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Examine the significance of organic farming in promoting ecological sustainability and soil health. To what extent can organic agriculture contribute to long-term agricultural resilience in India?

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country. Q5. Examine the significance of organic farming in promoting ecological sustainability and soil health. To what extent can organic agriculture contribute to long-term agricultural resilience in India? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Rising concerns regarding soil degradation, climate vulnerability, …

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ICAR – Indian Council of Agricultural Research

Source:  NIE Context: The 97th Foundation Day of ICAR was celebrated in New Delhi, where Union Agriculture Minister addressed scientists and farmers. About ICAR – Indian Council of Agricultural Research: What is ICAR? The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is an autonomous apex body under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, responsible for …

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What are the key objectives behind establishing bio-resource centres under the National Mission on Natural Farming? Analyse their relevance in promoting self-reliance in agricultural inputs. Suggest measures to overcome early-stage operational bottlenecks.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q6. What are the key objectives behind establishing bio-resource centres under the National Mission on Natural Farming? Analyse their relevance in promoting self-reliance in agricultural inputs. Suggest measures to overcome early-stage operational bottlenecks. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: The …

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Natural farming

GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Agriculture   Source: DTE  Context: As per a new study, Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) in Andhra Pradesh has led to significantly higher crop yield compared to organic or conventional (synthetic fertilisers and pesticides) farming under the state’s APCNF programme.   Findings of the study: ZBNF yields were higher than both …

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The transformation of Indian agriculture towards chemical free, natural farming needs a structured a roadmap with government as an active partner to generate demand, sustain production and manage supply chains. Discuss.

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. 4. The transformation of Indian agriculture towards chemical free, natural farming needs a structured a roadmap with government as …

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