CM Siddaramaiah just dropped his 16th state budget, and this one’s a big deal—especially for farmers! . The government is pumping money into agriculture like never before, making sure farmers get the support they actually need. Let’s break it down.
More Money, More Machines!
- 50,000 farmers will get financial aid to buy new farming equipment. No more struggling with outdated tools—₹428 crore is going into this!
- Drip & sprinkler irrigation for 1.81 lakh farmers—because farming without enough water is a nightmare! ₹440 crore is set aside to fix this.
- Karnataka wants to be the toor dal king, so ₹88 crore is being spent on new tech and better production methods.
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Saving Every Drop – Because Rain Can’t Be Trusted
- The government has already built 3 lakh+ farm ponds to help farmers survive droughts. This year, 12,000 more are coming!
- A new ‘Integrated Rainfed Farming Policy’ is on the way—because farmers depending on rain need a backup plan.
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Tech Meets Farming – Smarter, Not Harder
- AI & satellite data are stepping in! A Digital Agri Center will help farmers predict weather, choose crops wisely, and boost productivity.
- Karnataka’s weather zones are being redefined—because climate change is real, and farmers need accurate forecasts.
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Better Soil = Better Crops
- 58 soil testing labs are getting a tech upgrade. No more bad seeds or weak fertilizers—this means healthier crops & bigger yields!
- Big news for organic lovers—Joida taluk (Uttara Kannada) is becoming Karnataka’s first fully organic farming district!
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Horticulture, Local Crops & Silk Industry Get a Major Boost
- ₹95 crore to expand horticulture—more fruits, veggies, and better processing units to help farmers sell at higher prices.
- A native crop seed bank is coming! Karnataka is preserving local crops so they don’t disappear forever.
- The silk industry isn’t left behind! Mysuru’s getting a brand-new silk market, and quality testing will ensure farmers get top prices
This budget is a BIG WIN for farmers! Less struggle, more profit, and actual solutions to real problems. Finally, some good news for Karnataka’s agriculture scene!