India, Feb. 1 -- Experts see Budget 2026-27 as a positive move

Budget 2026-27 proposes integrated development of 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars to strengthen coastal fisheries value chain. The budget proposes to raise duty-free import limit for seafood processing inputs from 1 per cent to 3 per cent. Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted high-value crops as a key part of India's agricultural strategy, with coconut taking centre stage.

The government is expected to keep the combined food and fertiliser subsidy at around Rs 3.98 lakh crore in FY27, signalling continued fiscal discipline while maintaining support for vulnerable households and farmers.

Debarshi Dutta, Co-Founder and CEO, Ayekart mentioned, "The renewed focus on high-value crop...