Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said that agriculture growth will not be harmed in the India-US trade talks 2026.
The Indian government has confirmed that the new trade agreement with the US will not compromise domestic agriculture growth. While India will lower duties on American items like soybean oil, apples, and tree nuts, the most sensitive items are off the table. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the dairy sector, wheat, and rice remain fully protected to help small farmers. This deal aims to help Indian exports grow without letting cheap foreign food hurt our rural economy.
- Sensitive sectors like milk, ghee, rice, and wheat remain fully protected from imports.
- No genetically modified (GM) products will be allowed into the Indian market.
- The deal reduces barriers for Indian spice and fruit exports to the US.
- India will address non-tariff barriers to make trade easier for both countries.
👉 Why this matters: The government is trying to balance global trade deals with the need to keep local farmers safe and secure.
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