170 scientific teams visiting villages daily

• Focus Areas: Timely sowing, seed selection, fertilizer use, climate resilience

• Special Push in UP: Timely sowing message delivered by CM Yogi Adityanath

• Goal: To boost crop production and farmer income with scientific guidance

Also Read: India Becomes World’s Top Rice Producer, Surpassing China for the First Time

CMV360 Says

The Developed Agriculture Resolution Campaign 2025 is more than just a training program, it is a movement to give Indian agriculture a new identity. By connecting farmers directly with scientists and encouraging the adoption of modern methods, the campaign is expected to boost food grain production, increase farm incomes, and make agriculture more resilient to climate change.

This is an important step towards realizing the vision of a developed India, where agriculture becomes smarter, sustainable, and more profitable for every farmer.