The Roller Flour Millers Federation of India (RFMFI) conclave in Goa presented a survey indicating that wheat production for the 2024-25 crop year is expected to increase by 8.2 percent. This growth is primarily attributed to higher acreage and farmers choosing to plant climate-resilient varieties.
Agriwatch’s Nalin Rawal cautiously forecasted a wheat production of 109.85 million tonnes for this year, compared to 105.79 million tonnes estimated last year. This estimate is consistent with the RFMFI’s forecast of a 110 million tonne crop. RFMFI President Navneet Chitlangia mentioned that key wheat-growing regions received rainfall due to the influence of the Western disturbance.
The survey highlighted that farmers have cultivated a significant amount of climate-resilient varieties, resulting in a 2 percent increase in wheat yield this year. However, concerns were raised about the impact of a recent hailstorm in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.
In terms of production, Uttar Pradesh is expected to experience a 0.6 percent decline due to a slight decrease in acreage, while states like Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and West Bengal are projected to see a notable increase in production.
Overall, the industry is optimistic about the upcoming wheat production, with expectations of a fruitful harvest for the 2024-25 crop year.
