Over 8.68 lakh J&K farmers receive ₹173.60 crore under PM-KISAN’s 23rd instalment
Srinagar,July 22, 2026- In a major boost to the agricultural sector, nearly 8.68 lakh farmers across Jammu and Kashmir received financial assistance exceeding ₹173.60 crore under the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) between April and July 2026. The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) initiative has ensured that financial assistance reaches eligible […]
Empowering J&K’s small farmers
In Jammu and Kashmir , small and marginal farmers, who form the backbone of agriculture, are finding new opportunities through Farmer Producer Organisations and contract farming. These approaches tackle issues like small landholdings, limited market reach, and price instability, aligning with J&K’s rich produce like apples, saffron, and walnuts. FPOs enable farmers to unite, pool […]