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Prime Minister Modi urges farmers to diversify crops and highlights growth in allied sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed agricultural diversification and the welfare of farmers, encouraging a shift from traditional crops to a wider variety. He highlighted significant growth in milk, egg, fish, honey, and horticulture production.

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Prime Minister Modi urges farmers to diversify crops and highlights growth in allied sectors

Modi also emphasised the role of solar energy schemes like PM-KUSUM in empowering farmers as energy producers. He recalled his 'lab to land' approach from his Gujarat tenure, noting the expansion of soil testing laboratories and Krishi Vigyan Kendras across India.

Additionally, he highlighted the national programme delivering free livestock vaccines to protect farmers' animals.