Agriculture & Allied Sectors of Rajasthan

[!IMPORTANT] Data Source: Rajasthan Economic Review 2023-24. Agriculture and allied sectors are the backbone of the state's rural economy, contributing significantly to the Gross State Value Added (GSVA).

1. Sectoral Contribution (2023-24)

Sub-sector Breakdown (Current Prices):

• Livestock: 48.58% (Largest contributor)
• Crops: 44.53%
• Forestry & Logging: 6.54%
• Fishing: 0.35%

2. Foodgrain Production (2023-24 Estimates)

3. Rajasthan's National Rank (Production)

• 1st Rank: Bajra, Mustard, Nutri-cereals, Total Oilseeds.
• 2nd Rank: Milk, Groundnut, Total Pulses.
• Wool Production: Rajasthan ranks 1st in India (~45% share).

4. Key Missions & Schemes

• Rajasthan Millets Promotion Mission: Center of Excellence for Millets being established at Jodhpur.
• Rajasthan Organic Farming Mission: Aiming for sustainable agriculture; Dungarpur is the first organic district.
• PM-KUSUM: Rajasthan is a leader in setting up solar pumps (Component A).
• Mukhya Mantri Dugdh Utpadak Sambal Yojana: Subsidy of ₹5 per litre to milk producers.

5. Livestock Census (20th Census)

• Total Livestock: 568.01 Lakh (1.66% decrease from 19th Census).
• Cattle (Cow): Population increased by 4.41%.
• Camel/Goat/Sheep: Population witnessed a significant decrease.