Wheat Acreage Steady Despite Weak Monsoon, Bumper Harvest Expected

Business Standard · business

Wheat cultivation area is expected to remain stable for the 2026-27 rabi season, despite deficient monsoon rainfall. This stability, supported by irrigation facilities in key growing states like Punjab and Haryana, raises hopes for another bumper harvest. The agriculture ministry has set a production target of 121 million tonnes, following a record 120.7 million tonnes last year. Ample wheat stocks above buffer norms and an increased Minimum Support Price further bolster supply expectations.