AP CM Chandrababu's special focus on farmers.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, often associated with development, IT, and technology-driven policies, addressed long-standing criticism that he ignores agriculture. Speaking at the ‘Annadata Sukhibhava’ fund release event in Kamalapuram, Kadapa district, he strongly countered that perception by presenting his “Five Agricultural Principles”, urging farmers to follow them for profitable and sustainable farming.

Chandrababu explained that agriculture remains a priority and said these five principles would ensure long-lasting security for farmers. He stated that if implemented correctly, farmers would see major improvements and even “grow confident enough to twirl their moustaches with pride.”

The Five Principles
1. Water Security:
Farmers must focus on conserving water while cultivating. Chandrababu advised choosing less-water, high-yield crops and adopting methods that help store and manage water efficiently in irrigation projects.
2. Demand-Based Crops:
Instead of growing crops purely based on personal preference, farmers should grow crops that society demands. The government will help identify high-demand food items, ensuring farmers get good returns and reduced financial burden.

3. Agritech Adoption:
Farmers should embrace technology in agriculture—from drone-based precision spraying to soil testing, pest detection, and climate analysis. Chandrababu emphasized that smart farming reduces costs and improves productivity.

4. Agro-Based Industries:
He encouraged farmers to set up small-scale processing units to add value to their produce. This would help them earn extra income and avoid waiting for middlemen. Farmers should also learn to grow crops in formats suitable for food-processing industries.

5. Global Market Focus:
Chandrababu said farmers must aim beyond local and state markets and plan to reach international markets. With quality produce, global demand will naturally follow, giving farmers higher earnings.

He concluded that these five principles, if adopted widely, will reshape agriculture in Andhra Pradesh. After such clear emphasis on farming, Chandrababu asked whether anyone could still claim he does not value agriculture