India, Feb. 1 -- The Union Budget 2026-27 prioritises high-value crops like coconut, cocoa, and cashew.

It allocates Rs 350 crore to support this shift.

The focus aims to boost farmer incomes, diversify outputs and create jobs.

The budget notably excludes fruits, vegetables and spices, which are significant contributors to agricultural growth.

The government has placed an emphasis on high-value crops like coconut, cocoa, cashew and sandalwood, instead of food grains, with 'support for high-value agriculture' receiving an allocation of Rs 350 crore in the Union Budget 2026-27.

High-value agriculture is being seen as one of the top priorities for improving farmer incomes. In her budget speech on February 1, 2026, Union Finance Minister...