In the state of Bihar, agriculture holds even greater significance. Agriculture and allied sectors—including agriculture, animal husbandry, environment and forests, water, and irrigation—are fundamental to Bihar's economy and rural livelihoods. The state’s fertile alluvial soils and abundant water resources support diverse cropping patterns such as rice, wheat, maize, pulses, and sugarcane. The sector acts as the most important source of economic opportunity, with nearly 77% of the workforce engaged in agricultural activities. Agriculture and allied sectors contribute approximately 24.84% of the State Domestic Product, making it the single largest

private-sector occupation in the state. Agriculture in Bihar serves as a catalyst for poverty reduction, livelihood enhancement, and the creation of new agribusiness avenues. Its contributions—nearly 20% of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) over the past five years—align strongly with the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 With 88% of Bihar’s population residing in rural areas, agriculture and allied sectors remain the primary sources of income and socio-economic stability.