Growth and Contribution of Agriculture & Allied Sector in India

According to the latest estimates released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), the Agriculture and Allied sector contributes around 18% to India’s Gross Value Added (GVA). The sector has shown steady growth over the past decade, reflecting its continued importance for India’s economy, food security, and rural livelihoods.

CategoryIndicator / ComponentData / ValueRemarks
Agriculture & Allied Sector GVAGVA (2014–15)₹20,93,612 croreBase year reference
GVA (2023–24)₹48,77,867 croreSignificant increase over the decade
CAGR (2014–15 to 2023–24)8.83% (current prices)Reflects strong long-term growth
GVA Estimate (2025–26)₹52,08,800 croreAs per Second Advance Estimates of GDP
Growth Rate in in Agriculture & Allied sector (2025–26)2.4%
Composition of Agriculture & Allied GVACrops54.39%Largest contributor
Livestock30.87%Second largest contributor
Fishing & Aquaculture7.55%Fast-growing component
Growth in Major Sub-SectorsLivestock GVA (2014–15)₹5,10,411 crore
Livestock GVA (2023–24)₹15,05,615 croreStrong expansion
Crops GVA (2014–15)₹12,92,874 crore
Crops GVA (2023–24)₹26,52,891 croreCrops remain the largest component
Fishing & Aquaculture GVA (2014–15)₹11,65,567 crore (approx.)
Fishing & Aquaculture GVA (2023–24)₹36,81,240 crore (approx.)Rapid expansion due to rising demand and aquaculture development
Foodgrain Production Growth2015–162515.42 LMTBeginning of comparison period
2024–253577.32 LMTSignificant increase
CAGR≈ 3.6%Growth in foodgrain production
Kharif Production Estimate (2025–26)Kharif Foodgrain Production1733.30 LMTRecord level (First Advance Estimates)
Income of Agricultural Households
Income of Agricultural HouseholdsSurvey SourceSituation Assessment Survey (SAS) by NSO under MoSPIMeasures income and livelihood conditions
Average Monthly Income2012–13 (NSS 70th Round)₹6,426
2018–19 (NSS 77th Round)₹10,218Significant increase
Sources of Agricultural Household IncomeIncome Sources: Crop production, livestock farming, wages, non-farm businesses, leasing out landDiversified income sources
Factors Influencing Income CompositionDeterminants: Agro-climatic conditions, farm size, cropping patternsVaries across states

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