Building resilient markets and livelihoods amid climate challenges in Bihar

As climate change, market volatility, and structural shifts reshape India’s agri-food systems, states like Bihar find themselves at a critical crossroads. With nearly three-fourths of its population dependent on agriculture and allied activities for livelihoods, Bihar’s development trajectory hinges on how effectively it can transform agriculture beyond production, towards resilient markets, diversified livelihoods, and value-added enterprises.