Direct-seeding method gains currency in India’s paddy-growing regions
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Agriculture Source: Hindu Business Line Context: There is a growing trend of farmers in rice-growing states of India adopting the direct-seeding method for paddy cultivation. Reasons: With delays in rainfall and labour shortages, this method allows farmers to sow seeds without waiting for rain or spending time in nurseries. …
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