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Uttarakhand's Agriculture Minister, Ganesh Joshi, has emphasized that the introduction of millet farming in the state's hill regions could bring a revolutionary change to local agricultural practices. He pointed out that millets, being well-suited to the region's varied agro-climatic conditions, could improve soil health and serve as a sustainable alternative to conventional crops.
Minister Joshi revealed that the state government has launched a comprehensive millet policy to revitalize hill agriculture. The policy will be rolled out in two phases: the first phase will cover 30,000 hectares in 24 development blocks from 2025 to 2028, followed by the second phase, which will expand to 40,000 hectares across 44 blocks from 2028 to 2031. This initiative aims to positively impact over 3 lakh farmers across 11 districts, excluding Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar.
To support this shift, the government is providing an 80% subsidy on seeds and bio-fertilizers for millet crops, including varieties like Mandua, Jhangora, Ramdana, Kauni, and China. An additional incentive program has been introduced to motivate farmers to adopt millet cultivation. The project, funded through the Chief Minister’s State Agriculture Development Scheme with a budget of ₹15 crore, is set to enhance farmers' income, foster sustainable farming practices, and ensure food security for the region.
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