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Agriculture
AP Launches ₹1 Lakh-Crore Horticulture Scheme to Turn Rayalaseema into Export Hub
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 07:37 PM
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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a ₹1 lakh crore horticulture scheme aimed at transforming the drought‑prone Rayalaseema region into a major export hub.
The state government of Andhra Pradesh unveiled a new horticulture plan worth ₹1 lakh crore, targeting the Rayalaseema region, known for its arid climate. The scheme intends to boost cultivation of high‑value crops and establish the area as a key exporter of horticultural produce.
Officials say the investment will fund irrigation projects, modern farming techniques and market linkages, aiming to increase farmers’ income and attract foreign buyers. The plan is part of a broader strategy to diversify the state’s economy and reduce dependence on traditional agriculture.
While details on implementation timelines and specific crops remain pending, the announcement signals a significant shift in policy focus toward sustainable, high‑yield horticulture in one of India’s driest zones.
Officials say the investment will fund irrigation projects, modern farming techniques and market linkages, aiming to increase farmers’ income and attract foreign buyers. The plan is part of a broader strategy to diversify the state’s economy and reduce dependence on traditional agriculture.
While details on implementation timelines and specific crops remain pending, the announcement signals a significant shift in policy focus toward sustainable, high‑yield horticulture in one of India’s driest zones.