Lucknow, Jan. 29 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Growth and Rural Enterprise Ecosystem Strengthening (UP-AGREES) project here on Tuesday, marking a significant step forward for farmers and the agriculture sector, said a government spokesperson.

This project is expected to become a milestone in boosting agricultural productivity, enhancing rural enterprises and empowering farmers in the state.

The initiative aims to improve farmers' yield, which is anticipated to rise from 10 quintals to 14-15 quintals per acre, and will provide a much-needed boost to the agricultural economy of Uttar Pradesh.

"It is worth mentioning here that around 45 percent of the country's land is cultivable, with 75 perc...