Maharashtra has been central to India's agricultural evolution, diverse in its agro-climatic zones, rich in crop variety, and home to millions of smallholder farmers. From the sugar belt of western Maharashtra to the cotton fields of Vidarbha and the pulse-growing regions of Marathwada, the state mirrors the complexities and potential of Indian agriculture.

Over the years, Maharashtra has faced its share of challenges, erratic rainfall, declining soil health, water scarcity, and marketvolatility. Yet, these have been met with resilience and innovation: from watershed management and micro-irrigation
to farmer producer companies and climate-smart farming practices.

As agriculture adapts to changing climate and economic realities, the upcoming Regional Policy Dialogue in Nagpur offers a timely platform. It will bring together farmers, policymakers, researchers, and agri-entrepreneurs to shape a roadmap for sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient agriculture in Maharashtra, one that can inspire similar transitions across the country.