Punjab's agriculture sector faced significant challenges in 2025 due to policy-making delays and severe floods. Crops across 4.30 lakh acres were damaged, impacting paddy, cotton, and maize. The floods also hindered timely wheat sowing, leading to potential losses for farmers who already suffered paddy crop damage. Data indicates a decline in net sown area in Punjab between 2019-20 and 2023-24. The state's agricultural economy, contributing Rs 80,000 crore annually, shows signs of slowdown, with challenges in maintaining rural economic health and a lack of crop diversification.