Topic: Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, – different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
5. Why farmers today need to take up precision farming? Discuss the associated prospects in bringing modern agricultural revolution. (250 words)
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The article brings to us the importance of Precision farming in bringing revolution to Indian agriculture.
Key Demand of the question:
Account for the importance of Precision farming methods for Indian farmers and the prospects associated with it.
Directive:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start with definition of Precision farming.
Body:
Precision farming is an approach where inputs are utilized in precise amounts to get increased average yields, compared to traditional cultivation techniques. In India, one major problem is the small field size. More than 58 per cent of operational holdings in the country have size less than one hectare (ha)
Precision agriculture is the practice of maximizing profitability and crop yields by using precise inputs in farming practices. With the help of precision agriculture equipment and technology, this practice can boost the efficiency, sustainability, and profitability of farmlands.
For India to double its farmer incomes there is an immediate need for the agricultural sector to adopt leading-edge digital and precision agriculture technologies to improve farm productivity and democratize access to market information for all farmers.
Conclusion:
Conclude with efforts of the government in this direction.
