Wheat Export: Central government approved export of 25 lakh tonnes of wheat, this figure reached 50 lakh metric tonnes.

Wheat Export Approval: The Central Government has approved additional 25 lakh metric tonnes of wheat for export. According to an official statement issued on Monday, the objective of this decision is to provide better prices to the farmers and maintain stability in the country’s market. A statement issued by the Department of Food and Public Distribution on Monday said the decision has been taken after a detailed review of production, available stocks and price trends.

According to the second advance estimate released by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare on March 10, wheat production for 2025–26 is estimated at 1,202 lakh metric tonnes. The statement said that in view of good production and adequate reserves, it has been considered appropriate to allow additional exports.

Permission to export 50 LMT wheat

Earlier, the Department of Food and Public Distribution had approved export of 5 LMT wheat products in January 2026. After this, export of 5 LMT wheat products and 25 LMT wheat was approved in February 2026. With the latest approval, a total of 50 LMT wheat and 10 LMT wheat products have now been allowed to be exported.

chances of a good harvest

The area under wheat cultivation in Rabi 2026 season has increased to about 334.17 lakh hectares, which was 328.04 lakh hectares last year. This increase reflects farmers’ confidence, which is supported by the minimum support price (MSP) and strong procurement system. Due to this, there is also a possibility of a good crop this year.

Farmers’ income will increase

Approval of export of additional 25 LMT of wheat will increase liquidity in the market, better management of storage and farmers will be saved from being forced to sell at cheaper prices at the time of harvest. This will also help in keeping domestic prices stable and increasing the income of farmers, and the food security of the country will remain completely secure.

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The government said it will continue to take such decisions from time to time to maintain a balance between the interests of both farmers and consumers and promote sustainable development of the agriculture sector.

With agency input…