Agriculture

Shares of GSP Crop Science surged during their stock market debut, reflecting strong investor confidence in India’s expanding agricultural and agrochemical sector. The company’s listing attracted robust demand from institutional and retail participants, driving the stock above its issue price shortly after trading began. Analysts attribute the positive reception to the firm’s growth prospects in crop protection products and the broader momentum within India’s agriculture supply chain.

India’s basmati rice exports are expected to maintain steady growth despite geopolitical tensions in West Asia, one of the key export regions for the commodity. Export volumes are projected to rise by up to 2 percent from the 6.06 million tonnes recorded in the financial year 2024–25. While shipments to Iran may face disruptions due to regional uncertainties, increased demand from other markets such as Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen is likely to offset the decline.