Household food security is a function not only of availability of #food but also of the purchasing power available with each household. It has now been well established that at the global level availability of food is not a problem. Despite having perhaps the largest stockpile of
Technology in #agriculture can help #savewater either directly through better #irrigation systems or by planting #crops that require less #water. Not all #food requires the same amount of water to produce it and growing some #crops are more harmful for the planet than others.
Agricultural #sustainability rests on the principle that we must meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of producing #food in future. Therefore, long-term stewardship of both natural and human resources is of equal importance to short-term economic gain.
Agricultural development is one of the most powerful tools to end extreme poverty, boost shared prosperity, and feed a projected 9 billion people by 2050. Growth in the #agriculturesector 2 to 4 times more effective in raising incomes among the poorest compared to other sectors.
Agroforestry not only increases carbon storage in the biome but it also creates a protective canopy that helps to regulate temperature and humidity, boost biodiversity and improve productivity.
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Small farm holdings and the presence of adequate human resources are ideal for initiation of high-value #agriculture. With open market access, more and more #farmers will move towards cultivation of agri-products that are in high demand in #India and around the globe.
#Agriculture can help reduce poverty, raise incomes and improve #foodsecurity for 80% of the world's poor, who live in rural areas and work mainly in farming. Promoting farming promotes grass-root development in the priority sector.
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Small farm holdings and the presence of adequate human resources are ideal for initiation of high-value #agriculture. With open market access, more and more #farmers will move towards cultivation of agri-products that are in high demand
Soybean is the best source of 'complete protein' for masses. Soybean cultivation and processing can play an important role in ensuring nutritional security for all Indians.
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#Climatechange has an impact on our farm out. In 21-22, severe heatwave had shrunk India's wheat harvest due to poor yields. Global warming can have an impact on global food security.
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Our country is a top producer of many fruits, including bananas, with a global share of 27 per cent. But when it comes to exports, it is around 1 per cent only. Development of food processing sector can complement the rise of agriculture in India.
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#millets though primarily a kharif crop, requiring less water & agricultural inputs than other similar staples. Millets are important by the virtue of its mammoth potential to generate livelihoods, increase farmers’ income & ensure food & nutritional security all over the world.
Despite the prevalence of #agriculture, 80% of the world’s rural poor earn a living through farming. Without farm sector reforms, success of any poverty allevation programs is not possible.
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Millets are smart foods- good for you, planet and farmer. Rich in calcium, iron, zinc, protein, fiber and with low-glycemic index, they are nutricereals. They allow multiple farm-revenue streams as they can be food, fodder, source of sugar production and even biofuels.
With the size of individual farm plots diminishing by the day, horticulture holds immense potential to augment income of many small farmers. Horticulture is immensely productive and can thus sustainable employment to our farmers
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82% of India's #farmers are classified as small and marginal. Any farm sector reform in India can be successful only if it takes care of the needs and aspirations of this section.
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Technology in #agriculture can help #savewater either directly through better #irrigation systems or by planting #crops that require less #water. Not all #food requires the same amount of water to produce it and growing some #crops are more