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Agriculture and Industry

Agriculture in Assam

• Agriculture is the backbone of Assam’s economy, with traditional farming practices shaping people’s way of life. Besides minimal mineral production, the region’s industry is predominantly agrobased.
• Farming holds the primary position in land use across the state. It accounts for about 54.11 per cent of the total geographical area of the state.
• Over 80 per cent of Assam’s population, including those in plantations, relies on agriculture. As the population grows and agrotechnology advances, significant changes occur in the state’s agriculture.
• In recent decades, the area used for farming has expanded, leading to a decrease in forested areas. Agriculture is crucial for Assam’s economy and people’s ...