The government has approved the export of 25 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) of wheat along with an additional 5 LMT of wheat products to stabilise domestic markets and ensure remunerative returns to producers. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution said that this decision was taken after a comprehensive assessment of the current availability and price scenario. It added that the government’s decision to permit export of 25 LMT of wheat and 5 LMT wheat products will help stabilise domestic prices, improve market liquidity, ensure efficient stock rotation, and strengthen farmers’ income. It said that wheat stock availability with private entities during 2025-26 stands at approximately 75 LMT, which is nearly 32 LMT higher compared to the corresponding period last year. Similarly, wheat acreage in Rabi 2026 has increased to about 334 lakh hectares compared to over 328 lakh hectares last year.