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Alternative policy initiatives in agricultural Marketing More than three-fifths of India’s Population draws their livelihood from agriculture that adds just one-fifth to its GDP. There should be obvious serious concerns about efficient functioning of this sector both in terms of its output / productivity and its marketing. While output and productivity are supply … Read more
E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers (Technology Missions) Introduction The use of e-technology in the aid of farmers is a relatively new phenomenon, but it has the potential to revolutionize the way that agriculture is practiced. E-technology can be used to improve crop yields, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. It can also be used to … Read more
National Agricultural Research System India has built up a fairly advanced agricultural research system. The Indian NARS is one of the largest systems in the world. The effective functioning of this system, in close association with Education and extension systems, has greatly contributed to the rapid Growth of agriculture after independence. After independence, the research … Read more
Fungi fungi, any of about 99,000 known species of organisms of the kingdom Fungi, which includes the yeasts, rusts, smuts, mildews, molds, and mushrooms. There are also many funguslike organisms, including slime molds and oomycetes (water molds), that do not belong to kingdom Fungi but are often called fungi. Many of these funguslike … Read more
Storage, transport and Marketing of agricultural produce Storage The agricultural sector in India accounts for about 14% of GDP and 10% of export earnings. India’s arable land area of 159.7 million hectares (394.6 million acres) is the second largest in the world, after the USA. Its gross irrigated crop area of 82.6 million … Read more
Krishi Kalyan Abhiyan: Boosting Agriculture and Empowering Farmers Introduction India, a nation with a rich agricultural heritage, has long been grappling with the challenges of ensuring food security for its vast population. The agricultural sector, the backbone of the Indian economy, employs a significant portion of the workforce and contributes substantially to the national GDP. … Read more
Agricultural Marketing: A Vital Link Between Farm and Fork The journey of food, from the farm to the consumer’s table, is a complex and intricate process. At the heart of this journey lies agricultural marketing, a crucial element that bridges the gap between producers and consumers, ensuring the efficient flow of food and agricultural products. … Read more
Ceilings on Landholdings: A Historical and Contemporary Perspective Land, the fundamental resource upon which civilizations are built, has always been a subject of intense debate and regulation. Throughout history, societies have grappled with the question of land ownership and its distribution, often implementing ceilings on landholdings to address concerns of inequality, economic stagnation, and social … Read more
Transport & Marketing of Agricultural Produce: A Vital Link in the Food Supply Chain The journey of agricultural produce from farm to fork is a complex and multifaceted process, involving a multitude of actors and intricate logistical challenges. Efficient transport and marketing systems are crucial for ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of fresh, high-quality … Read more
Indian agriculture is the Mainstay of Indian economy.Since independence, undergone a change from being the sector contributing the highest share to the GDP to one contributing the lowest share.Agriculture is a state subject. GDP contribution (Agriculture and allied sector) 5 pc in 1950-51 7 pc in 2008-09 and 14.6 pc in 2009-10. It was 19 pc … Read more