Agriculture and allied sectors continue to play a critical role in economic growth and development of the country. Developments in the sector are of interest to a wide spectrum of people across the world, including policy makers. researchers, academicians, agri-business community, International Organizations, etc. The `Agricultural Statistics at a Glance' published annually by the Directorate of Economics & Statistics provides a comprehensive set of information on the developments in agriculture and allied sectors across States and over time. Due to its vast coverage and updated information, it has emerged as one of the most trusted sources of information on agriculture and allied sectors in India.
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