Which crops are the main agricultural products of Assam?

Agriculture is of fundamental importance to the economy of Assam, engaging approximately half of the state's working population. The primary agricultural products are rice, tea, and jute.1

Rice is the most significant crop, accounting for more than two-thirds of the state's sown area. Tea and jute, which are widely cultivated in the Brahmaputra valley, serve as vital foreign-exchange earners for the region. Assam is a major producer of tea, contributing a large portion of India's total output.21

In addition to these staples, the state produces a variety of other crops, including:
* Oilseeds and mustard
* Pulses (legumes such as peas, beans, and lentils)
* Corn (maize)
* Sugarcane
* Potatoes
* Fruits
* Rape (grown for fodder)2

Beyond traditional crops, Assam is also well known for sericulture, producing prized varieties of silk such as Muga, mulberry (paat), and eri (or endi), the latter of which is often referred to as ahimsa silk.2