Mumbai, Feb. 1 -- India's agriculture sector has exhibited strong growth in recent years, with an average annual increase of 5 percent from FY17 to FY23, according to the Economic Survey 2024-25. The survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday, pointed out that in the second quarter of FY25, the agriculture sector recorded a growth rate of 3.5 percent. This performance represents a recovery compared to the previous four quarters, during which growth rates varied from a modest 0.4 percent to 2.0 percent. The recent rise in the growth rate can be attributed to improved conditions, potentially driven by favorable weather patterns, advancements in agricultural practices, and government initiatives to enhance productivity and sustainability within th...