The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) is the apex body of the Government of India responsible for formulating and administering policies and programmes for the development of agriculture and allied sectors.
MoA&FW has a wide range of functions, including:
- Promoting agricultural production and productivity
- Ensuring food security for the country
- Providing price support to farmers
- Promoting agricultural exports
- Improving the rural infrastructure
- Providing financial assistance to farmers
- Promoting agricultural research and education
- Providing extension services to farmers
The MoA&FW has a number of departments
- Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries
- Agricultural Research and Education
- Department of Cooperation
- Department of Farmers Welfare