Government Proposes NPR 51.14 Billion Budget for Agriculture Sector in FY 2083/84

The proposed budget for the agriculture sector in FY 2083/84 is NPR 51.14 billion, a decrease from the previous year, focusing on production, modernization, and farmer subsidies. A significant portion, NPR 28 billion, is allocated for chemical fertilizer subsidies. The budget also includes allocations for agricultural research, insurance, and promoting organic farming, with plans to establish cold storage centers and attract youth to the sector.