India is expected to see a 3% increase in total foodgrain production, reaching around 349 million tonnes in the 2025–26 crop year, according to the government’s second advance estimates. The rise is mainly driven by record production of wheat, maize (corn), and mustard during the rabi season, while rice and sugarcane output from the kharif season has also been revised upward. Wheat production alone is projected to grow about 2% from last year’s record of 117.94 million tonnes, indicating a strong harvest that could comfortably meet domestic demand and even support exports. Overall foodgrain output, including both kharif and rabi crops, is estimated to increase from 336.83 million tonnes last year to around 349 million tonnes this year. Rice production has already touched a record 120.21 million tonnes, and pulses output is also expected to rise, which may help reduce the demand–supply gap. However, oilseed production may decline slightly, mainly due to lower mustard output in some regions. Despite price fluctuations in some crops, farmers have expanded maize cultivation, and production is expected to reach around 15.9 million tonnes. The agriculture ministry also noted that these figures are based on early estimates and could change as the season progresses.
Foodgrain Output Pegged 3% Up at 349 Million Tonnes in 2025-26
