Agriculture, with its allied sectors, is the largest sector in India. India has diversified weather and soil conditions which help in growing a range of crops like rice, wheat, pulses and other food grains. Apart from fulfilling the demand for food grains, it is also a top sector that generates jobs in India.

Along with high production and generating employment, the agriculture sector has also been performing well on the exports front. India’s agriculture exports grew by 17.5% to cross $41.8 billion in 2020-21. Let’s have a look at the top 10 agricultural products in India:

1. Rice

India is the 2nd largest rice producer in the world. It is one of the highest consumed agriculture commodities in the country. As there is a high demand for rice in the domestic and international markets, production has also gone up. The major rice-producing states are:

1. Punjab
2. Odisha
3. Assam
4. West Bengal

5. Uttar Pradesh
   
   2. Milk

After the white revolution, India became the largest producer of milk in the world. The Indian farming sector is constantly developing and even the poultry industry has seen a surge. The states which contribute to milk production are:

1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Andhra Pradesh
3. Rajasthan
4. Gujarat
5. Punjab

3. Wheat

Wheat is a crucial agricultural commodity that is rich in proteins, carbohydrates, and vitamins. It is a balanced food. Hence it is consumed and produced at a wide range. Wheat is mainly grown in the northern states of India. The major states are:

1. Punjab
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Madhya Pradesh
4. Haryana

4. Mangoes

Mango is considered the king of fruits in India. People love mangoes and consume them in different forms. It has a unique flavour and sweetness. There are many types of mangoes found in India such as Alphonso, Hapus, Badami, Chausa, Dasheri, etc. The major mango producing states are:

1. Maharashtra
2. Karnataka
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Uttar Pradesh

5. Guavas

Guava is the fifth most grown agriculture commodity in India. It is commonly known as the poor man’s fruit. It is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. These are helpful in controlling systolic blood pressure. Guavas are the best source of proteins and a solution to constipation. The major guava producing states are:

1. Bihar
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Madhya Pradesh
4. Andhra Pradesh

6. Sugarcane

Indian farmers have been growing sugarcane from ancient times. We are well aware that sugarcane is an indigenous agricultural commodity and is part of the bamboo family. It is the primary source of jaggery (gur), sugar, and khandsari. The major sugarcane producing states are:

1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Maharashtra
3. Andhra Pradesh
4. Gujarat
5. Haryana

7. Cotton

India is the 3rd largest cotton cultivator in the world. It is one of the prime agricultural commodities. Cotton is a fiber crop. There are three types of cotton available – long-staple cotton, short-staple cotton, and medium-staple cotton. The cotton-producing states are:

1. Punjab
2. Haryana
3. Rajasthan
4. Madhya Pradesh
5. Maharashtra

8. Banana

In India, bananas are available throughout the year. They are tasty, nutritious, affordable, and considered the go-to snack. They also have medicinal value. Bananas have a high demand in India and have excellent export potential. There are around 15 to 20 types of bananas available in India and roughly 300 varieties available around the world. The major banana producing states are:

1. Tamil Nadu
2. Gujarat
3. Maharashtra
4. Karnataka
5. Andhra Pradesh

9. Potatoes

Potato is the number one agricultural commodity in India. It is consumed daily in different forms. Currently, India is the 3rd largest producer of potatoes in the world. The major contributing states are:

1. Uttar Pradesh
2. West Bengal
3. Bihar
4. Gujarat
5. Madhya Pradesh

10. Groundnuts

Groundnuts, also known as peanuts, are available throughout the year. They are protein-rich hence considered part of a healthy diet. These are mainly grown during the rainy season. The major contributors are:

1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Gujarat
3. Karnataka
4. Maharashtra
5. Rajasthan

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