Tamil Nadu's First Agri Budget Called 'Evolutionary'

The Tamil Nadu government's first agriculture budget for 2026-27 is described as 'evolutionary' rather than 'revolutionary', with 70-80% of funds continuing existing schemes. New initiatives include AI-based advisories, soil health missions, and support for pulses, oilseeds, and millets. Farmers expressed disappointment over no hike in procurement prices or loan waiver, while the government pledged more innovative schemes in future.