Second Advance Estimates of 2023-24 of Area and Production of Horticultural Crops

Contact Counsellor

Last Updated06/06/2024

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released the Second Advance Estimates of 2023-24 of Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops compiled on the basis of information received from States/ UTs and other Governmental sources.

The horticulture production in the country in 2023-24 is estimated to be about 352.23 Million Tonnes, a decrease of about 32.51 Lakh Tonnes (0.91%) over 2022-23.
Increase in production of Fruits, Honey, Flowers, Plantation Crops, Spices and Aromatics & Medicinal Plants is seen over 2023-24 whereas decrease in Vegetables.
The production of Fruits is expected to reach 112.63 Million Tonnes.
Production of Vegetables is envisaged to be around 204.96 Million Tonnes.
- Decrease in production is envisaged in Onion, Potato, Brinjal and Other Vegetables.
Production of Onion is expected to be at 242.12 Lakh Tonne, a decrease by about 60 Lakh Tonne.
Potato production in the country is expected to decrease by about 34 Lakh Tonne, mainly due to decrease in production reported in Bihar and West Bengal.
Production of Tomato is expected to be around 212.38 Lakh Tonne, an increase by 3.98% Lakh Tonne.

India is the 2nd largest producer of fruits and vegetables.
The Indian horticulture sector contributes about 33% to the agriculture Gross Value Added (GVA) making a very significant contribution to the Indian economy.
In terms of export, India is ranked 14th in vegetables and 23rd in fruits, and its share in the global horticultural market is a mere 1%.
Around 15-20% of the fruits and vegetables in India are wasted along the supply chain or at consumer level, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs).