Maharashtra Grants Agricultural Status to Livestock and Poultry Farming:
The state of Maharashtra has become the first in India to grant agricultural status to livestock and poultry farming. This decision, approved by the Maharashtra Cabinet on July 11, 2025, recognizes the vital role of animal husbandry in the rural economy and aims to bring parity between crop cultivators and livestock farmers. The move is expected to benefit over 37 million livestock farmers, enhancing their access to subsidies, lower tariffs, and institutional credit.
