Rice production is a vital agricultural activity. It supports millions of livelihoods. India is one of the largest producers globally. The country has diverse climatic conditions suitable for rice cultivation. Techniques vary across regions. Traditional methods coexist with modern practices. The Green Revolution significantly boosted yields. Rice is a staple food, essential for food security. Its cultivation impacts the economy and rural development.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization released a joint report titled Extreme Heat and Agriculture on 22 April 2026, which...
India becoming the world’s largest rice producer and recording a record wheat acreage may signal food security success at the national level. But for Punjab — the state...
India’s rise as the world’s largest rice producer has been hailed as a triumph of farm resilience and policy support. Yet beneath record harvests and booming exports lies...
India’s rice production has expanded alongside record exports, making it the world’s largest producer and exporter of rice. In 2026, this position remains central to food security, trade...
